Core Java Backend Developer - Assistant Vice President

Citi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is looking for a Core Java Backend Developer - Assistant Vice President to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities. This hybrid role involves thorough participation from feasibility studies to implementation within the technology team.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong Java background, with a solid understanding of Microservices architecture and excellent communication skills to work effectively with stakeholders and users.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of hands-on application development experience required.
• Strong experience with Core Java and J2EE.
• Solid understanding of Microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and IT planning.
• Monitor and control phases of development process.
• Analyze complex problems using specialty knowledge.

Skills

Core Java 11/17

Microservices (Spring Boot)

Web Services (REST/SOAP)

Database knowledge (Oracle/SQL)

Basic Python

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Docker

Kafka

Elasticsearch

OpenShift

Cloud platforms (AWS)

CI/CD pipelines

Agile methodologies

Job description

Core Java Backend Developer - Assistant Vice President

Job Req Id: 26948669

Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India

Job Type: Hybrid

Posted: Apr. 01, 2026

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 judgement regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

Experience: At least 8‑10 years of hands‑on application development experience.

Java Expertise: Strong experience and knowledge in Core Java 11/17 and J2EE.

Microservices: Solid understanding and experience with Microservices architecture (Spring Boot) and building event‑driven distributed architecture with microservices.

Expertise on Web Services (REST/SOAP), Design Patterns, Concurrency Framework, Kafka and data structures/Collections, Docker.

Database Knowledge: Basic knowledge of databases such as Oracle/SQL.

Scripting: Basic knowledge of Python.

Problem‑Solving: Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Bonus Points

• Experience with WebSocket technology.
• Experience with Elasticsearch.
• Experience with OpenShift.
• Familiarity with Angular 14.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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