Citigroup, Inc

Lead Software Engineer, Controls Technology

Citigroup, Inc$107K — $160K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years of software development experience designing backend systems.
  • Proficient in Java/Spring Boot or modern frontend frameworks like React and Angular.
  • Strong skill set in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) for cloud-native applications.
  • Experience leading technical projects or serving as a tech lead in development teams.
  • Interest or experience with AI-assisted tools to enhance development.
  • Understanding of microservice architecture and RESTful API best practices.
  • Previous work experience in Financial Services or a large, complex global environment is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

  • Guide technical direction for scalable, containerized Java Spring Boot microservices.
  • Explore and integrate AI-powered development tools to enhance code quality and accelerate development.
  • Design and implement high-performance APIs for firm-wide control systems integration.
  • Collaborate with frontend teams to build seamless user experiences for Micro-Frontend applications.
  • Lead the development of complex backend systems using Spring and Spring Cloud technologies.
  • Architect microservices solutions prioritizing scalability and reliability.
  • Apply test-driven development practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance.
  • Wellness programs to support employee health.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and sick leave.
Full Job Description
Senior Engineer - Controls Technology

The role is a hands-on technical position responsible for architecting and building the next generation of platforms for our core Controls Technology area. As a hands-on engineer for the scrum team, you will be a key voice in our architecture, driving innovation and ensuring our engineering practices meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities:
  • Hands-On Engineer: Guide the technical direction and impact the design of highly scalable, containerized Java Spring Boot microservices, while actively contributing to the codebase and driving feature implementation alongside your team.
  • Champion Innovation with AI Tooling: Actively explore, pilot, and integrate cutting-edge AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, advanced code analyzers) to accelerate development velocity, enhance code quality, and champion a culture of innovation within the team.
  • Build Critical System Integrations: Design and implement robust, high-performance APIs to connect our new platforms with a diverse landscape of firm-wide control systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across the enterprise.
  • Shape the Full-Stack Experience: Collaborate closely with frontend engineers to build seamless user experiences, shaping the APIs that power our modern Micro-Frontend (MFE) applications built with React and Angular.
  • Lead design and development of complex backend systems using Spring, Spring Boot and Spring Cloud technologies.
  • Architect and implement microservices-based solutions with focus on scalability, reliability and performance.
  • Apply TDD and test-first development practices across all development stages.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design and deliver new features.
  • Guide the integration and optimization of Oracle and MongoDB in high-performance environments.
  • 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


Qualifications:
  • 5-8 years of hands-on experience in software development, with a proven track record in building and designing robust backend systems.
  • Experience with Java / Spring Boot framework or with modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular) is essential.
  • Strong experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) and building cloud-native applications.
  • Demonstrated experience leading technical projects or acting as a tech lead for a development team.
  • A keen interest in or experience with leveraging AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and code quality.
  • Understanding of software architecture, microservice design patterns, and RESTful API development best practices.
  • Experience working in Financial Services or another large, complex global environment is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular) is a significant plus.
  • Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree/University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Master's degree preferred.


Job Family Group:
Technology

Job Family:
Applications Development

Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location:
Irving Texas United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$107,120.00 - $160,680.00

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:
Aug 31, 2026

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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