Citigroup, Inc

Apps Dev Tech Lead Analyst

Citigroup, Inc • $125K — $188K *
Irving, TX 75061Hybrid
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 10+ years of software development experience focusing on Java.
  • Expert knowledge in Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud.
  • Deep understanding of microservices architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
  • Proficient in Hibernate, JPA, Oracle, and MongoDB with complex query optimization skills.
  • Strong expertise in caching strategies using Redis or similar technologies.
  • Expert-level experience with Apache Kafka for event streaming and processing.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Harness and testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of complex backend systems with Spring technologies.
  • Architect and implement scalable microservices solutions.
  • Strategically guide integration and optimization of Oracle and MongoDB.
  • Mentor junior developers to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new features.
  • Implement data access layers using Hibernate and JPA, manage caching.
  • Ensure high quality through code reviews and performance optimization.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan for retirement savings.
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance.
  • Wellness programs to support employee health.
  • Paid time off for vacation and sick leave.
Full Job Description
The Applications Development Technology 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 the design and development of complex backend systems using Spring, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud technologies.
  • Architect and implement microservices-based solutions with a strong focus on scalability, reliability, and performance.
  • Strategically guide the integration and optimization of Oracle and MongoDB in high-performance environments.
  • Mentor junior developers and contribute significantly to a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features.
  • Apply TDD and test-first development practices across all development stages.
  • Implement data access layers using Hibernate and JPA and manage caching using Redis or other caching frameworks.
  • Ensure high quality through effective code reviews, static code analysis, and performance optimization.
  • 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.
  • Design, implement, and manage container orchestration platforms, particularly OpenShift and Kubernetes.
  • Develop and maintain Helm charts for packaging and deploying applications across various environments.
  • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, including the use of deployment automation tools like Harness.
  • Collaborate with development teams to ensure applications are designed for scalability, reliability, and ease of deployment.
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and application deployments.
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability of applications.
  • Implement and enforce best practices for Kubernetes manifests, including resource optimization, health checks (Readiness and Liveness probes), graceful shutdowns, and Pod Disruption Budgets (PDBs).
  • Contribute to the logging, monitoring, and tracing strategies for applications running on container platforms.


Recommended Qualifications:
  • Experience: 10+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on Java.
  • Spring Ecosystem: Expert-level knowledge and proven experience in Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud.
  • Microservices Architecture: Expert-level understanding and practical application of Microservices Architecture and best practices, including design patterns and advanced concepts.
  • Data Access & Databases: Expert-level proficiency in Hibernate, JPA, relational (Oracle), and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases, including complex query optimization and schema design.
  • Caching (Redis): Deep experience and proven expertise with Redis or equivalent for advanced caching strategies and performance optimization.
  • Messaging/Event Streaming: Expert-level experience with Apache Kafka, including design, implementation, and optimization of producers, consumers, and stream processing applications.
  • Testing Strategies: Proven expertise in Test-Driven Development (TDD), Shift-Left testing strategies, and guiding teams in their application.
  • Test Automation Tools/Frameworks: Expert-level hands-on experience with Junit, Mockito, REST Assured, Cucumber, or Selenium, capable of mentoring others and setting best practices for test automation.
  • Application Performance: Strong understanding and practical experience in application performance, monitoring, and optimization techniques, including troubleshooting and tuning.
  • Problem-Solving: Exceptional problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to lead and resolve highly complex development challenges.
  • Proven experience with containerization technologies, including Docker.
  • Strong expertise in container orchestration platforms: OpenShift and Kubernetes.
  • Extensive experience with Helm for Kubernetes package management and chart development.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools, including Harness for deployment automation.
  • Understanding of Kubernetes best practices, including manifest optimization, health checks, labeling, and graceful termination.
  • Familiarity with secrets management using Kubernetes Secrets and/or HashiCorp Vault.
  • Experience with monitoring, logging, and tracing solutions for distributed systems.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of API Gateways, Service Discovery, and Distributed Tracing (e.g., Spring Cloud Gateway, Eureka, Zipkin).
  • Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
  • Experience with code quality tools (e.g., SonarQube, CheckStyle).
  • Understanding of security best practices for backend development (OAuth2, JWT, Spring Security).


Soft Skills
  • Collaboration: Proven leadership and team collaboration skills across multiple teams.
  • Communication & Stakeholder Management: Strong communication and stakeholder management, including business communication.
  • Technical Depth & Business Acumen: Ability to strategically balance technical depth with long-term business priorities.
  • Code Quality: Strong passion and advocacy for high-quality, clean, and maintainable code, driving best practices.


Education:
  • Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
  • Master's degree preferred


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:
Architecture

Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location:
Irving Texas United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$125,760.00 - $188,640.00

In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Jul 01, 2026

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Citigroup is a financial services holding company that provides financial products and services. The company operates through two segments, Global Consumer Banking (GCB) and Institutional Clients Group (ICG). The GCB segment offers traditional banking services to retail customers through retail banking, commercial banking, Citi-branded cards, and Citi retail services. The ICG segment offers various banking, and financial products and services to corporate, institutional, public sector, and high-net-worth clients. This segment provides wholesale banking products and services, including fixed-income and equity sales and trading, foreign exchange, prime brokerage, derivative services, equity and fixed-income research, corporate lending, investment banking, and advisory services, private banking, cash management, trade finance, and securities services. Citi is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and the company invests in initiatives that promote economic progress.

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Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$89.6 million
Founded
1812
5 Year Trend
+4.6%
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