Citigroup, Inc

Java Backend Developer - Vice President

Citigroup, Inc$113K — $170K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience with Java programming, particularly Java 17+ features.
  • Extensive experience with Spring Boot for microservices development.
  • Familiarity with batch processing frameworks and data handling techniques.
  • Solid grasp of SQL and relational database management.
  • Understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices.
  • Experience in integrating development tools in the software lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement backend services and APIs using Java 17+ and Spring Boot.
  • Contribute to architecture and design decisions for applications.
  • Develop and optimize batch processes for large datasets.
  • Write clean, maintainable code following best practices.
  • Collaborate with teams to define and deliver features.
  • Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
  • Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental & vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance.
  • Wellness programs.
  • Generous paid time off for vacation and sick leave.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Java 17+ Application Backend Developer to join our team as an Individual Contributor in Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and robust backend data processing applications. This role requires a strong understanding of modern Java development practices, data processing, and CI/CD principles.

Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and implement backend services and APIs using Java 17+ and Spring Boot.
  • Contribute to the architecture and design decisions for new and existing applications.
  • Develop and optimize batch and data processing solutions to handle large datasets efficiently.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
  • Collaborate with back-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and deliver features.
  • Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
  • Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge.
  • Troubleshoot and debug production issues, providing timely resolutions.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of our CI/CD pipelines and development tool integrations.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.


Required Skills
  • Java 17+: Strong proficiency in Java programming, including new features introduced in Java 17 and later versions.
  • Spring Boot: Extensive experience with Spring Boot for building microservices and RESTful APIs.
  • Batch/Data Processing: Good knowledge and practical experience with batch processing frameworks and techniques for handling large volumes of data.
  • SQL: Solid understanding of relational databases and advanced SQL querying.
  • CI/CD: Good understanding of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment principles and practices.
  • Dev Tools Integration: Experience with integrating various development tools into the software development lifecycle.
  • Should be well verse with coding design patterns and enterprise applications development
  • 6-10 years of hands-on experience in Java backend development (17+).
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software


Good to Have Skills
  • Apache Flink: Knowledge or experience with Apache Flink/Spark for distributed processing.
  • Spring Batch: Experience with Spring Batch for developing robust batch applications.
  • Cloud Platforms: Good understanding and experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • AI-based Code Implementation Skills: Familiarity or experience with AI-powered coding tools like GitHub Copilot, Claude, or Gemini to enhance productivity.


Tools
  • IDE: Intellij IDEA
  • CI/CD & Orchestration: Ansible/Jenkins/Tecton/Harness
  • Database Management/Exploration: SQL Developer/HUE


Soft Skills
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts clearly.
  • Ownership: Takes full ownership of tasks and projects, ensuring successful completion.
  • Problem Solver: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to challenges.
  • Collaborator: Ability to work effectively within a team environment, fostering a collaborative and productive atmosphere.


Job Family Group:
Technology

Job Family:
Applications Development

Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location:
Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$113,840.00 - $170,760.00

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:
Jun 16, 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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