Citigroup, Inc

Java Developer

Citigroup, Inc • $79K — $110K *
Mississauga, ON L4T 0A1In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 2+ years in Java development specifically within financial services.
  • Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs using Spring or similar frameworks.
  • Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases like Oracle, SQL, and MongoDB.
  • Knowledge of cloud infrastructure, particularly OpenShift and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines, especially Jenkins and Grafana.
  • Understanding of SDLC principles and Agile methodologies.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop RESTful APIs ensuring high code quality.
  • Build and deploy applications on cloud platforms using OpenShift and Kubernetes.
  • Integrate Kafka and MQ for event-driven communication in services.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and monitor application performance.
  • Analyze applications for vulnerabilities and implement security fixes.
  • Collaborate with teams to define enhancements and translate requirements.
  • Support junior analysts by mentoring and sharing expertise.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with 3 in-office days and 2 remote days.
  • Access to continuous learning and development resources.
  • Exposure to comprehensive engineering challenges in finance.
  • Wellbeing support and work-life balance programs.
  • Opportunities for career progression within a global team.
Full Job Description
Citi is looking for a Java Developer to join its Technology team and contribute to the design, development, and delivery of application systems that power financial services at global scale. In this intermediate-level role, you will build and enhance software solutions using modern engineering practices, working across cloud infrastructure, APIs, and data systems to solve real business problems. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of robust engineering and meaningful financial impact, operating with autonomy in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities
  • Design and develop RESTful APIs using Java and Spring frameworks, ensuring clean, maintainable, and well-structured code across all delivery phases.
  • Build and deploy applications on cloud infrastructure using OpenShift and Kubernetes, applying container orchestration best practices to support scalable and reliable systems.
  • Integrate messaging systems including Kafka and MQ to enable reliable data flow and event-driven communication between distributed services.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, and monitor application health and performance through Grafana to support continuous delivery and operational stability.
  • Analyze applications to detect vulnerabilities, conduct debugging sessions, and implement targeted fixes that strengthen system security and resilience.
  • Collaborate with technology teams and business stakeholders to define system enhancements, translate requirements into technical specifications, and deliver effective software solutions.
  • Support and mentor junior analysts by sharing technical expertise and providing guidance on engineering approaches and problem-solving strategies.


Required Qualifications & Skills
  • 2+ years of software development experience within the financial services industry, with a focus on Java-based application development.
  • Hands-on experience building RESTful APIs using Spring or comparable Java frameworks.
  • Practical experience with relational and non-relational databases, including Oracle, SQL, and MongoDB.
  • Working knowledge of cloud platforms (OpenShift, Kubernetes) and build tools such as Gradle or Maven.
  • Experience with DevOps tooling including Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline configuration, alongside monitoring platforms such as Grafana.
  • Solid grounding in software development lifecycle (SDLC) principles and Agile delivery methodologies.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.


What We Offer

At Citi, you will work on technically challenging problems within a global organisation where engineering quality and collaboration drive real outcomes. This role offers a strong platform for professional growth, meaningful technical autonomy, and access to the tools and support needed to do your best work.
  • A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility while staying connected to your team.
  • Access to learning and development resources that support continuous technical growth and career progression.
  • Exposure to large-scale, complex engineering challenges within one of the world's leading financial institutions.
  • Wellbeing support and work-life balance programmes designed to help you perform at your best.
  • Competitive compensation and financial wellbeing benefits.
  • The opportunity to work within a high-performing global technology team where your contributions have direct impact on business outcomes.


Apply now to bring your Java engineering expertise to Citi and help shape the technology systems that support financial services at a global scale.

Job Family Group:
Technology

Job Family:
Applications Development

Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$79,320.00 - $110,680.00

Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.

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

Automated Processing and AI

We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.

Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.

This job opening is for an existing job vacancy.

About Citigroup, Inc

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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Learn more about Citigroup, Inc
Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$89.6 million
Founded
1812
5 Year Trend
+4.6%
NASDAQ
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