Lead Java Developer

Citi; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is looking for a Lead Java Developer in Chennai. In this role, you will contribute to application systems analysis and programming activities. Candidates should possess 5-8 years of relevant experience, particularly in Java programming and project management. The position entails significant responsibilities, including monitoring development phases and supporting users. Competitive salary with full-time employment offered.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in software applications.
• Experience in systems analysis and project management.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments.
• Monitor development phases and provide user support.
• Act as advisor to junior analysts.

Skills

Java programming

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Project management

Unit testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Kafka

MongoDB

Oracle

JUnit

Openshift

Job description

Overview

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The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
• Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
• Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
• Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
• Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
• Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
• Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and/or other team members
• Avoid risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating 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, escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Preferred Skills

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java applications using Spring Boot, Kafka, MongoDB, and Oracle
• Implement and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices
• Integrate with various internal and external systems
• Write unit and integration tests using JUnit and other testing frameworks
• Apply design patterns to create efficient and maintainable code
• Deploy and manage applications on Openshift
• Collaborate with other developers, testers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Details

• Job Family Group: Technology
• Job Family: Applications Development
• Time Type: Full time
• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Banking, Financial Services, and Investment Banking

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