Citi

Senior Backend Java Developer

Mississauga Ontario Canada Full time

Overview of the Role:

 

This role involves building and supporting critical banking applications. As an experienced Java Developer, the candidate is expected to demonstrate strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, solid programming/technical fundamentals, and an eagerness to learn new technologies and concepts. The candidate must be open to embracing challenges and new ideas.

 

Responsibilities:

 

Resolve high-impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards.
Apply advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and contribute to developing 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.
Contribute to mentoring junior developers and analysts.
Assess risk and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment, and escalating control issues with transparency.

 

Qualifications:

 

5-8 years experience in a Software Development role focusing on Java/Spring/Spring Boot development for Backend applications. Ability to work independently or within groups on projects assigned.

 

Backend Development (Required):

 

Experience in developing low latency and high throughput APIs using Java, Spring and Spring Boot.
Strong Core Java and functional programming experience.
Strong experience in data modeling and experience with relational and NoSQL databases, specifically Oracle and MongoDB.
Responsible for server-side design & development.
Development of common, reusable components and services.

 

Other areas (Required):

 

Experience using Git/BitBucket.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Good troubleshooting skills.

 

Other areas (Good to have):

 

Unix shell scripting.
Knowledge of ElasticSearch, and GraphQL.
Knowledge of OpenShift Container Platform.
Knowledge of Hazelcast or Redis.
Java memory management.
Prior experience with building distributed, multi-tier applications is highly desirable.
Experience with building apps which are highly performant and scalable will be great.
Knowledge of AI/ML, LLMs.

 

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 Full Time Salary Range:

$94,300.00 - $141,500.00

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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