Opportunity Backend Engineering work from LinkedIn, X, Reddit and Upwork, in one list. Find me work
techroles

Java Developer with Kotlin (Prime Brokerage Technology)

Citi Open
Hybrid Tampa Florida United States Full-time Mid-level Backend Engineering

At a glance

Mid-level Backend Engineering role at Citi. Tampa Florida United States · full-time · $96,960–$145,440 base.

SalaryStated by Citi
$96,960 – $145,440
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleBackend Engineering
SeniorityMid-level
LocationTampa Florida United States
WorkplaceHybrid
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$96,960–$145,440
PostedOct 5, 2026
Role brief

techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Build Java and Kotlin components for the Core Prime Brokerage platform
  • Improve CI/CD and add automated tests as part of agile development
  • Help shape designs and estimates, then split planned work into technical tasks
  • Clarify requirements with business analysts and stakeholders, and keep project and technical records current
  • Support production systems by diagnosing faults, delivering enhancements and improving reliability

What you bring

  • You have five to eight years of relevant experience in software development
  • Java and test-driven development are essential to the role
  • You bring experience analyzing and programming software applications
  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required

Who this fits

This intermediate-level role suits a developer comfortable working with limited direct supervision and contributing to peer reviews and junior colleagues’ development. The position is hybrid, with Tampa, Florida named as its primary location.

From the employer

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

Prime Brokerage Technology provides solutions that underpin the operations of our clients and traders that provide the foundation of our Prime Finance business. This is an area of great opportunity and is a major growth target for Citi – with technology providing the key to unlock this potential.



Responsibilities:

  • Actively develop and deliver components for the Core Prime Brokerage platform using Java/Kotlin.
  • Contribute to agile development by improving CI/CD practices and implementing automated testing.
  • Participate in design, planning, and estimation discussions, breaking down work into technical tasks.
  • Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to refine and clarify requirements.
  • Create and maintain project and technical documentation.
  • Assist in identifying and communicating potential risks and issues for assigned tasks.
  • Participate in production support, including diagnosing issues, implementing enhancements, and improving system reliability.
  • Collaborate with a global team, conduct peer reviews, and mentor junior analysts and graduates.

Technical Experience:

  • Java & Test-Driven Development are essential.
  • Experience in any number of additional technologies (listed below) is advantageous:
  • Kotlin
  • Cloud Technologies (Kubernetes, Open Shift)
  • Messaging Technologies (Kafka, Solace, TIBCO)
  • Database / Data Store / Data Query Technologies (SQL Server, Trino, Mongo, S3)
  • Observability Technologies (OpenTelemetry, Elastic Stack / ELK, Grafana)

Recommended Qualifications:

  • 5-8 years of relevant experience
  • 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
  • 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.


Responsibilities:

  • Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
  • 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
  • Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
  • Recommend and develop security measures in 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 install and assist customer exposure systems
  • Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
  • Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
  • Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
  • Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
  • Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular 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 regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

------------------------------------------------------

Job Family Group:

Technology

------------------------------------------------------

Job Family:

Applications Development

------------------------------------------------------

Time Type:

Full time

------------------------------------------------------

Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

------------------------------------------------------

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$96,960.00 - $145,440.00


In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

------------------------------------------------------

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

------------------------------------------------------

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

------------------------------------------------------

Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Oct 12, 2026

------------------------------------------------------

Automated Processing and AI


We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.

Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.

Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right

------------------------------------------------------

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.

View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.

Opportunity

Backend Engineering work from LinkedIn, X, Reddit and Upwork, in one list.

Each morning you get everything that fits, strongest first.

Backend Engineering$90k+

Find me work

By the team behind techroles.

Find me work
Opportunity

Backend Engineering work from LinkedIn, X, Reddit and Upwork, in one list.

Each morning you get everything that fits, strongest first.

Find me work

By the team behind techroles.