Senior Java Spark Developer - Assistant Vice President

Citi; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is looking for an Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst in Maharashtra, India. This intermediate-level position involves leading the design, development, and implementation of complex enterprise applications using Java and Spring Boot.

The ideal candidate should have 7-12 years of experience in software development, proficiency in relational databases, and experience with Agile methodologies. Responsibilities also include mentoring junior developers and maintaining code quality.

Qualifications

• 7-12 years of professional experience in software development, primarily in Java.
• Hands-on experience in designing and building scalable applications using Spring Boot.
• Extensive experience with relational databases and SQL (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex enterprise-level applications.
• Develop and maintain high-quality, reusable, and testable code.
• Design and optimize relational database schemas and queries.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainability.
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues.
• Mentor and guide junior developers.

Skills

Java (Core Java, Java 8+)

Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA)

SQL

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)

Messaging Queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Unit Testing (JUnit, Mockito)

Education

Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Git

Job description

Job Overview

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

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex enterprise-level applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Develop and maintain high-quality, reusable, and testable code following established coding standards and best practices.
• Design and optimize relational database schemas and queries using SQL.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to architectural guidelines.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues, providing timely resolutions and root cause analysis.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, ensuring solutions align with overall system architecture.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployment processes.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact and applicability.

Experience

• 7-12 years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Java.
• Proven track record of hands‑on experience in designing and building scalable applications using Spring Boot.
• Extensive experience with relational databases and SQL (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

Technical Skills

• Mandatory: Java (Core Java, Java 8+), Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA), SQL, RESTful APIs.
• Strongly Preferred: Microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI), Messaging Queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ), Unit Testing (JUnit, Mockito).

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Desired Characteristics

• A passion for technology and a desire to learn new things.
• Proactive and self‑driven, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality software solutions.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience.

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

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