Application Development Lead, VP

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The Applications Development Lead, VP is a senior level position 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 and programming activities.

• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
• Work closely with business users, stakeholders, BAs, product managers and other development teams to understand problem space, brainstorm ideas, approaches, and solutions
• 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
• Understanding of integrating APIs with third party libraries/vendors and handle the security around it
• Manage Citi’s technology infrastructure, including software, hardware, and procured products
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary
• 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 and regulations

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• Hands on development experience using JAVA is a MUST
• Hands on development experience using PYTHON is highly desirable
• Hands on RDBMS experience
• Extensive experience in system analysis and programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication

• Java/ J2EE Technologies:
  Core Java, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring MVC, Spring Web, Rest API
• Languages:
  
  Java 17, Java Script
• Databases:
  MySQL, Oracle, Mongo
  
  DB, JPA, Hibernate ORM, PL/SQL
• Web Technologies:
  React, Angular, HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, JSON, XML
• Dev Ops & Cloud:
  Linux, Maven, Gradle, Microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, MQ, Kafka, AWS
• Tools:
  Git/Github, Postman, SOAP UI, Intelli
  
  J IDEA, Eclipse, SQL Developer

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Family Group: Technology

Job Family: Applications Development

Time Type: Full time

Primary

Location:

Irving, Texas, United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $ - $

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include incentive and retention awards. Citi offers benefits including medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages and holidays. Availability may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Anticipated Posting Close Date: Dec 31, 2025

Citi is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, view Accessibility at Citi and Citi’s EEO Policy Statement.