Senior Java Full Stack Developer – Assistant Vice President

Citi; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Developer in Pune with 8-12 years of experience. The role focuses on Java-based backend development with Spring Boot and robust React.js front-end work.

You will build scalable, high-performance applications within a microservices framework and leverage modern CI/CD practices. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, proactive, and capable of leading initiatives while mentoring others.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of hands-on software development experience.
• Backend with Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience designing and implementing microservices architectures.
• Develop multiple API services involving databases like MongoDB and Oraas.
• Good experience with React.js for frontend development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, capable of working independently and in a team.
• Hands-on with modern CI/CD tools and practices.
• Experience with GitHub Enterprise for collaboration.
• Mandatory experience with Lightspeed for accelerated software delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement microservices architectures with high availability, resilience, and performance.
• Develop responsive UIs using Node.js, with React.js emphasis on UX and maintainability.
• Contribute across the SDLC from design to deployment and operations support.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and timelines.
• Leverage cloud infrastructure for deployment, scaling, and management.
• Drive CI/CD adoption using Release on Demand, GitHub Enterprise, Harness, and Lightspeed.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews.
• Identify performance bottlenecks, security issues, and tech debt.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all components.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

React.js

CI/CD tools

GitHub Enterprise

Lightspeed

Node.js

Communication skills

Security awareness

Tools

MongoDB

Oraas

Oracle

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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