Sr Java Developer - TAMPA, Hybrid

Citigroup Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial services firm is seeking a Senior Java Developer to lead application systems analysis and development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Java technologies, possess strong problem-solving skills, and be an effective leader. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and a strong background in software development, particularly in Java and related frameworks.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in the Financial Service industry.
• Experience as Applications Development Manager.
• In-depth knowledge of Java, J2EE, JSP, Servlets, JDBC, and Spring Framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead application systems analysis and programming activities.
• Partner with management teams to integrate functions and enhance systems.
• Resolve high-impact problems through evaluation of complex processes.

Skills

Java

J2EE

Spring Framework

HTML5

CSS3

AngularJS

Microservice Architecture

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Gradle

Maven

Openshift

Job description

Overview

The Senior Java Developer 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular 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 the Financial Service industry
• Experience as Applications Development Manager
• In-depth knowledge and application of Java, J2EE, JSP, Servlets, JDBC, Spring Framework, Struts framework, EJB and JavaScript
• Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML5 and CSS3
• UI Development experience with Bootstrap, Backbone, Node.JS, AngularJS
• Experience creating custom, general use modules and components which extend the elements and modules of core AngularJS
• Well versed with the use of XML, JSON and REST services
• Thorough understanding of usage of the fundamental concepts like Exception Handling, Static block/variables/classes, OOPS
• Concepts, Collections, Multi-Threading, http sessions, session handling, Servlets/JSP life cycle, JDBC, actions, events, implicit objects, custom tags, context
• Exposure to an industry-standard database (Oracle or Sybase) on a UNIX platform with awareness of database design and SQL scripting knowledge and performance tuning
• Awareness of application servers /webservers (Tomcat, Weblogic, JBoss and iPlanet)
• Work experience in testing frameworks like Junit, TestNG
• Creating unit test scripts for AngularJS components using standard frameworks
• Work experience on transactional applications for low latency, high availability uses is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and agile development environment and to learn new frameworks/stacks
• Hands on experience on Microservice Architecture
• Exposure on CI and CD pipeline
• Experience in build tools like Gradle, Maven
• Experience in DevOPS tools like Openshift, Kubernetes

Education

• 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 has the following disclosures: 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 review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.

Anticipated Posting Close Date: Jul 29, 2025

Most Relevant Skills: Please see the requirements listed above.