The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst 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. **Responsibilities** + Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and services, implementing enterprise-grade, large-scale data processing pipelines using Java and Spark + Build and optimize RESTful APIs to support front-end and third-party integrations. + Implement business logic, data processing, and system integrations. + Work with both SQL and NoSQL databases to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval. + Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions. + Ensure the performance, scalability, and security of backend systems. + Identify and resolve technical issues, bottlenecks, and bugs. + Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices. + Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and system testing to ensure quality deliverables. + Stay updated with emerging backend technologies and apply them to improve systems. **Required Skills and Qualifications** + Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. + Experience: 12+ years of professional experience in Java backend development. + Technical Skills: + Strong proficiency in Java (version 8 or higher) and object-oriented programming. + Experience with Spring Framework for building enterprise-grade backend applications. + Expertise in designing and developing RESTful APIs with best practices. + Proficiency with SQL and big data technologies like Hadoop, Hive, Kafka, or Spark. + Experience with version control systems like Git. + Knowledge of build tools such as Maven or Gradle. + Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies. + Soft Skills: + Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. + Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. + Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. **Preferred Skills** + Familiarity with microservices architecture and design patterns. + Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes or Openshift. + Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins. + Experience with database technologies like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Couchbase. + Familiarity with security best practices for backend systems and APIs. **Education:** + Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience + Master’s degree 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 (https://www.citigroup.com/citi/accessibility/application-accessibility.htm)_ _._ _View Citi’s_ _EEO Policy Statement (https://www.citigroup.com/global/eeo-aa-policy)_ _and the_ _Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)_ _poster._ Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.