Senior Java Lead & Platform Architect (Hybrid, Canada)

Citi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Mississauga, Canada is seeking a Senior Java Lead Application Development Manager (Senior Vice President) to guide a small local team, code hands-on, and drive modernization of CitiDirect's payment validation layer while mentoring engineers.

You will partner with global dev teams, design scalable solutions, enforce best practices, and advocate for AI tooling to enhance the stack and team capabilities. This hybrid role requires leadership and deep Java expertise.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience.
• 3+ years in a leadership role leading engineers.
• Strong hands-on Java backend development.
• Experience with microservices, Spring Framework, and RESTful API design.
• Proficiency in MongoDB and Oracle databases.
• Experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven architectures.
• Strong understanding of software design patterns, architecture principles, and best practices.
• Understanding of security best practices in software development.
• Proven track record of leading successful software projects and mentoring developers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to navigate complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a small local development team.
• Actively participate in coding and problem-solving, maintaining a strong hands-on presence in development.
• Architect and design scalable, robust solutions for complex technical challenges.
• Lead the planning and execution of major development initiatives and projects.
• Oversee code quality, conduct code reviews, and enforce best practices and coding standards.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to improve team productivity and product quality.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical strategy and roadmap.
• Manage technical debt and guide system optimizations.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Drive morale and be the local contact point for Canada based team members.

Skills

Java

Microservices

Spring Framework

REST APIs

MongoDB

Oracle

Apache Kafka

Architecture patterns

Security best practices

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Citi in Mississauga, Canada is seeking a Senior Java Lead Application Development Manager (Senior Vice President) to guide a small local team, code hands-on, and drive modernization of CitiDirect's payment validation layer while mentoring engineers.

You will partner with global dev teams, design scalable solutions, enforce best practices, and advocate for AI tooling to enhance the stack and team capabilities. This hybrid role requires leadership and deep Java expertise.