Java Fullstack Developer

Citi is seeking a highly skilled and motivated C11-level Full-Stack Software Engineer with expertise in modern front-end frameworks (React/Angular) and robust back-end development. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining complex enterprise-level applications, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security, and requires a strong understanding of software architecture, clean code principles, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions in a fast-paced financial environment. Responsibilities: * Lead the design, development, and implementation of full-stack applications, from concept to deployment. * Develop responsive and high-performance user interfaces using React.js or Angular, ensuring a seamless user experience. * Build and maintain robust, scalable, and secure back-end services and APIs (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js) that integrate with various internal and external systems. * Write clean, well-documented, and testable code, adhering to best practices and coding standards. * Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and support. * Contribute to technical architecture decisions, ensuring solutions are aligned with enterprise standards and strategic goals. * Design and implement secure and efficient database schemas (SQL/NoSQL) and data access layers. * Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to improve development processes and application performance. * Ensure adherence to architectural principles, design patterns, and security guidelines. * Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, UX/UI designers, and other engineering teams to define requirements and deliver solutions. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. * Participate in code reviews, ensuring code quality, performance, and maintainability. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. * Drive continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices to streamline deployment pipelines. * Implement and maintain automated testing suites (unit, integration, end-to-end) to ensure high code quality and application stability. * Ensure all development activities comply with Citi's internal policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements. * Actively participate in security reviews and address any identified vulnerabilities. Qualifications: * 4-7 years of total experience with at least 2 years in a full-stack role. * Proven experience leading technical projects and mentoring team members. * Extensive experience with front-end development using modern JavaScript frameworks (React.js or Angular is mandatory). * Strong experience with back-end development using languages like Java (Spring Boot), Python (Django/Flask), or Node.js (Express). * Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra). * Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus. * Familiarity with financial industry concepts and regulatory requirements is highly desirable. * Expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3. * Proficiency in React.js (with Redux/Context API) or Angular (2+). * Strong command of at least one back-end language/framework (Java/Spring Boot preferred). * Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and API design principles. * Experience with version control systems (Git) and Agile development methodologies. * Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library, Karma, Jasmine, JUnit, Mockito). * Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges. * Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Leadership: Demonstrated leadership qualities, including the ability to guide teams, drive initiatives, and make sound technical decisions. * Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to changing project requirements. * Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, robust software. * Experience with performance optimization and tuning of full-stack applications. * Knowledge of message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). * Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools. * Experience working in a large, global enterprise environment, preferably in financial services. Education: * Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience 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. 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