Senior Java Full Stack Developer – Assistant Vice President

Citi; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Maharashtra, India, seeks a highly skilled Full Stack Developer with 8-12 years of hands-on experience. The role combines Java backend with React.js frontend, focusing on scalable microservices.

You will design and implement backend services in Java/Spring Boot, develop responsive UIs with Node.js, and contribute to the full SDLC, deployment, and ongoing support. Strong CI/CD discipline using Release on Demand, GitHub Enterprise, Harness, and Lightspeed is expected, along with

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of hands-on software development experience.
• Strong Java and Spring Boot backend expertise.
• Experience with microservices architecture and API design.
• Proficiency in React.js for front-end development.
• Hands-on with CI/CD and modern tooling like GitHub Enterprise.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement microservices architectures for high availability and scalability.
• Develop responsive UIs using Node.js and React.js.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Leverage cloud infrastructure for deployment and scaling.
• Drive CI/CD adoption using tools like Release on Demand, GitHub Enterprise, Harness, and Lightspeed.
• Mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and security concerns.
• Maintain thorough documentation of components and processes.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

React.js

Node.js

CI/CD

GitHub Enterprise

Lightspeed

Microservices

MongoDB

Oracle/Oraas

Tools

Release on Demand

Harness

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full Stack Developer with 8-12 years of comprehensive development experience. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Java-based backend development, coupled with strong proficiency in React.js for building robust and intuitive user interfaces. This role requires a hands‑on developer who is passionate about building scalable, high-performance applications, has a solid understanding of microservices architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement microservices architectures, ensuring high availability, resilience, and performance.
• Develop responsive and interactive user interfaces using Node.js, with an emphasis on user experience and maintainability.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to deployment and operational support.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to define requirements, scope projects, and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Leverage cloud infrastructure effectively for application deployment, scaling, and management.
• Drive the adoption and implementation of modern CI/CD practices using tools like Release on Demand, GitHub Enterprise, Harness, and Lightspeed.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Proactively identify and address performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and technical debt.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all developed components and processes.

Required Skills & Experience

8-12 years of overall hands‑on software development experience.

Backend Expertise

• Strong proficiency in Java programming language.
• Good experience with Spring Boot for building scalable applications.
• Solid experience designing and implementing microservices architectures.
• Demonstrated ability to develop multiple API services involving various database technologies, including but not limited to MongoDB and Oraas.
• Good experience with React.js for front‑end development.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Hands‑on experience with modern CI/CD tools and practices.
• Experience with GitHub Enterprise for version control and collaboration.
• Mandatory experience with Lightspeed for accelerated software delivery.

Good to Have

• Exposure to additional UI tech stacks.
• Experience with database technologies (e.g., Oracle, Oraas).
• Experience in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
• Experience with AI coding tools, such as Devin.
• Demonstrated experience with AI use case Proof‑of‑Concept (POC) implementations.
• Experience in Python is a plus

Job Family Group

Technology

Job Family

Applications Development

Time Type

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

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

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