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Lead Full Stack Java Developer

Citi Careers

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
Posted Oct 04, 2025
Hybrid

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About the role

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 implement application systems using Java and Spring Boot, leveraging its features for rapid development and deployment.
  • Architect and implement microservices-based solutions, considering factors such as service discovery, inter-service communication, and data consistency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product owners, QA, and other development teams, to ensure seamless integration and drive innovation.
  • Provide technical leadership in Java and Spring Boot development, guiding other engineers on best practices and promoting efficient development strategies.
  • Develop and maintain coding standards, testing procedures, and debugging techniques specifically for Spring Boot applications.
  • Contribute to the overall architecture, ensuring that solutions align with business goals and integrate effectively with other technologies.
  • Optimize Spring Boot applications for performance and stability, addressing issues related to scalability, security, and maintainability.
  • Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior and mid-level developers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
  • Implement continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to streamline the software development process.
  • Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues in development and production environments.
  • Ensure compliance with security and data protection standards in all software development activities.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives).
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.

Requirements

  • Typically 6-10 years of progressive experience in software development, with a strong focus on Java and Spring Boot.
  • Solid expertise in Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, and Spring Security.
  • Proficiency in building and consuming RESTful APIs.
  • Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and JPA/Hibernate.
  • Familiarity with unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito) and test-driven development (TDD).
  • Experience with build tools such as Maven or Gradle.
  • Understanding of microservices architecture and design patterns.
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration in an agile team environment.

Benefits

  • 401k matching
  • Health insurance
  • Flight privileges

About the Company

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Job Details

Salary Range

$120,800 - $170,800/yearly

Location

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Employment Type

Hybrid

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