Java backend developer

Citibank (Switzerland) AG; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Citibank (Switzerland) AG in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is seeking a Java backend developer to lead backend services in a hybrid work environment. The role focuses on building microservices using Spring Boot and collaborating with a technology team to deliver scalable applications.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience, strong Java and springboot skills, and the ability to drive projects, manage dependencies, and ensure quality through CI/CD and compliance. Bachelor’s degree required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience in Java, microservices and springboot.
• Experience using database and knowledge of AI tools is a plus.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Ability to take ownership and make technical decisions on software development projects.
• Experience with dependency management, change management, continuous integration testing tools, and audit/compliance requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of software engineering and object-oriented design.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead an Applications Development team to meet goals and manage personnel
• Propose new procedures to improve efficiency
• Resolve issues using technical experience and precedents
• Align own area with broader apps development and related tech
• Mentor juniors and act as advisor to developers and analysts
• Ensure risk-aware decisions and compliance with policies

Skills

Java

Microservices

Spring Boot

Database

AI tools

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CI/CD tools

Git

Job description

## Java backend developerApply: Hybrid: Chennai Tamil Nadu India: Full time: Posted Today: 26991879The Applications Development Supervisor is an intermediate management level position responsible for providing full leadership and direction to a team of employees in an effort to establish and implement new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities. **Responsibilities:*** Manage an Applications Development team of professionals to accomplish established goals and conduct personnel duties for team (e.g. performance evaluations, training and development, hiring and disciplinary actions)* Recommend new work procedures to increase process efficiencies* Resolve issues by identifying and selecting solutions through the applications of acquired technical experience and guided by precedents* Develop and apply comprehensive knowledge of how own area integrates within apps development and other technical areas* Ensure the quality of tasks provided by self and others on team as well as influence decisions through advice or facilitating services that impact the team and closely related work teams* Act as backup to Applications Development Manager and serve as an advisor and coach to junior developers and analysts* Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.**Qualifications:*** 3-5 years of relevant experience* Strong experience in Java, microservices and springboot* Experience using database and knowledge of AI tools is a plus* Experience in managing and implementing successful projects* Ability to take ownership and make technical decisions on software development projects* Experience with dependency management, change management, continuous integration testing tools, and audit/compliance requirements* Extensive knowledge of software engineering and object-oriented design* Demonstrated leadership and management skills* Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication**Education:*** Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.