Senior Backend Leader – Platform Modernization & Architecture

Citi; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Sr. Back-End Developer to lead applications systems analysis, design and implementation within the Technology team.

You will mentor mid-level developers, drive system enhancements, and ensure adherence to architecture standards as Citi modernizes its Equity Derivatives pre-trade platform. The ideal candidate has 6–10 years in apps development or systems analysis, strong Java/Kotlin or C#, and a proven track record in delivering complex projects with Agile and DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role.
• Extensive experience in system analysis and 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.

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

Agile & DevOps

TDD/BDD

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Couchbase

MS SQL

Job description

Citi is seeking a Sr. Back-End Developer to lead applications systems analysis, design and implementation within the Technology team.

You will mentor mid-level developers, drive system enhancements, and ensure adherence to architecture standards as Citi modernizes its Equity Derivatives pre-trade platform. The ideal candidate has 6–10 years in apps development or systems analysis, strong Java/Kotlin or C#, and a proven track record in delivering complex projects with Agile and DevOps practices.