Java Developer - Rates Technology
At a glance
Mid-level Backend Engineering role at Citi. Mississauga Ontario Canada · full-time · CA$94,300–CA$141,500 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and test server-side applications that turn Rates desk workflows into practical software solutions
- Shape server architecture and review proposed designs for scale, resilience and alignment with technical standards
- Deliver complex technology projects through deployment while improving development practices and code quality
- Investigate escalated production incidents as a third-line contact, beyond the first- and second-line teams
- Assess technical and business risks, follow required controls, and raise control issues transparently
What you bring
- At least four years developing enterprise applications professionally
- Hands-on Java server development with SpringBoot, Quarkus and reactive programming
- Experience building high-throughput, low-latency microservices and using Kafka, Solace or MongoDB
- Practical work with CI/CD, Tekton, and container platforms such as OpenShift or Kubernetes
- A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, plus experience in a desk-facing financial services role
Who this fits
This role suits a hands-on mid-level backend developer who can work directly with Rates trading desks and support complex delivery. It is hybrid in Canada and includes third-line production support. Strong mathematical ability and interest in learning financial derivatives are important; Rates Derivatives knowledge is an advantage.
From the employer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Application Developer to join our dynamic Rates Technology team. This position is responsible for the development of new and revised applications. The candidate will perform in-depth application systems analysis and programming, collaborating closely with various technology and business teams globally to deliver robust and efficient software solutions.
As an Application Developer, you will be at the forefront of our technology initiatives, contributing directly to the systems that support our Rates trading business. Your primary duties will involve a hands-on server side development and delivering quality software solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Business Collaboration: You will work in close partnership with the Rates trading desks to thoroughly understand their requirements and workflow challenges. A key part of your role will be to translate these complex business needs into intuitive, efficient, and user-centric server side solutions.
- Server Development: You will be responsible designing scalable server architecture, writing high-quality code, and conducting comprehensive testing to ensure functionality meets business specifications.
- Process Improvement: You will actively contribute to the continual improvement of our software development lifecycle (SDLC). This involves refining development methodologies, enhancing code quality standards, and adopting best practices to increase efficiency and product reliability.
- Project Delivery: Leveraging your hands-on development skills and deep technical expertise, you will play a crucial role in delivering large-scale, complex technology projects from conception through to deployment.
- Production Support: You will serve as a third-line support contact for the production system, handling escalated issues that require deep technical analysis. This role is supported by dedicated 24/7 first and second-line support teams who manage initial incident response.
Detailed Responsibilities:
Technical Analysis: Meticulously review and analyze proposed technical solutions for new and existing projects to ensure they are robust, scalable, and aligned with architectural standards. Business Integration: Develop a comprehensive knowledge of how different areas of the business integrate and function to accomplish strategic goals, ensuring that technology solutions enhance these processes. Innovation: Actively impact the future of Applications Development by identifying opportunities for innovation, researching emerging trends, and adapting cutting-edge technologies to deliver best-in-class software solutions. Standards and Procedures: Ensure all essential development and operational procedures are strictly followed. Risk and Compliance Management:
- Appropriately assess risk when making business and technical decisions, giving particular consideration to the firm's reputation and the safeguarding of Citigroup, its clients, and its assets.
- Drive compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations by adhering to company policies and applying sound ethical judgment in all personal and business conduct.
- Proactively escalate, manage, and report control issues with complete transparency.
- Proactively practice culture of accountability to maintain essential standards.
Knowledge and Experience
- Development Experience: A minimum of 4+ years of in-depth professional development experience, with a dominant focus on building sophisticated enterprise applications.
- Server-Side Technologies: Extensive, hands-on experience in Java, SpringBoot, Quarkus and reactive programming paradigms.
- API and Microservices Development: Proven experience in developing high-throughput, low-latency systems, including building microservices.
- Core Technology Stack: Extensive practical experience with a range of essential back-end and middleware technologies, specifically including Kafka, Solace, and MongoDB.
- DevOps and Deployment: Demonstrable experience with modern CI/CD pipelines and tools, such as Tekton, and container orchestration platforms like OpenShift and Kubernetes.
- Professional Skills:
- A self-starting individual with prior experience working in a fast-paced, desk-facing role within a financial services environment.
- Exposure to and appreciation for software quality techniques such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and application performance profiling.
- A strong mathematical aptitude and a genuine ambition to learn the complex mathematics associated with financial derivatives.
- Excellent aptitude for analysis and a methodical, effective approach to problem-solving.
- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail, strong self-motivation, and a persistent willingness to learn and adapt.
- Business Knowledge: Prior knowledge of the Rates Derivatives business is preferred and will be a significant advantage.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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