Senior Java Backend Developer (Microservices and Event Driven Architecture) - Assistant Vice President

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

Job summary

Citi is hiring a Senior Java Backend Developer (Microservices and Event Driven Architecture) at the Assistant Vice President level for an on-site role in Pune, India. The candidate will contribute to designing and implementing scalable backend systems, leveraging Java, Spring Boot, Oracle, and Kafka within an agile environment.

Strong communication and leadership skills are essential. The role entails collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring security and compliance, and guiding junior

Qualifications

• 9+ years of relevant experience in software development.
• 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 meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new or revised applications and services.
• Coordinate with technology teams on feasibility, design, and delivery.
• Implement and assess security measures post-implementation.
• Act as SME to stakeholders and coach junior analysts.
• Ensure adherence to operating standards and processes.
• Provide user and operational support to business users.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Oracle

Apache Kafka

Microservices

REST APIs

Agile

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Senior Java Backend Developer (Microservices and Event Driven Architecture) - Assistant Vice President

Job Req Id:

26998205

Location(s):

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Job Type:

On-Site/Resident

Posted:

Oct. 19, 2026

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
• Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
• Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
• Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
• Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
• Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
• Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• 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:

• 9 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

Job requires candidate to be proficient in

• Java
• Springboot
• Oracle
• Apache Kafka
• Microservices
• REST API's
• Efficiently deliver high quality solutions in an agile environment
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Strong technical depth with ability to design and implement scalable solutions independently.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

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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