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Full Stack Senior Software Engineering Lead
Citi Markets Technology is going through a global technological and organizational transformation of their Equities trading platforms with the objective of replacing their legacy cash trading systems with state-of-the-art micro-frontends and micro-services implemented using the latest low-latency Java backend technologies, the latest web frameworks, and highly resilient real-time messaging infrastructure.
To that end, Citi is looking to recruit talented full stack engineers in APAC who are experienced hands in Java backend and web frontend development. The successful candidate will more than just contribute to the development and delivery of a next gen High-Touch trading platform but will also take a leading role in shaping the architecture, the aesthetics, and the design and code quality of the new platform globally. The successful candidate will lead a team of developers spread across APAC, and closely collaborate with the product development team on the trading side, other global technology teams, and the production support and quality assurance teams. Close alignment with the global strategy is required to ensure globally consistent products and excellent delivery quality.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop low-latency backend micro-services using the latest version of Java, AMPS, and Solace.
- Design and develop web trading frontends using React, Redux Toolkit, Tailwind, Finsemble, and AMPS.
- Implement strategic solutions for automated testing, platform monitoring, compliance controls, automated deployment, trade reconciliation, and application recovery.
- Partner with key members of the trading desk and the product team to help shape product features and enhance their usability.
- Contribute towards Agile and Continuous Integration processes.
- Develop and lead a team of developers using a very hands-on approach.
- Introduce and build a strong culture of development and test automation best practices and solutions.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of experience with strong technical expertise in Java.
- Previous experience in the React web framework.
- Practical understanding of object-oriented design principles.
- Able to demonstrate an excellent understanding of the latest development and design best practices for both micro-services and micro-frontends.
- Strong understanding of automated testing techniques and frameworks.
- Solid understanding of continuous integration processes.
o Able to self-learn new full stack development technologies proactively.
- Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a multicultural environment.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a global team.
- Familiarity with Equity trading products and concepts.
- Knowledge of Typescript, Redux, and Tailwind would be beneficial.
- Proven leadership skills.
- Ability to take on other job-related responsibilities as required.
Education:
- University degree in a science, engineering, or computing discipline.
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This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
How You’ll Succeed
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Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a family of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
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