Senior Java Tech Lead — API & Cloud Architect

Citi; Town of New Castle (NY); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Learning and development programs

Wellbeing support

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Senior Java Developer to take lead ownership of complex application systems in a global technology environment. You will design, build, and drive enterprise-grade software solutions while guiding teams and influencing architecture decisions.

You will design robust Java applications and RESTful services, lead technical analysis, and enforce coding standards. Hybrid work with a strong focus on engineering excellence and delivery ownership.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Java development and building RESTful APIs using Spring or similar frameworks.
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases (Oracle, SQL, MongoDB).
• Cloud platforms experience with OpenShift and Kubernetes; build tools Gradle or Maven.
• Experience with messaging systems like Kafka and IBM MQ for event-driven architecture.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling (Jenkins, Grafana).
• Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile delivery practices.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design and build Java-based applications and RESTful APIs that meet performance and reliability standards.
• Lead analysis of complex processes and translate findings into scalable software solutions.
• Define and enforce development standards across coding, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with tech and business teams to identify system enhancements.
• Ensure designs align with overall architecture and integrate infrastructure considerations.
• Mentor mid-level developers and analysts, distributing work effectively.
• Assess technical risk, ensuring compliant and secure solutions.

Skills

Java development

REST APIs

Spring Framework

Agile delivery

Tools

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Gradle

Maven

Apache Kafka

IBM MQ

Jenkins

Grafana

Job description

Citi is seeking a Senior Java Developer to take lead ownership of complex application systems in a global technology environment. You will design, build, and drive enterprise-grade software solutions while guiding teams and influencing architecture decisions.

You will design robust Java applications and RESTful services, lead technical analysis, and enforce coding standards. Hybrid work with a strong focus on engineering excellence and delivery ownership.