Application Developer

Job Overview

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participating in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The primary objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk assessment, applications development, and model development.
• Establish and implement new or revised application systems and programs to meet specific business needs.
• Monitor and control all phases of the development process including analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation.
• Provide user and operational support for applications to business users.
• Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems and issues.
• Evaluate business processes, system processes, and industry standards, and make informed judgments.
• Recommend and develop security measures and conduct post-implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality.
• Consult with users, clients, and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and assist with customer exposure systems.
• Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes.
• Serve as an advisor or coach to new or lower-level analysts.
• Operate with a limited level of direct supervision and exercise independence of judgment and autonomy.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to senior stakeholders and/or other team members.
• Appropriately assess risk when making business decisions, demonstrating 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, and escalating, managing, and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of relevant experience using Core Java, Spark, and Big Data Technologies such as HDFC and Hive.
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive development expertise in building high-scaled and performant software platforms for data computation and processing.
• Experience in software development with a strong focus on Core Java and Spark.
• Expert-level knowledge of core Java concepts and frameworks such as Spring Boot, Microservices, and proficiency in OOPs concepts and design patterns.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Spark (using Java).
• Experience with caching solutions like Pinot, Redis, etc.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle DB, including schema design and query optimization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong computer science fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, databases, and operating systems.
• Highly experienced with Unix-based operating systems and shell scripting.
• Hands-on experience in writing SQL queries.
• Experience with source code management tools such as Bitbucket, Git, etc.
• Experience working within the banking domain, such as pricing or risk, is a plus.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience.

This job description provides a high-level overview 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