Java Applications Developer-Trade Management-Assistant Vice President

Responsible for the design and implementation of critical application systems within the Cash Securities and Trade Management domain, with a specialized focus on post-trade processing and settlement functionalities. This role drives innovation in applications development, ensuring robust, scalable, and ultra-low latency solutions for our dynamic financial environment, navigating complex regulatory landscapes and high-volume transaction flows. Key Responsibilities * Domain Expertise: Partner with front-office, middle-office, and operations teams to translate complex business requirements related to cash securities trading, post-trade lifecycle, and global settlements into resilient technical solutions. * High-Performance Architecture: Provide expertise in designing and optimizing applications for ultra-low latency trade processing, high-volume transaction throughput, and real-time settlement updates, ensuring adherence to overall architecture blueprint. * Regulatory & Compliance Adherence: Ensure application design and development proactively addresses evolving regulatory requirements specific to cash securities and settlements (e.g., T+1 settlement mandates, market infrastructure regulations). * Technical Leadership: Apply deep hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Framework, and Messaging Frameworks to build resilient and high-performing applications. * Problem Solving & Innovation: Resolve complex, high-impact problems related to trade breaks, settlement failures, payment discrepancies, and data integrity across the trade and settlement lifecycle through in-depth evaluation and innovative solutions. * Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with trading desks, operations, and compliance teams to integrate functions and support new product deployments in the cash securities space. Required Qualifications * 6-9 years of extensive experience in application development and systems analysis. * Good to have understanding of securities trading lifecycles, global settlement processes (e.g., T+1, T+2), clearing mechanisms, and related financial messaging protocols (e.g., SWIFT, FIX). * Proven expertise in Java, Spring Framework, and various Message Oriented Middleware (e.g., Kafka, IBM MQ, Tibco EMS) for building high-throughput, low-latency trading and settlement systems. * Strong background in Microservice Architecture and modern testing frameworks (Junit, TestNG), with experience in performance engineering and resilience patterns for critical financial infrastructure. * Experience in designing and implementing solutions for transactional applications with stringent low latency and high availability requirements. * Demonstrable experience leveraging AI Agents / Code Assist Tools for enhanced development efficiency. * Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication in a global financial context. * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's 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 \------------------------------------------------------ ## Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. \------------------------------------------------------ ## Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. \------------------------------------------------------ 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.