Citigroup, Inc

Senior Java Developer, Vice President

Citigroup, Inc • $142K — $213K *
Jersey City, NJ 07305Hybrid
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-10 years in Application Development with hands-on coding experience
  • Demonstrated ability to design complex distributed systems
  • Extensive knowledge of Java, Spring, Kafka, and Distributed Systems
  • Experience with relational databases such as Oracle
  • Proficiency in microservices architecture and API-first design
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms like Docker and Kubernetes
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD practices and enterprise architecture

Responsibilities

  • Provide expertise in application programming and ensure adherence to architecture standards
  • Develop coding standards and oversee testing and debugging processes
  • Guide the team in workflow efficiency and product rollout
  • Manage production release planning and execution
  • Oversee software quality and system modifications
  • Advise and allocate work to mid-level developers and analysts
  • Analyze operations to identify risks and suggest improvements

Benefits

  • Medical, dental & vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Full Job Description
senior Java Developer, Vice President. Cross Asset Margin technology teams actively develop and enhance a set of co-operative, strategic systems and services which are regulatory driven and have a direct bearing on how Citi Capital Markets manages risk arising from trading, including both market and counterparty credit risks. We are responsible for calculating margin requirements for OTC bilateral derivatives and optimizing margin requirements for clients by considering offsets across various financial products using models like VaR, SIMM and Credit Stress. We support traders, salespeople, risk managers, financial controllers and operations staff.

Senior Java developer is 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, design and programming activities. This is a senior technical position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team to drive a variety of engineering activities including the design, acquisition and deployment of hardware, software and network infrastructure in coordination with the Technology team.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
  • Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
  • Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals.
  • Guide team to establish design standard, improving efficiency of development workflow and product rollout.
  • Take ownership of smooth Production releases planning and execution
  • Oversee software quality and system modifications
  • Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary.
  • Analyze existing operations to identify risks and redundancies
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to develop solutions
  • Liaise with team members, management to ensure projects are completed to application development and governance standard
  • Keep up-to-date with industry trends and developments
  • Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating 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.


Qualifications:
  • 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development role with hand on coding
  • Demonstrated thought leadership in designing complex and distrusted systems
  • In depth knowledge of Java, Spring, Kafka, Distributed Cache/Systems (e.g. Apache Ignite)
  • Hands on experience on relational databases like Oracle
  • Great exposure to microservices architecture
  • API first design thinking and implementation experience
  • Experience with building applications on cloud platform such as Docker, Kubernetes or OpenShift
  • Proven implementation of design pattern and enterprise level architecture
  • Expertise in CI/CD pipeline
  • Experience with GenAI Developer productivity tools
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • UI tech stack knowledge will be advantage
  • Understanding of Risks (Greeks), risk calculation models like VaR/SIMM preferred and ability to work with Quant team is preferred.


Job Family Group:
Technology

Job Family:
Applications Development

Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location:
Jersey City New Jersey United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$142,320.00 - $213,480.00

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