Assistant Vice President Backend Engineering Lead

Citi

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Irving, TX
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TL;DR · Assistant Vice President Backend Engineering Lead

The Backend Engineering Lead(Java, Microservices & DevOps) - Assistant Vice President is an intermediate level position within the Applications Development team. This role involves participating in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems while performing hands-on programming and system analysis. The individual will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and microservices using Java and Spring Boot, while building RESTful APIs and enterprise-grade distributed systems. Key responsibilities include managing CI/CD pipelines, implementing observability tools for anomaly detection, and integrating AI/ML capabilities or third-party AI services into workflows. The role requires proficiency in DevOps tools, automated testing frameworks, and database query optimization. The candidate will also lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and ensure adherence to security guidelines and regulatory compliance while solving complex problems related to high availability and performance tuning.

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
  • Build and enhance secure, high-performance RESTful APIs and enterprise-grade distributed systems.
  • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable application deployments.
  • Integrate AI/ML capabilities or third-party AI services into backend applications for automation and analytics.
  • Develop and maintain robust automated testing frameworks using AI-driven techniques.
  • Monitor applications using modern observability tools and perform root cause analysis for production support.
  • Optimize database queries and improve overall application performance and high availability.
  • Mentor junior developers and lead efforts in system design, code reviews, and best practices.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree, university degree, or equivalent experience.
  • 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 and project management techniques/methods.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes.
  • Hands-on experience with Java programming and DevOps tools and technologies.
  • Experience developing backend services using Spring Boot and building RESTful APIs.

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