Assistant VP (Java Development) - Citi

As a Java Developer, you will develop high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade Java applications for Equity Derivatives. This full-stack technologist role requires strong technical skills and hands-on experience in modern development practices.

You will enhance the functionality of existing Equity Derivatives trade capture and lifecycle applications to meet business and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write high-quality, testable code adhering to clean coding standards and SOLID design principles.
• Proactively plan and schedule tasks, implementing functionality with minimal supervision.
• Profile and troubleshoot existing solutions.
• Understand and follow defined software development processes.
• Perform code reviews, contributing to the overall quality, maintainability, and testability of developed software.
• Work independently while collaborating closely with team members and across projects.
• Coordinate deployment, testing, and release of developed applications.
• Assist with L3 escalations.

Knowledge/Experience:

• 5+ years of software development experience in a corporate environment.
• Knowledge and experience working with agile methodologies like Scrum.
• Understanding of Git and common source control patterns.
• Proficiency in code quality measurement tools (e.g., Sonar) and implementing efficient test pyramids.
• Experience designing high-quality solutions using OOP, TDD/BDD, Design Patterns, and SOLID principles.

• Experience designing and building APIs, integrating with modern web applications.

• Working experience in a global environment, collaborating with colleagues, stakeholders, and clients across different locations and time zones.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to work with agentic AI solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of Java 8+, Core Java, and Spring.
• Strong understanding of design patterns, data structures, concurrency, and algorithms.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with at least one relational database (preferably Sybase or MS-SQL).
• Expertise in REST API principles and messaging systems.
• Excellent debugging and testing skills.
• Ability to set up and work with CI/CD toolchains.

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related majors.

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Job Family Group:
Technology
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Job Family:
Applications Development
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Time Type:
Full time
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