Java Backend Development Tech Lead Analyst, Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. in Tampa, FL is seeking an Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst to lead application systems analysis and programming efforts within Citi's Insight team.

The role offers exposure to modern tech stacks, big data platforms, and AI tools, with impact on global regulatory and financial workflows. You will mentor mid-level developers, drive system enhancements, ensure architectural alignment, and deliver high-quality software in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Apps Development or systems analysis.
• Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL and real-time messaging technologies.
• Clear and confident communicator, able to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Ability to design software architecture and conduct trade-off analyses across complex landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.
• Partner with management teams to plan system enhancements and deploy new products.
• Resolve high-impact problems through evaluation of business and system processes.
• Ensure application design adheres to the architecture blueprint and coding standards.
• Provide expert guidance to mid-level developers and analysts.
• Assess risk and ensure compliance with laws and Citi policies.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

SQL

Real-time messaging

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.

As a bank with a brain and a soul, Citi creates economic value that is systemically responsible and in our clients’ best interests. As a financial institution that touches every region of the world and every sector that shapes your daily life, our Enterprise Operations & Technology teams are charged with a mission that rivals any large tech company. Our technology solutions are the foundations of everything we do from keeping the bank safe, managing global resources, and providing the technical tools our workers need to be successful to designing our digital architecture and ensuring our platforms provide a first-class customer experience. We reimagine client and partner experiences to deliver excellence through secure, reliable, and efficient services.

Our commitment to diversity includes a workforce that represents the clients we serve from all walks of life, backgrounds, and origins. We foster an environment where the best people want to work. We value and demand respect for others, promote individuals based on merit, and ensure opportunities for personal development are widely available to all. Ideal candidates are innovators with well-rounded backgrounds who bring their authentic selves to work and complement our culture of delivering results with pride. If you are a problem solver who seeks passion in your work, come join us. We’ll enable growth and progress together.

Position 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 cooperation with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Joining Citi's Insight team means working on technology that has real regulatory and financial significance at a global scale. You will gain exposure to a broad and modern technology ecosystem — from Big Data platforms to Citi's AI tools. This is a role for engineers who want both technical depth and meaningful impact.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
• Provide 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:

• 6+ years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• Expertise in Java and Spring Boot
• Advanced knowledge of SQL and real-time messaging technologies.
• Clear and confident communicator, able to translate complex technical concepts for both engineering and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to design software architecture and conduct meaningful trade-off analysis across complex technical landscapes.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

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

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.

• medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs.
• Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays.

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:

Oct 01, 2026

Automated Processing and AI

We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.

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