Lead Java Back End Developer Vice President

Citi

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Irving, TX
Salary
$125,760–$188,640 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Nov 30, 2026

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This role $157k
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This role pays less than 63% of similar roles. Most pay $143,150–$186,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $157k versus about $165k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · Lead Java Back End Developer Vice President

Lead Java Back End Developer - Vice President will join the Credit Risk Technology team to lead a group of engineers in designing, developing, and deploying high-performance software solutions for Counterparty Credit Risk Management. This role involves hands-on development, architectural oversight, and mentoring while managing project lifecycles from conception to maintenance. The candidate will build systems providing an integrated view of trades, collateral, and market data to manage exposure to financial institutions, governments, and corporates. Key technical requirements include proficiency in Java, microservices, APIs, containerization using Docker and Kubernetes, and serverless architectures across cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP. Additionally, the role requires experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, CI/CD pipelines, and integrating AI/ML tools such as GenAI to enhance limit monitoring, stress testing analysis, and escalation workflows within the credit risk domain.

What you'll do

  • Design, architect, and develop high-performance software solutions for Counterparty Credit Risk Management.
  • Lead a team of engineers by providing technical guidance, mentoring, and conducting code reviews.
  • Integrate AI/ML tools and GenAI capabilities into risk management products and development processes.
  • Implement modern tech stacks including cloud-native, microservices, serverless architectures, and containerization.
  • Translate complex business requirements from stakeholders into scalable technical designs and architectural standards.
  • Oversee the end-to-end delivery of software projects from conception through deployment and maintenance.
  • Manage project resources and timelines to ensure high-quality delivery of risk management solutions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in software development with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong hands-on programming skills in Java and related technologies.
  • Extensive experience with modern tech stacks including cloud platforms, microservices, APIs, containerization, and serverless computing.
  • Proven experience leveraging AI/ML tools and technologies like GenAI and machine learning frameworks for large-scale applications.
  • Deep understanding of software architecture patterns, data structures, algorithms, SQL/NoSQL databases, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience in the financial services industry, particularly in credit risk or market risk (preferred).
  • Certifications in cloud platforms or specific AI/ML technologies (preferred).

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