Prime Service Tech is working on multi-year growth initiative and consent order data remediation deliverables and as part of it, we are expanding our platform offering to markets quants and product development to build analytics using Python, hosting new data platform, creating new data pipelines and building robust monitoring and observability capabilities for Prime Tech. The senior developer will work on building data pipelines, creating APIs to access data, working closely with product development and quants and other teams within Prime Services Technology.

The Big Data and 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. They will be responsible for frameworks and platforms and work with development managers and leads in that functional area and ensure common solutions and strategic architecture is consistently implemented across Prime & Clearing & Equities org and broader markets technology. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of multiple areas within a function and how they interact in order to achieve the objectives of the function. Applies in-depth understanding of the business impact of technical contributions. Strong commercial awareness is a necessity. Will be accountable for delivery of a full range of services to one or more businesses/ geographic regions. Excellent communication skills required in order to negotiate internally, often at a senior level.

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:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of hands on development experience in recent role(s)
• At least 5 years of working as a lead developer on JAVA backends
• Understanding of design patterns and hand on coding skills .
• Understanding of latest java versions along with Executor patterns , Stream API , Lambda etc. . Deep understanding of data structures also required along with basic principles of Java  .
• Understanding of Linux , Bash and basic scripting along basics like Unix group , hostgroup etc .
• Understanding of RDBMS vs NO  SQL vs Columnar Databases . Understanding of the file formats like Parquet , Avro , ORC, Iceberg etc. also required .
• Experience working on Microservice Architecture , Containerization and Orchestration .
• Working experience of using telemetry specifically open telemetry , ELK , Grafana , Prometheus etc. .
• Understanding of MQ and Kafka .
• Prior work experience working in Capital Markets trade processing is a plus
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Jersey City New Jersey United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$142,320.00 - $213,480.00

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.

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Most Relevant Skills

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Other Relevant Skills

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Sep 16, 2025

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