Senior Full-stack Java Developer, VP

Jersey City, NJ · full time · Senior

$142,320 – $213,480

Listed on Citigroup’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

A senior software engineering leadership role in Citi's exchange-traded derivatives clearing technology organization, focused on modernizing cloud-native platforms and leading distributed teams through real-time capital markets infrastructure. Suits experienced Java architects who want to drive platform transformation while mentoring engineers in a global financial services environment.

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What they ask for

Required

6+ years of hands-on software engineering in enterprise-scale global applications
Deep expertise in Java-based application development including Spring Boot and microservices
Hands-on experience with messaging platforms such as Kafka, IBM MQ, or Solace in high-throughput environments
Experience designing and operating cloud-native applications on OpenShift, Kubernetes, or Docker
Understanding of API design, application security, and authentication frameworks
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
Experience with caching and performance optimization technologies like Redis or Couchbase
Ability to leverage AI-assisted software engineering tools
Track record working in Agile environments and mentoring engineers across distributed teams
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technology, or related field or equivalent experience

Nice to have

Experience in financial services, particularly Trade Processing, Clearing, or capital markets platforms
Spring Cloud and cloud-native Java technologies
Familiarity with event-driven architectures and high-volume, low-latency systems in capital markets
Master's degree