Senior Core Java Engineer - Trading Tech Lead

Citigroup Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in New York is seeking a highly capable software engineer for the Equity Finance Technology Trading application. The role requires Java expertise and collaboration with traders to deliver business solutions through agile delivery.

You will work with global teams across geographies and time zones to drive high-impact projects, ensuring architecture alignment with Citi standards while building scalable, robust platforms for trading and risk management.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Applications Development with Core Java 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

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
• 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 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 behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Skills

Core Java

Kafka

SQL

Git

Agile

Global collaboration

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

CI/CD

Job description

Citi in New York is seeking a highly capable software engineer for the Equity Finance Technology Trading application. The role requires Java expertise and collaboration with traders to deliver business solutions through agile delivery.

You will work with global teams across geographies and time zones to drive high-impact projects, ensuring architecture alignment with Citi standards while building scalable, robust platforms for trading and risk management.