About the role

What will you do at Citi?

The Opportunity Are you ready to move beyond just writing code and start leading

the technical vision? We are searching for a Lead Java Developer to orchestrate

the development of mission-critical applications. In this role, you'll be both a

master coder and a technical commander, guiding projects from the drawing board

to a successful launch. You will lead feasibility studies, planning, and

execution, acting as the primary technical authority for your team and senior

stakeholders. If you're a seasoned Java expert with a passion for data and a

talent for leadership, this is your opportunity to define and deliver the next

generation of our technology.

What You'll Do

Lead the Charge: Take full
ownership of the technical design and execution for key application development
projects. You will monitor and control all phases of the development process,
from analysis and design to construction, testing, and implementation. Architect
the Future: Act as the lead Subject Matter Expert (SME) for senior stakeholders
and team members, translating complex business needs into robust, scalable, and
secure technical solutions. Set the Standard: Define and enforce essential
operating standards, development processes, and security best practices for the
entire team. Master & Mentor: Provide expert-level guidance on Java, data
analysis, and SQL optimization, while serving as an advisor and coach to a team
of talented developers, elevating their skills and ensuring technical
excellence. Drive Project Success: Utilize your experience in project management
to manage and implement successful projects, ensuring they meet business needs
and are delivered on time. Ensure Integrity: 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. Recommended

Qualifications

6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems
analysis role Leadership Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience with a
proven track record of leading successful software projects from start to
finish. Technical Mastery: A deep and authoritative command of Java for backend
development. Data & SQL Expertise: Exceptional skills in data analysis and SQL,
with the ability to design and optimize complex data models and queries.
Strategic Vision: Experience in managing and implementing successful projects,
with a working knowledge of consulting and project management techniques.
Communication Skills: The ability to consult with users, clients, and other
technology groups on complex issues and recommend advanced programming
solutions. Nice to Haves: Deep familiarity with event-driven architectures and
NoSQL databases such as Kafka, MongoDB, and Couchbase is highly desirable. Why
Join Us? This role is for a leader who wants to shape technology and mentor
talent. You will have the autonomy to guide technical direction, the challenge
of solving our most complex problems, and the satisfaction of seeing your vision
come to life. If you are ready to lead, innovate, and inspire, we invite you to
apply. Education • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Computer Science,
Electrical Engineering etc..). • Master’s degree in a technical field is
preferred. This job description provides a high-level review of the types of
work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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Technology ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family:
Applications Development ------------------------------------------------------
Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location: Tampa Florida United States
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Time Salary Range: $113,840.00 - $170,760.00 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 visit citibenefits.com. 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: Jul 13, 2026 ------------------------------------------------------ Citi
is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive
consideration without regard to their 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.

Which skills does this role require?

Systems AnalysisSoftware ProgrammingProject ManagementApplication DesignSystem Flow AnalysisCoding StandardsTestingDebuggingImplementationLeadershipRisk AssessmentWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationSoftware EngineeringArchitecture BlueprintInfrastructureSMECodingRisk ManagementComplianceSystem FlowBusiness Process EvaluationJavaSQLAccessibility

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