Applications Senior Technical Specialist - Assistant Vice President

Citi; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Tampa, FL is seeking a Senior Applications Developer to lead the design, development and deployment of Java-based systems. You will collaborate with global teams across time zones and ensure robust, secure software that aligns with Citi’s enterprise standards.

The role demands 10+ years in Java, Spring Boot, ReactJS, SQL, and modern CI/CD pipelines, plus strong mentoring skills. You’ll contribute to architecture, review code, and guide junior developers within a fast-paced financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in Java 17+ and related frameworks.
• Experience with Spring/Spring Boot, ReactJS, and RESTful services.
• Strong SQL/PL-SQL skills with DB2 or Oracle.
• Proficient in AI tools and modern IDEs (IntelliJ/Eclipse).
• Experience with Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of SDLC, Agile/Scrum and code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based applications across multi-location teams.
• Translate business requirements into scalable software designs.
• Lead code reviews, testing, and continuous delivery.
• Mentor junior developers and ensure architecture compliance.
• Collaborate with QA, operations, and product teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Java 17+

Core Java

J2EE

Spring Boot

RESTful Services

SQL

PL/SQL

ReactJS

JavaScript

TypeScript

CSS4

HTML5

Claude

Copilot

Devin

IntelliJ

Eclipse

JUnit

Cucumber

Gherkin

JIRA

Maven

Sonar

Git

Bitbucket

Docker

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

DB2/Oracle

SQL

Hibernate

JPA2

Hibernate

Job description

Excited to grow your career?

We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. Our people make all the difference in our success.

Global Custody and Clearing provide world class solutions for asset servicing and transaction functions primarily to intermediaries such as broker-dealers, banks, fund managers, insurance companies and other global investors through our proprietary network in over 60 markets. We are the market leader in this range of products and maintain a large share of global custodian and international broker/dealer clients, having a rapidly growing presence in local custody (safekeeping services). Under Global Custody and Clearing, Global Transaction Manager is client facing platform that offers end-to-end transaction life cycle service which enables clients to access the global presence and expertise of Citi Custody services through an integrated and efficient services. The solutions offered include Safe Keeping and Clearing and Settlements, provide clients with real time market information on changes affecting their business. Additionally, our distribution network offers the ability to handle very large transaction volumes and achieve market leading STP rates.

About The Role

The Applications Development specialist is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to perform applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks related to 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 processes, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
• Work closely with other technical and business teams across multiple locations to respond to technical enquiries, gather requirements and deliver technical solutions
• Troubleshoot time-sensitive production issues by working with support teams and users to perform relevant diagnostics, identifying the cause and planning both short-term and long-term resolution
• Analyze data and system outputs to determine the effectiveness of existing data flows
• Translate business requirements into high-level software designs that are scalable, maintainable and use industry-and company-wide best practices.
• Implement high-level designs into robust, secure, well-tested and fully maintainable software, involving both new and existing components as required
• Use code reviews and static code analysis to improve the quality of code and highlight vulnerabilities early in the software development lifecycle
• Write unit and integration tests for all code, ensuring it is tested to a high standard
• Apply a security-by-design approach to development, using recommended controls and techniques to secure software, and remediate vulnerabilities where identified
• Configure and adapt continuous delivery systems to ensure an optimal build and deployment pipeline
• Deliver software enhancements to agreed timescales and in accordance with the prescribed policies and processes.
• Ensure the right engineering standards are applied by the team at all stages of software development and maintain/evolving these as required.
• Provide technical mentoring and advice to more junior members of the team, giving constructive feedback during code reviews and where appropriate.
• Provide expertise in areas and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
• Contribute to the team’s documentation, ensuring data flows and components are well documented, as well as appropriate onboarding, troubleshooting and technical guides.
• 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 developers
• 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.

Qualifications

• Good track record of relevant experience in design and development of Java based systems.
• 10+ years’ working experience in JAVA 17+, Core JAVA, J2EE, Spring/Spring Boot Restful Services
• Databases – DB2/Oracle or equivalent with SQL, PL/SQL programming expertise.
• Proficient in using AI tools such as Claude, Copilot, Devin.
• Substantial experience in Core Java, Java EE and ReactJS / JavaScript / Typescript / CSS4 / HTML5.
• Experience in working on multiple technologies and medium to complex systems, well versed with design standards & framework
• Quick learner of new tools and technologies.
• Able to work with distributed teams across multiple time zones.
• Experience in event driven architecture and development of Spring Boot based components integrating with Kafka and MQ
• Excellent knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL and ORM technologies (JPA2, Hibernate)
• Tools – Well versed with IntelliJ/Eclipse
• Test Driven development and automated testing tools like JUnit, Cucumber/ Gherkin; JIRA, Maven, Sonar
• Experience in version control tools like GIT, Bitbucket.
• Experience with Docker, RedHat OpenShift and Kubernetes
• Experience with Continuous Integration systems such as Jenkins
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Experience in Agile Development Methodologies with Scrum, sprint deliverables

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related engineering.
• Master’s degree preferred

Job Family Group: Technology

Job Family: Applications Development

Time Type: Full time

Primary Location: Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $96,960.00 - $145,440.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills: Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills: For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date: Sep 16, 2026

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