Full Stack Engineer Lead Java/Angular - Vice President

Citi; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Tampa, Florida is seeking a Vice President Technology Lead Analyst to shape and build mission-critical application systems across custody, fund accounting, and asset servicing.

You will lead a team of developers, guide architecture, and stay hands-on with Java, React/Angular, REST/GraphQL, Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes. This is a senior, strategic role within Citi's Investor Services, offering growth and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years of relevant experience in Applications Development or systems analysis.
• Proven technical leadership with hands-on full-stack delivery.
• Expert-level Java backend with Spring Boot.
• Experience designing RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Hands-on frontend experience with React or Angular.
• Kafka for real-time data pipelines and event-driven architectures.
• Docker with Kubernetes in production environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and implement complex, scalable, full-stack applications.
• Provide hands-on development across backend and frontend, and design robust APIs.
• Enforce coding standards, testing, and best-practice deployment.
• Design and implement real-time data processing using Kafka.
• Champion containerization, orchestration, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deploy new products and improve processes.
• Assess risk and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Java

React/Angular

REST/GraphQL

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

DevOps

Cloud platforms

Leadership

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Spring Boot

Job description

Citi's Investor Services division is seeking a visionary and experienced full-stack engineering leader to join our team as a Vice President. This is more than a development role; it's a senior-level position where you will be responsible for establishing and implementing mission-critical application systems, shaping the future of our technology landscape in coordination with a global team.

As a Technology Lead Analyst, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and deploying the next-generation applications that power our custody, fund accounting, and asset servicing clients. You will act as a technical authority, guiding a team of talented developers while remaining hands-on with a cutting-edge technology stack including Java, React/Angular, REST/GraphQL, Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes. If you are a leader who thrives on solving complex problems and driving technological innovation within a world-class financial institution, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Lead the architectural design and implementation of complex, scalable, and resilient full-stack applications. Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work and providing the technical guidance, mentorship, and code reviews needed to build a high-performing team.
• Full-Stack & API Development: Engage in hands-on development across the entire technology stack, utilizing Java for backend services, React/Angular for dynamic user interfaces, and designing robust, scalable APIs with RESTful services and GraphQL.
• Architectural Governance: Provide deep expertise in advanced application programming, ensuring all application designs adhere to the overall architecture blueprint. Develop and enforce standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation to build best-in-class software.
• Event-Driven Architecture: Design and implement sophisticated, real-time data processing solutions using Apache Kafka and related streaming technologies to handle the demands of a global financial market.
• DevOps & Cloud-Native Excellence: Champion and implement best practices for containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes). Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure the rapid and reliable delivery of software.
• Strategic Partnership & Solutioning: Partner with multiple management teams and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of functions. Identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements, translating business goals into robust technical solutions.
• Complex Problem-Solving: Resolve a variety of high-impact problems and projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system flows, and industry standards, developing innovative and durable solutions.
• Risk Management & Compliance: 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 and adhering to the highest ethical standards.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Experience: 6-10+ years of relevant experience in Applications Development or systems analysis, with a proven track record in a technical leadership role.
• Full-Stack Proficiency: Deep expertise in building and delivering full-stack solutions, with a strong command of both backend and frontend development.
• Backend Technology: Expert-level proficiency in Java, including experience with frameworks like Spring Boot.
• API Technologies: Strong experience in designing and building APIs, with proficiency in both RESTful services and GraphQL.
• Frontend Technology: Strong hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks, specifically React or Angular.
• Messaging & Streaming: Proven experience with Apache Kafka for building event-driven architectures and real-time data pipelines.
• Containerization & Orchestration: Demonstrable, hands-on experience with Docker for containerizing applications and Kubernetes for orchestration in a production environment.

Leadership & Professional Qualities:

• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership and project management skills, with experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Deep subject matter expertise in at least one core area of applications development, with a comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, architecture, and infrastructure integrate to accomplish business goals.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust priorities quickly and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Financial Domain Knowledge: Prior experience in FinTech or a large financial institution is highly preferred.
• Investor Services Experience: Specific domain expertise in investor services, including Custody, Fund Accounting, Transfer Agency, or Asset Servicing, is a significant advantage.
• Cloud Platforms: 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:

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

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

Citi is an equal opportunity employer.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this Role

Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Applications Development

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$113 840,00 - $170 760,00

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:

jul 13, 2026

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