Citi
Technology
JavaBackendEngineer
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“Java Backend Engineer at Citi. Skills: Java, Spring, Kafka, Microservices. Design software solutions. Develop software solutions”
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills; analytical skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Java J2EE, Spring based technology stack, Kafka, SQL, Oracle database, system design, microservices architecture, trunk-based development, feature flags, progressive delivery strategies, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, code reviews, vulnerability assessments, secure coding, OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker, problem-solving skills, agile environments, communication skills, collaboration skills
Nice to Have
Apache Camel expertise, Active/IBM MQ, event-driven architecture, distributed systems, performance tuning, observability, production monitoring, Agile frameworks, SWIFT messaging, TIBCO EMS
What You'll Do.
Design software solutions
Develop software solutions
Maintain software solutions
Write maintainable code
Follow SOLID principles
Ensure unit test coverage
Follow trunk-based development
Monitor development process
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate effectively in agile environments; Foster a culture of continuous delivery; Foster a culture of continuous improvement
Communication Scope
communication; collaboration
Full Job Description
**_About the Role_** We are looking for a highly skilled and hands-on Software Engineer to work on modern engineering practices and technology transformation within our teams. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-quality software solutions while ensuring best-in-class engineering standards, including trunk-based development, test automation, security, and modern ways of working. This role requires good understanding of system design, hands-on coding, and strong problem-solving skills to create resilient, high-performing, and secure applications. **_Key Responsibilities_** **Software Development & System Design** • Develop clean, maintainable, and testable code following SOLID principles and software design best practices. • Ensure high levels of unit test coverage, test-driven development (TDD), and behavior-driven development (BDD). • Actively contribute to hands-on coding, code reviews, and refactoring to maintain high engineering standards. • Follow trunk-based development practices to enable continuous integration and rapid delivery. • Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users. • Operate with a limited level of direct supervision. **Engineering Excellence & Best Practices** • Working experience of modern engineering ways of working, including Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD. • Apply Behavior-Driven Development (BDD), Test-Driven Development (TDD), and unit testing to ensure code quality and functionality. • Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices in readability, performance, and security. • Follow secure coding practices, performing vulnerability assessments and ensuring compliance with security standards. • Collaborate effectively in agile environments, embracing DevOps principles and fostering a culture of continuous delivery and impro
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