Senior Java Engineer – Assistant Vice President

Responsibilities

• Design and build mid‑to‑large‑scale Java applications using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture, applying engineering best practices to produce efficient, maintainable, and scalable code.

• Serve as the technical authority for diagnosing complex application performance issues, coding defects, and architectural flaws, conducting root cause analysis to deliver lasting fixes.

• Own the full software development lifecycle end‑to‑end, from strategic scoping and technical planning through development, testing, deployment, and post‑launch support.

• Define and maintain engineering standards for coding, testing, and debugging, ensuring all application design aligns with the broader architectural blueprint and system dependencies.

• Champion Agile delivery across the team, identifying inter‑team dependencies, optimising development processes, and continuously improving concurrent project throughput.

• Build consensus across engineering teams, business stakeholders, and senior leadership, translating technical decisions into clear outcomes that keep delivery on track.

• Mentor and coach engineers, share technical expertise through brown bags and engineering forums, and advance your own knowledge through industry certifications and continuous learning.

• 5 to 8 years of experience in a software product development or technical environment, with demonstrated capacity in a technical lead or project management role.

• Hands‑on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices development, with a track record of delivering production‑grade applications.

• Proven ability to manage the complete software development lifecycle, from requirements and design through release and operational support.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a data‑driven approach to diagnosing technical issues and making engineering decisions.

• Practical experience delivering projects using Agile or hybrid Agile‑Waterfall methodologies.

• Ability to manage third‑party technology vendors, including implementation planning and partnership evaluation.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to align technical and non‑technical stakeholders around complex delivery challenges.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience with front‑end technologies such as React or Angular to complement back‑end delivery.

• PMP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or an equivalent project management certification.

• Experience driving large‑scale process improvement or engineering culture change within a technology organisation.

• Background leading infrastructure programmes or complex, multi‑team software delivery initiatives.

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience.

At Citi, you will work alongside talented engineers on high‑impact systems that operate at global scale. This is a role with genuine technical ownership, the autonomy to shape engineering decisions, and the platform to grow as a senior technical leader within a performance‑driven organisation.

• A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility and in‑person collaboration.
• Meaningful technical ownership over complex, large‑scale engineering programmes that directly affect business outcomes.
• Access to continuous learning resources, engineering forums, and support for professional certifications to keep your skills current.
• The opportunity to lead and mentor engineers, building your influence and leadership presence within a high‑performing team.
• Competitive financial wellbeing benefits designed to support your long‑term security and professional success.
• A collaborative,…