Technical Lead (Core Java) - Assistant Vice President

Citi; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Pune is seeking an Applications Development Manager to lead a Java backend team. You will drive design, development, and delivery of applications, with emphasis on performance and reliability.

The role requires 8+ years in Java/JEE, Spring, and microservices, plus strong SQL and Unix skills. You will work with cross-functional teams, mentor peers, and ensure adherence to standards and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of programming experience in Java/JEE with Spring.
• Experience in enterprise app development using Java and Spring.
• Strong knowledge of microservices and distributed systems.
• Proficiency in SQL and Unix command line.
• Experience in Agile project management and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a team for new or revised applications and programs.
• Oversee feasibility studies, estimates, planning, and risk management.
• Monitor all phases of the development lifecycle and support business users.
• Advise on security measures and post-implementation reviews.
• Collaborate with users and tech groups to deliver solutions.
• Coach junior analysts and drive compliance with standards.

Skills

Java/JEE

Spring

Microservices

Python

Unix

SQL

Agile

Team leadership

Multithreading

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Applications Development Manager is an intermediate management level position responsible for providing full leadership and direction to a team of employees in an effort to establish and implement new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
• Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
• Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
• Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
• Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
• Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
• Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
• Report progress on work and work collaboratively with the existing global team

Qualifications

• 8+ yrs of Programming experience in Java/JEE, Multi threading , Spring/Spring Batch
• Have experience with Enterprise Application Development using Java, Spring.
• Strong knowledge of microservices and distributed eco-system
• Experience in Python is an added advantage
• Should have better prompting skills to utilize different AI tools.
• Proficient in creating and debugging complex SQL queries for data analysis and troubleshooting.
• Should be comfortable with Unix commands and its usages
• Experience in developing and optimizing Java application with high performance throughput.
• Effective written and verbal communications including ability to explain technical issues in simple terms that non-IT staff can understand.
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
• 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
• Well versed with Agile process
• Should be self-motivated & an excellent team lead and player
• Ability to work in a fast paced dynamic environment
• Should be a Quick learner
• Should be Flexible & pragmatic

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Experience working with Python will be a plus

This is primarily a Java backend role with Python skills being 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

Java (Programming Language), Java Spring, Multithreading, Python (Programming Language).

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