Java Developer for Trading, Securities Lending, Vice President

Citi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Hong Kong seeks a Java Developer for Trading, Securities Lending, VP level. The role requires strong Java expertise and collaboration with global traders to deliver business solutions through agile delivery.

Responsibilities include resolving complex problems, ensuring architectural adherence, and mentoring junior developers while managing risk and stakeholder expectations in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role.
• Extensive experience in system analysis and programming of software applications.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• SME in at least one area of Applications Development.
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.

Responsibilities

• Resolve high-impact problems through evaluation of complex business processes and system processes.
• Provide expertise in area and ensure application design adheres to architecture blueprint.
• Utilise advanced knowledge of system flow and develop coding, testing, debugging, and implementation standards.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how business areas integrate to accomplish goals.
• Provide in-depth analysis to define issues and develop innovative solutions.
• Coach mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary.
• Assess risk and drive compliance with laws and regulations, escalating issues with transparency.

Skills

Java

Kafka

SQL

Git

QA

TDD

BDD

Agile

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or IT

Job description

Java Developer for Trading, Securities Lending, Vice President

Location(s):

Kowloon, Kowloon City, Hong Kong SAR

Job Type:

On-Site/Resident

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Job Overview

Overview

Citi is a world-leading global bank. We have approximately 200 million customer accounts and a presence in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions worldwide. We provide 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. We enable clients to achieve their strategic financial objectives by providing them with cutting-edge ideas, best-in-class products and solutions, and unparalleled access to capital and liquidity.

What We do / The Team

The Equity Finance Technology team are seeking a highly motivated software engineer for the Trading application, located in Hong Kong. The role requires working with technologists across geographical locations and executing on the technical delivery. This role requires strong expertise in Java and the ability to work with traders in building business solutions through agile delivery.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• Utilise 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 adviser 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 judgement regarding personal behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate

Key Skills and Experience required

• Extensive development experience
• Technical skills in Java, Kafka, SQL, Git
• Experience in performing QA, TDD and BDD practices
• Proven ability to work in high pressure environment
• Flexibility to work with a global team, across geographies and time zones
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
• Familiarity with agile methodologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations

Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience:

• React and full stack development
• Knowledge of Prime Services is a plus
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, 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 Support

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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