Technology Lead - Lending Applications Stability & Release Management (Vice President)

Citi; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi’s Lending Applications Technology and Release Management Lead is a senior role overseeing release governance, delivery, and production readiness across the Lending technology landscape. This position partners with Development, QA, Infrastructure, Operations, and Business stakeholders to manage releases and ensure controlled change implementation that supports business objectives.

The role focuses on continuous improvement, incident management, and collaboration with senior developers to

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on experience in application development with release management.
• Proficiency in Java.
• Lending business knowledge is preferable.
• Extensive experience in system analysis and software programming.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain Unix/Linux shell scripts for deployments, monitoring, data processing, and reporting.
• Analyze and debug the Java codebase and deploy emergency fixes to restore service stability.
• Investigate application logs and performance metrics to identify root causes of defects and bottlenecks.
• Act as final escalation point for complex production incidents in Java-based applications and microservices.
• Collaborate with core development (L4) teams to implement permanent solutions in future releases.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle and design/implement new features with architects.
• Work with QA, infrastructure, and operations to ensure smooth deployment and operation.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality code.

Skills

Java

Shell scripting

Release management

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Code reviews

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Java debugging

Unix/Linux

Job description

The Lending Applications Technology and Release Management Lead is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing release governance, delivery execution, and production readiness across the Lending technology landscape. This role partners closely with Development, QA, Infrastructure, Operations, and Business stakeholders to manage application releases, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the smooth and controlled implementation of technology changes that support business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain Unix/Linux shell scripts for automating a variety of tasks, including deployment, system monitoring, data processing, and reporting.
• Utilize scripting to streamline operational procedures and improve the efficiency of development and support activities.
• Troubleshoot and debug scripts to ensure they run correctly and efficiently in all environments.
• Analyze and debug the Java codebase to pinpoint the source of production errors. Develop, test, and deploy emergency code fixes, patches, and configuration changes to mitigate critical issues and restore service stability.
• Conduct deep-dive investigations into application logs, heap dumps, and performance metrics to identify the underlying root causes of defects, memory leaks, and performance bottlenecks.
• Act as the final escalation point for complex and critical production incidents within Java-based applications and microservices.
• Identify recurring problems and systemic issues within the Java applications. Collaborate with and elevate to the core development (L4) teams to ensure permanent solutions are incorporated into future software releases.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation and testing.
• Collaborate with senior developers and architects to design and implement new features and enhancements.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance (QA) teams to ensure code quality and resolve bugs.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure smooth application deployment and operation.
• Participate in code reviews to provide and receive constructive feedback, ensuring high-quality code is delivered.

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

Job Family Group

Technology

Job Family

Applications Development

Time Type

Full time

Recommended Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in application development, coupled with demonstrated expertise in release management methodologies and best practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Java
• Having Lending business knowledge is preferable
• Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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