Full Stack Engineer Lead Java/Angular - Vice President

Citi; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 113,840 - 170,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus and benefits

Career growth

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Citi, a global financial services leader, is seeking a Vice President to lead and mentor a high‑performing full‑stack engineering team. You will drive architecture for scalable applications using Java/Spring Boot, and build responsive UIs with React or Angular.

Real‑time data pipelines with Kafka, and containerized deployments with Docker and Kubernetes are core to this role. You will engage with stakeholders across the business, align tech initiatives with strategic goals, and maintain rigorous

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years of experience in application development or systems analysis with a proven leadership track record.
• Deep expertise in building full‑stack solutions with strong backend and frontend capabilities.
• Expert‑level Java and Spring Boot proficiency.
• Strong experience designing APIs using RESTful services and GraphQL.
• Hands‑on experience with React or Angular.
• Proven experience with Apache Kafka for real‑time data pipelines.
• Hands‑on experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
• Deep subject‑matter expertise in at least one core area of application development.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and implementation of complex, scalable full‑stack apps; mentor developers and analysts; allocate work and provide technical guidance.
• Hands‑on development across stack: Java for backend, React/Angular for UI, REST/GraphQL APIs.
• Ensure designs align with enterprise architecture; set and enforce coding, testing, debugging, and deployment standards.
• Design and implement real‑time data processing using Apache Kafka and related streaming tech.
• Champion Docker containerization and Kubernetes orchestration; build and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with management to translate business goals into robust technical solutions.
• Identify and resolve high‑impact process and system issues; drive innovative solutions.
• Assess risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold ethical standards.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

GraphQL

React

Angular

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Leadership

Mentoring

Code reviews

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Role Overview

Citi's Investor Services division is seeking a visionary and experienced full‑stack engineering leader to join our team as a Vice President. This senior‑level position involves establishing and implementing mission‑critical application systems, shaping our technology landscape in coordination with a global team, and guiding developers while remaining hands‑on with a modern technology stack.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and implementation of complex, scalable, and resilient full‑stack applications; mentor and coach mid‑level developers and analysts, allocate work, and provide technical guidance, mentorship, and code reviews.
• Engage in hands‑on development across the full stack: Java for backend services, React or Angular for user interfaces, and REST/GraphQL APIs.
• Ensure all designs adhere to the enterprise architecture blueprint; develop and enforce standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
• Design and implement sophisticated, real‑time data processing solutions using Apache Kafka and related streaming technologies.
• Champion containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes); design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Partner with management teams and stakeholders to integrate functions, identify system enhancements, and translate business goals into robust technical solutions.
• Resolve high‑impact problems by evaluating complex business processes, system flows, and industry standards, developing innovative solutions.
• Assess risk appropriately, drive compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and uphold the highest ethical standards.

Qualifications

• 6‑10+ years of experience in application development or systems analysis, with a proven track record in a technical leadership role.
• Deep expertise in building and delivering full‑stack solutions with strong command of both backend and frontend development.
• Expert‑level proficiency in Java and Spring Boot frameworks.
• Strong experience designing and building APIs using RESTful services and GraphQL.
• Hands‑on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks, specifically React or Angular.
• Proven experience with Apache Kafka for event‑driven architectures and real‑time data pipelines.
• Hands‑on experience with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration in a production environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
• Deep subject‑matter expertise in at least one core area of application development.
• Adaptability to prioritize quickly in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in FinTech or a large financial institution.
• Domain expertise in investor services, including custody, fund accounting, transfer agency, or asset servicing.
• Experience with public cloud providers such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, university degree, or equivalent experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.

What We Offer

• Central role in a major digital transformation initiative within a globally recognized financial leader.
• Opportunities for career growth, learning, and professional development.
• A competitive compensation package with bonus and benefits.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and technical excellence.

Location: Tampa, Florida, United States.

Salary range: $113,840 – $170,760.

Citi is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.