Senior Lead Java Fullstack Software Engineer

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

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Senior Lead Java Fullstack Software Engineer in a hybrid capacity for the Mississauga, ON region. You will lead architecture and delivery of complex applications, drive best practices in coding, testing, and DevOps, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology with business goals.

The role requires extensive experience in Java/Spring Boot, Angular, and modern cloud/container practices, with a focus on scalable, secure, and observable systems within a large

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in full-stack web development.
• Strong backend development with Java and Spring Boot (REST APIs, security, performance).
• Strong frontend with Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS.
• Experience with UI libraries (Kendo UI) and micro front-end patterns.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of functions to meet goals and deploy new products.
• Analyze complex business and system processes to define scalable solutions.
• Provide expertise in applications programming and plan assignments across large budgets or multiple projects.
• Develop methodologies and standards for design, coding, testing, and implementation.
• Advise on system design, converse with end users to capture specifications.

Skills

Full-stack development

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

TypeScript

REST APIs

CI/CD

Kubernetes

GitHub/Bitbucket

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Elasticsearch

Job description

Senior Lead Java Fullstack Software Engineer

Job Req Id:

26986904

Location(s):

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Job Type:

Hybrid

Posted:

Aug. 21, 2026

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Technology Senior 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.

Responsibilities:

• Lead integration of functions to meet goals, deploy new products, and enhance processes
• Analyze complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards to define and develop solutions to high level problems
• Provide expertise in area of advanced knowledge of applications programming and plan assignments involving large budgets, cross functional project, or multiple projects
• Develop application methodologies and standards for program analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Utilize advanced knowledge of supported main system flows and comprehensive knowledge of multiple areas to achieve technology goals
• Consult with end users to identify system function specifications and incorporate into overall system design
• Allocate work, and act as an advisor/coach developers, analysts, and new team members
• Influence and negotiate with senior leaders and communicate with external parties
• 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.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in full-stack web application development.
• Strong backend development experience with Java and Spring Boot (REST APIs, security concepts, performance, and scalability).
• Strong front-end development experience with Angular including TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS.
• Experience using UI component libraries such as Kendo UI.
• Working knowledge of micro front-end architecture and patterns.
• Solid understanding of API design and microservices (service boundaries, resilience, observability basics).
• Hands‑on experience with SQL Server and relational data modeling.
• Experience with Elasticsearch and event streaming with Kafka.
• Proficiency with GitHub / Bitbucket workflows and practical experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong communication skills, ownership mindset, and ability to work collaboratively in an agile team.
• Preferred / Nice to Have
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Containerization and orchestration experience (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift).
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (unit, integration, and UI testing).
• Exposure to observability practices (logging, metrics, tracing) and production support

Education:

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

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$145,100.00 - $217,700.00

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