Senior Java Backend And DevOps Engineer - Assistant Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is seeking an Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst to contribute to backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.

You will implement CI/CD pipelines, build scalable microservices, and integrate AI/ML capabilities, while mentoring juniors and aligning with security and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, performance tuning, and delivering reliable, observable software in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of hands-on software development experience.
• Mandatory Java and Spring Boot expertise.
• Experience managing projects or consulting/methods.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines with reliable deployments.
• Monitor applications using observability tools and anomaly detection.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and microservices in Java/Spring Boot.
• Build RESTful APIs and enterprise-grade distributed systems focused on reliability and security.
• Lead design reviews and enforce best practices.
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities into backend apps where applicable.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding and testing.
• Develop automated testing frameworks including AI-driven tests.
• Collaborate with frontend, QA, DevOps, and product managers.
• Optimize database queries and ensure high availability and resiliency.
• Adhere to coding standards, security guidelines, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct root cause analysis, performance tuning, and production support.
• Mentor junior developers and promote modern engineering practices.
• Stay updated with backend, cloud, and AI-driven development.
• Assess risks in technical decisions and align with standards.

Skills

Java Spring Boot

CI/CD pipelines

Observability tools

Microservices

RESTful APIs

AI/ML capabilities

AI-assisted development

Automated testing

Mentor juniors

Cloud computing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

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 with hands-on experience on both Java programming and DevOps tools and technologies

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, ensuring smooth and reliable deployments.
• Monitor applications using modern observability tools and apply intelligent monitoring or anomaly detection techniques.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and enterprise-grade distributed systems with a focus on reliability, security, and scalability.
• Lead development efforts in system design, code reviews, and best practices enforcement.
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities or third-party AI services into backend applications where applicable (e.g., intelligent workflows, automation, analytics).
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, improve testing coverage, and enhance debugging efficiency.
• Develop and maintain robust automated testing frameworks, incorporating AI-driven testing techniques such as self-healing tests or predictive defect detection where applicable.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, QA, DevOps, and product managers.
• Optimize database queries, improve application performance, and ensure high availability and resiliency.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, security guidelines, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Conduct root cause analysis, performance tuning, and production support.
• Mentor and guide junior developers; promote adoption of modern engineering practices including AI-enabled development.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies in backend engineering, cloud, and AI-driven software development.
• Assess risks appropriately in technical decisions, ensuring alignment with organizational standards, policies, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of hands-on experience in software development, with a proven track record in building and designing robust backend systems.
• Experience in Java / Spring Boot framework is mandatory
• 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

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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