Java Application Development - Senior Vice President

Citi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Chennai, India, seeks a Senior Vice President for Java Application Development to lead large-scale software delivery within the Applications Development group. The role emphasizes architecture, code reviews, automated testing, and secure, compliant solutions.

You will mentor mid-level engineers, collaborate with product owners, and drive POCs and production implementations, ensuring alignment with the enterprise blueprint and cross-team integration across time zones.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12+ years of IT experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in implementing applications using Java Spring, React, Oracle, CI/CD in financial services or similar.
• Strong knowledge in PLSQL and RDBMS technologies like Oracle.
• Domain knowledge in Process governance and BPMN 2.0 is an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical and technical skills.
• Ability to design and model systems using UML and to present technical solutions to large audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead application systems analysis and programming activities.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to translate business objectives into robust architectures.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and ensure adherence to architecture, security, and compliance.
• Define frameworks and best practices for enterprise-class solutions.
• Pilot and support production implementations of new concepts and tools.
• Mentor mid-level developers and analysts and manage risk with transparency.

Skills

Java

Spring

React

CI/CD

PL/SQL

Oracle

BPMN

AI tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

Oracle

SQL

UML

Job description

Java Application Development - Senior Vice President

Job Req Id:

26992067

Location(s):

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job Type:

Hybrid

Posted:

Sep. 03, 2026

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst 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 lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities:

• The Lead will be directly accountable for the software delivery timeline. Collaborate closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders to translate strategic business objectives into robust, scalable technical architectures. This includes implementing rigorous code reviews, automated testing, and strict compliance/security controls that junior team members are not yet equipped to design or enforce independently
• Tile role will Collaborate closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders to translate strategic business objectives into robust, scalable technical architectures. Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
• Provide highly skilled and experienced hands-on support and technical leadership as we support the fast-paced, dynamic, time-sensitive activities.
• Contribute to defining and establishing frameworks and best practices required for enterprise-class solutions.
• Conduct innovative hands-on pilots and proofs of concepts (POCs) and support the production implementation of successful concepts.
• Develop core components and frameworks needed to implement and sustain Process intelligence solutions.
• Stay current with process modelling, in-house and industry developments in BPMN.
• Understand internal, hybrid, and cloud application development and hosting, with focus on BPMN and Workflow tools, frameworks, and policies.
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
• Provide AI expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary
• 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:

• Minimum 12 + years of IT experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in implementing application using Java Spring, React, Oracle, CI/CD, preferable in the financial services sector, with knowledge in the following areas.
• Strong knowledge in PLSQL.
• Strong Knowledge in RDBMS technologies like ORAAS/Oracle.
• Domain knowledge in Process governance, process modelling, BPMN 2.0 is an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical and technical skills.
• Strong understanding of system analysis and modeling techniques. Knowledge of structured design techniques using tools like UML is preferred.
• Strong understanding of AI tools like Devin, Copilot etc.
• Comfortable presenting technical solutions to large audiences.
• Execution oriented with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of various parts of a project or initiative
• Ability to run quick proof of concept and make recommendations
• Ability to work with globally located teams in various time zones

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.

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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