Senior Java Engineer-Assistant Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to join its IBCB technology division in Irving. You will design and develop scalable full‑stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, GraphQL, and Angular, with a backend emphasis. You will mentor peers and drive engineering rigor across the SDLC.

The role requires deep Java/Spring Boot expertise, Angular frontend skills, and experience with CI/CD, DevSecOps, and testing practices. Hybrid work is available in a globally distributed team.

Qualifications

• 6 or more years of full stack development experience, with strong hands-on expertise in Java backend engineering as the primary technical discipline.
• Deep proficiency in Java and Spring Boot, including the design and delivery of microservices-based, production-grade backend systems.
• Solid experience building frontend applications with Angular, including in-depth knowledge of JavaScript and functional programming patterns.
• Practical experience with messaging and data technologies including Kafka, GraphQL, and NoSQL databases.
• Demonstrated ability to apply DevSecOps principles, security-first development practices, and CI/CD tooling throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Experience writing and maintaining comprehensive UI tests, with a consistent focus on quality and reliability.
• Ability to work effectively with limited direct supervision, take end-to-end ownership of deliverables, and operate confidently in an agile development environment.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust, scalable backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot, serving as the primary technical contributor across a 70/30 Java-to-Angular full stack environment.
• Build and maintain Angular-based frontend interfaces that deliver intuitive, high-quality experiences to banking professionals.
• Implement DevSecOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) best practices to architect solutions that are secure, resilient, and production-ready.
• Advocate for engineering excellence across the full software development lifecycle, applying sound design principles and modern CI/CD practices from development through to deployment.
• Assess existing applications to identify areas of technical complexity, surface potential risks, and recommend targeted improvements to architecture or process.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to clarify requirements, communicate technical approaches clearly, and keep delivery aligned with user needs.
• Mentor fellow engineers through code reviews, design reviews, and technical documentation reviews to ensure consistent delivery quality across the team.

Skills

Full stack development

Java backend

Angular frontend

Spring Boot

Kafka

GraphQL

NoSQL databases

CI/CD tooling

DevSecOps

UI tests

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

Kafka

GraphQL

NoSQL

Job description

Citi is looking for a Senior Java Engineer to join its Investment Banking and Corporate Banking (IBCB) technology division — a globally distributed, cross-functional team building the platforms and tools that power some of the world's most complex financial operations. In this hands‑on role, you will design and develop scalable full stack applications using a modern tech stack including Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, GraphQL, and Angular, directly solving real challenges faced by banking professionals worldwide. With a 70/30 split favoring backend Java development, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful technical impact within a team that values engineering rigor, collaborative delivery, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust, scalable backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot, serving as the primary technical contributor across a 70/30 Java-to-Angular full stack environment.
• Build and maintain Angular-based frontend interfaces that deliver intuitive, high‑quality experiences to banking professionals.
• Implement DevSecOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) best practices to architect solutions that are secure, resilient, and production‑ready.
• Advocate for engineering excellence across the full software development lifecycle, applying sound design principles and modern CI/CD practices from development through to deployment.
• Assess existing applications to identify areas of technical complexity, surface potential risks, and recommend targeted improvements to architecture or process.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to clarify requirements, communicate technical approaches clearly, and keep delivery aligned with user needs.
• Mentor fellow engineers through code reviews, design reviews, and technical documentation reviews to ensure consistent delivery quality across the team.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 6 or more years of full stack development experience, with strong hands‑on expertise in Java backend engineering as the primary technical discipline.
• Deep proficiency in Java and Spring Boot, including the design and delivery of microservices-based, production‑grade backend systems.
• Solid experience building frontend applications with Angular, including in‑depth knowledge of JavaScript and functional programming patterns.
• Practical experience with messaging and data technologies including Kafka, GraphQL, and NoSQL databases.
• Demonstrated ability to apply DevSecOps principles, security‑first development practices, and CI/CD tooling throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Experience writing and maintaining comprehensive UI tests, with a consistent focus on quality and reliability.
• Ability to work effectively with limited direct supervision, take end‑to‑end ownership of deliverables, and operate confidently in an agile development environment.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with financial services technology environments, particularly within investment banking or capital markets platforms.
• Experience contributing to architectural decisions, including reviewing and improving system design at scale.
• A track record of mentoring engineers and leading technical review processes such as code reviews or design evaluations.

What We Offer

At Citi, you will work within a globally connected technology organization that operates at real scale — building platforms that matter, alongside engineers who take their craft seriously. This is a role where technical ambition is matched with genuine opportunity to grow, lead, and shape the way banking technology evolves.

• Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility while staying connected to the team.
• Access to a robust, continuously updated training program designed to keep your technical skills at the forefront of the industry.
• Clear pathways for career progression and internal mobility, with a genuine expectation that you will grow and move across the organization over time.
• The opportunity to work on complex, high‑impact engineering problems within one of the world's most significant financial institutions — with a 200-year history and a global footprint.
• A performance‑driven team culture where technical contribution, peer collaboration, and delivery ownership are recognized and valued.
• Long‑term career development support, including mentorship opportunities, cross‑functional exposure, and the chance to influence engineering strategy and direction.

Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Applications Development

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Irving Texas United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$107,120.00 - $160,680.00

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 offering may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above.

Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Sep 25, 2026

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