Senior Backend Architect & Engineering Lead

Citigroup Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. in Singapore is seeking a Sr. Back-End Developer to lead the design and implementation of new and revised application systems in collaboration with the Technology team.

The role requires strong expertise in either Java/Kotlin or C#, plus hands-on experience with micro-services, containerization, and databases such as Couchbase. A deep understanding of Agile and DevOps practices, coupled with leadership skills, will help drive high-quality solutions and mentorship across teams.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role.
• Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development.
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.
• 2 year experience with Java-based languages, preferably Kotlin.
• Open to learn Kotlin.
• 2 year experience in Micro-Services.
• Strong understanding of Agile and best practices (TDD, BDD, DevOps).
• 2 year experience on Containerization.
• Experience in Couchbase.

Responsibilities

• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements.
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards.
• Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals.
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions.
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary.
• 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.

Skills

Java/Kotlin

C#

Micro-Services

Containerization

Couchbase

Agile/DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS SQL

Kotlin

Job description

Citigroup Inc. in Singapore is seeking a Sr. Back-End Developer to lead the design and implementation of new and revised application systems in collaboration with the Technology team.

The role requires strong expertise in either Java/Kotlin or C#, plus hands-on experience with micro-services, containerization, and databases such as Couchbase. A deep understanding of Agile and DevOps practices, coupled with leadership skills, will help drive high-quality solutions and mentorship across teams.