Senior Java / Kotlin Developer - Prime Brokerage

Socket.dev; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a senior Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst to drive core platform components and guide an agile team. You will mentor developers, shape architecture, and translate business needs into technical specs, while ensuring robust documentation and risk mitigation across the software lifecycle.

This role sits within Citi's Prime Brokerage Technology, a growth area where technology unlocks client and trader value through scalable, reliable systems.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant Apps Development or systems analysis experience.
• Strong system analysis and programming experience with software applications.
• Experience managing and implementing successful projects.
• SME in at least one area of Applications Development and strong communication skills.

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.
• Drive SDLC and DevOps improvements using metrics like DORA to boost efficiency.
• Lead architecture, design, planning, and estimation discussions with technical teams and stakeholders.
• Translate complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications.
• Oversee creation and maintenance of project and technical documentation.
• Identify, mitigate, and solve risks throughout the software lifecycle.
• Manage production support and lead efforts to improve performance, scalability, and reliability.

Skills

Java

Test-Driven Development

Kotlin

Cloud Technologies

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Kafka

SQL Server

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

OpenTelemetry

ELK/Grafana

CI/CD

Job description

The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst 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 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

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

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

Primary Location:

Jersey City New Jersey United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$142,320.00 - $213,480.00

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 offerings 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 and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Sept 25, 2026

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