VP Java Backend Lead - AI-Driven Credit Risk Tech

Citigroup Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 126,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking a Lead Java Developer to join the Credit Risk Technology team in Irving, TX, leading a hands-on engineering group responsible for robust, scalable risk software.

You will drive architecture, guide engineers, and apply GenAI and advanced AI tooling to improve exposure management and data integration. The role emphasizes technical leadership, modern tech stacks, cloud-native microservices, and secure, high-performance solutions across multiple data sources.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with leadership exposure.
• Strong hands-on Java and related tech skills.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and microservices.
• Experience leveraging AI/ML in large-scale apps.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, architecture and hands-on development for Counterparty Credit Risk solutions.
• Mentor engineers and oversee timely delivery of high-quality software.
• Adopt agile practices and foster collaboration across teams.
• Evaluate new technologies and AI tools to enhance risk management products.

Skills

Java

Cloud platforms

Microservices

AI/GenAI

CI/CD

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GenAI tools

Co-Pilot/Devin

Job description

Citigroup Inc. is seeking a Lead Java Developer to join the Credit Risk Technology team in Irving, TX, leading a hands-on engineering group responsible for robust, scalable risk software.

You will drive architecture, guide engineers, and apply GenAI and advanced AI tooling to improve exposure management and data integration. The role emphasizes technical leadership, modern tech stacks, cloud-native microservices, and secure, high-performance solutions across multiple data sources.