Lead Java Software Engineer - Prime Finance Risk - Vice President

Citi; Pune District; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Citi in Pune is seeking a Lead Java Engineer to own end-to-end software solutions in the Spring ecosystem. You will design high-throughput services, mentor engineers, and drive architectural direction while enabling real-time analytics with Kafka and Pinot.

You will collaborate across teams, embrace DevOps practices, and contribute to a scalable risk analytics platform that supports Prime Services. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience designing, building, and deploying enterprise-scale backend systems.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of modern Java (11+) and the Spring ecosystem.
• Strong command of SQL and Microsoft SQL Server, with optimized queries and schemas.
• Experience in Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging systems.
• Proven leadership, mentorship, and architectural decision-making abilities.
• CI/CD mindset with tools such as Jenkins or Tekton; containerization with Docker/Kubernetes/OpenShift; Git.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and own end-to-end Java-based services in the Spring stack.
• Lead sub-teams, mentor engineers, and drive architectural direction.
• Design high-throughput, low-latency systems with efficient data models.
• Build real-time data pipelines using Kafka and Pinot for instant analytics.
• Champion DevOps and automation across CI/CD and OpenShift deployments.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to integrate data sources and consumers.
• Own application lifecycle and provide production support with risk analytics insights.

Skills

Backend experience

Java

SQL Server

Kafka/RabbitMQ

Leadership

CI/CD

DevOps tooling

Communication

Education

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

Redis

Kafka

Apache Pinot

Jenkins

Tekton

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Git

Job description

The Opportunity: Shape the Future of Financial Risk Analysis

Join our team at the forefront of financial technology, where we build and maintain the critical platform for Prime Services Risk and Business Intelligence. Our systems are the analytical engine that empowers the firm to manage risk, serve our clients, and make data-driven decisions in a complex, fast-paced market.

We are a global team of innovators and problem-solvers who design and operate sophisticated, computing-intensive solutions to analyze the risk profiles of our clients. This is not just another development role; this is a chance to work on a platform that is fundamental to the firm's stability and success. You will tackle challenging problems in distributed systems, real-time data processing, and financial analytics at scale. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Lead Java Engineer to not only contribute to our codebase but also to drive technical direction, mentor our team, and own the delivery of robust, scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect & Build: Design, develop, and own end-to-end software solutions using Java and the Spring ecosystem. You will be responsible for creating services that are not only functional but also resilient, performant, and scalable.
• Lead & Mentor: Act as a technical leader within the team. Guide architectural discussions, lead sub-teams on complex projects, and actively mentor junior engineers through constructive code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Drive Performance: Engineer high-throughput, low-latency systems. You will optimize applications for maximum speed, design efficient data models in Microsoft SQL Server, and implement intelligent caching strategies (e.g., Redis) to ensure our platform operates at peak performance.
• Embrace Real-Time Data: Harness the power of our message-driven architecture using Kafka. You will build and maintain data pipelines that feed our real-time analytics engine, powered by Apache Pinot, to deliver instantaneous insights to our business users.
• Champion DevOps & Automation: Contribute to and enhance our CI/CD pipelines, leveraging internal platforms and Git for seamless integration and deployment. You will deploy and manage applications on our OpenShift container platform, embracing a true DevOps culture.
• Integrate & Collaborate: Work across teams to integrate with a wide array of upstream data sources and downstream consumers. You will collaborate closely with project managers, business analysts, and senior stakeholders to translate complex requirements into well-architected technical solutions.
• Own & Support: Take ownership of the full application lifecycle, including providing critical application support. You will leverage your growing knowledge of margin methodology and risk analytics to troubleshoot and resolve production issues effectively.

Qualifications:

• Extensive Backend Experience: 8+ years of professional experience designing, building, and deploying enterprise-scale, distributed backend systems.
• Java Expertise: Deep, hands‑on knowledge of modern Java (11+) and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Security, etc.).
• Database Proficiency: Strong command of SQL and experience with relational databases, particularly Microsoft SQL Server. You should be adept at writing optimized queries and designing efficient schemas.
• Messaging & Asynchronous Systems: Proven experience working in message-driven architectures with technologies like Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar.
• Leadership & Mentorship: A demonstrated track record of leading technical initiatives, making architectural decisions, and mentoring other engineers. Your experience should show that you are a force multiplier for your team.
• DevOps Mindset: Solid experience with CI/CD principles and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Tekton), and version control with Git. Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) is essential.
• Strong Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications (The "Wow" Factor):

• Financial Domain Knowledge: Experience or a strong interest in the Finance Sector, especially concepts related to Prime Finance, Counterparty Risk, or Market Risk.
• Advanced Education: An advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Real-Time Analytics Experience: Hands‑on experience with OLAP datastores like Apache Pinot.
• Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments and shell scripting.
• Agile Experience: Experience working in a fast‑paced, Agile/Scrum environment, managing priorities, and delivering under tight deadlines.

What We Offer:

• Impactful Work: The opportunity to work on a business‑critical platform that has a direct and measurable impact on the firm’s bottom line and risk posture.
• Technical Challenges: A continuous stream of complex and intellectually stimulating challenges in the realms of distributed computing, big data, and financial modeling.
• Modern Tech Stack: Access to a modern, evolving tech stack with the freedom to innovate and introduce new technologies and patterns.
• Career Growth: A commitment to your professional development with a clear path for growth into senior technical leadership or management roles.
• Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative global team that values diversity of thought, continuous learning, and mutual respect.
• Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary, performance‑based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package - details below.

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Applications Development

Time Type:

Full time

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