Senior Java Development Lead

The Java Development Lead is a senior level position responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing high-performance Java based applications that support critical financial operations in the Capital Markets domain. The ideal candidate will have a deep hands-on experience in Java, object-oriented programming, microservice architecture, software design patterns coupled with a proven track record of delivering complex projects. Responsibilities This is hands-on senior developer role requiring ability to independently code and deliver complex functionalities in Java, Spring Boot, micro-services in partnership with the team. Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards. Participate in initiatives within team to build solutions or enhance existing functionalities around configurable and extensible solutions. Participate in CI/CD initiatives driving automation of manual steps and speed up build and deployment process in partnership with DevOps team. Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals. Required Skills 6-10 years of recent experience with design and development of enterprise scalable applications using Java/J2EE, Spring Framework and related technologies. Hands on experience with relational database like Oracle, performance tuning and integration with Java application. Strong experience using microservices architecture, including service discovery, API gateways, REST and inter-service communication. Proficient in functional programming concepts with Streams API, Lambda Expressions and Optional. Experience for building asynchronous, event/message-driven systems in microservices using Apache Kafka for real time streaming and event driven architecture. Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirement. Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication. Preferred Skills Experience using CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Kubernetes etc. Experience in Agile, Scrum Development environment. Knowledge and experience in TDD, BDD and modern testing frameworks like Cypress and Cucumber. Experience with observability and visualization tools like AppDynamics and Grafana. Education Bachelor’s degree/University degree 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: $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 consider the company benefits resources. 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: Sep 18, 2025 Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity, please review the accessibility resources available for Citi applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr