Senior Java Developer with Kotlin - Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 113,840 - 170,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off packages

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking a Senior Java Developer in Tampa, Florida, responsible for establishing and implementing application systems. This senior-level role involves leading applications systems analysis and programming activities, with a focus on the Prime Brokerage platform.

The ideal candidate will have 6–10 years of experience in apps development, extensive Java and Kotlin knowledge, and a strong understanding of cloud technologies. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role.
• Extensive experience in system analysis and programming.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop core components for the Prime Brokerage platform.
• Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement in DevOps.
• Manage production support and improve system performance.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

Cloud Technologies

Kafka

SQL Server

Test-Driven Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Kubernetes

Elastic Stack

Grafana

Job description

The Senior Java Developer is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Prime Brokerage Technology provides solutions that underpin the operations of our clients and traders that provide the foundation of our Prime Finance business. This is an area of great opportunity and is a major growth target for Citi – with technology providing the key to unlock this potential.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop core components for the Prime Brokerage platform using Java/Kotlin.
• Provide technical leadership to an agile team, mentoring developers and establishing best practices for coding, testing, and CI/CD.
• Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement in SDLC and DevOps, using metrics like DORA to boost efficiency.
• Lead system architecture, design, planning, and estimation discussions with technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Translate complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of all project and technical documentation.
• Proactively identify, mitigate, and solve complex risks throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Manage production support, analyze issue patterns, and lead efforts to improve system performance, scalability, and reliability.

Technical Experience

• Java & Test-Driven Development are essential.
• Experience in any number of additional technologies (listed below) is advantageous: Kotlin, Cloud Technologies (Kubernetes, Open Shift), Messaging Technologies (Kafka, Solace, TIBCO), Database / Data Store / Data Query Technologies (SQL Server, Trino, Mongo, S3), Observability Technologies (OpenTelemetry, Elastic Stack / ELK, Grafana).

Recommended Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• Extensive experience in 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
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location

Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$113,840.00 - $170,760.00

Benefits

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.

Anticipated Posting Close Date

Jun 03, 2026

EEO Statement

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