Backend Java Developer- Assistant Vice President.

Citi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi seeks a Backend Java Developer- Assistant Vice President to lead design and implementation of enterprise-grade backend services. The role involves collaborating with technology teams to deliver scalable Java solutions, shaping architecture, and mentoring junior analysts in a hybrid work environment in India.

The candidate should have deep experience in Core Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and modern data/storage ecosystems.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of robust enterprise Java design and development experience.
• Experience with Kafka, MQ and MongoDB in distributed architectures.
• CI/CD pipelines using Lightspeed; deployment on OpenShift.
• Familiarity with AI-powered developer tools (GitHub Copilot) is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in feasibility studies, time/cost estimates, IT planning, and risk considerations.
• Develop and maintain enterprise applications using Java and microservices architecture.
• Coordinate with technology and business teams; provide user/operational support for applications.
• Contribute to security measures and post-implementation reviews.

Skills

Core Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

AI tools (GitHub Copilot)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Kafka

MQ

MongoDB

Lightspeed

OpenShift

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Backend Java Developer- Assistant Vice President.

Job Req Id:

26991262

Location(s):

Pune, Maharashtra, India, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job Type:

Hybrid

Posted:

Sep. 03, 2026

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

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.

Recommended Qualifications

• Seeking a candidate with 7-12 years of robust experience in designing and developing enterprise-level applications using Core Java, Spring Boot, and a microservices architecture.
• The role requires demonstrated hands‑on proficiency with messaging systems like Kafka and MQ, along with experience using NoSQL databases such as MongoDB.
• The ideal candidate will have practical experience with CI/CD pipelines, utilizing tools like Lightspeed for build management and deploying applications on OpenShift.
• Familiarity with leveraging AI‑powered developer tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) and a keen interest in applying AI to enhance the software development lifecycle is considered a strong plus.
• 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

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

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

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

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

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