Senior Backend Lead: Java Microservices & DevOps

Socket.dev; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 107,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Irving, Texas is seeking an Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst to contribute to the design, development and deployment of robust backend services and microservices. You will work on CI/CD pipelines, AI-enabled development, and scalable RESTful APIs within a collaborative technology team.

The role emphasizes engineering best practices, security, performance, and high availability, with leadership in code reviews and system design.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, ensuring smooth and reliable deployments.
• Monitor applications using observability tools and apply intelligent monitoring or anomaly detection techniques.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and enterprise-grade distributed systems with a focus on reliability, security, and scalability.
• Lead development efforts in system design, code reviews, and best practices enforcement.
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities or third-party AI services into backend applications where applicable.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, improve testing coverage, and enhance debugging efficiency.
• Develop and maintain robust automated testing frameworks, incorporating AI-driven testing techniques such as self-healing tests or predictive defect detection where applicable.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, QA, DevOps, and product managers.
• Optimize database queries, improve application performance, and ensure high availability and resiliency.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, security guidelines, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Conduct root cause analysis, performance tuning, and production support.
• Mentor and guide junior developers; promote adoption of modern engineering practices including AI-enabled development.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies in backend engineering, cloud, and AI-driven software development.
• Assess risks appropriately in technical decisions, ensuring alignment with organizational standards, policies, and compliance requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Citi in Irving, Texas is seeking an Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst to contribute to the design, development and deployment of robust backend services and microservices. You will work on CI/CD pipelines, AI-enabled development, and scalable RESTful APIs within a collaborative technology team.

The role emphasizes engineering best practices, security, performance, and high availability, with leadership in code reviews and system design.