Senior Lead Engineer - Java, Python, Kafka, Spark, Apache Iceberg - Assistant Vice President

Citi; New York (NY); Ibrido; USD 42.000 - 73.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Citi is seeking an Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst in Chennai for a hybrid role. You will contribute to design, development, testing and maintenance of complex applications using Java, Python, Kafka and Iceberg within a Big Data/ cloud environment.

The role requires the ability to work with senior stakeholders, mentor teammates, and ensure secure, scalable solutions with modern microservices patterns and API-first approaches.

Competenze

• 8–12 years of experience in Apps Development with hands-on coding using Java, Python, Kafka, and Apache Iceberg.
• In-depth knowledge of Java, Spring, Kafka, and distributed caches/systems.
• Experience with relational databases (Oracle) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB or Iceberg).
• Experience with microservices architecture and API-first design (REST, WebSocket, gRPC).
• Cloud platform exposure with Docker, Kubernetes or OpenShift.

Mansioni

• Contribute to feasibility studies, estimation, IT planning and design of new or revised applications.
• Develop, test, and implement applications, providing user and operational support.
• Analyze complex problems, evaluate processes, and propose advanced programming solutions.
• Define security measures and post-implementation reviews for system reliability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and technology groups; mentor junior analysts.
• Ensure compliance with risk, policy and governance standards.

Conoscenze

Java

Spring

Kafka

Apache Iceberg

Distributed systems

Python

REST

WebSocket

gRPC

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

JavaScript UI basics

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree

Strumenti

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Apache Ignite/Redis

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Lead Engineer – Java, Python, Kafka, Spark, Apache Iceberg – Assistant Vice President

Job Req Id

26953047

Location(s)

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job Type

Hybrid

Posted

Aug. 13, 2026

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
• Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
• Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
• Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
• Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
• Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
• Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience in Apps Development role with hands on coding using ava, Python, Kafka, and Apache Iceberg and distributed systems
• In depth knowledge of Java, Spring, Kafka, Distributed Cache/Systems (e.g. Apache Ignite, Redis)
• Hands on experience on relational databases like Oracle
• Any experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB or Apache Iceberg is preferred
• Experience with Python is preferred
• Great exposure to microservices architecture.
• API first design thinking and implementation using Rest, WebSocket and gRPC
• Experience with building applications on cloud platform such as Docker, Kubernetes or OpenShift
• Proven implementation of design pattern and enterprise level architecture
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• UI tech stack knowledge will be advantage.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

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

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