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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Securities Settlements Engineering Developer, Vice President - **Company:** Citi - **Location:** Jersey City, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $142,320.0 - $213,480.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Event-Driven Programming, Fault Tolerance, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, MongoDB, NoSQL, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Architecture, Trunk-based Development, High Performance Computing, Test-Driven Development (TDD), System Availability, Reliability of Systems, Kotlin, Event Driven Architecture, Solid Principles, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Low Latency, Apache Kafka, Software Coding, Code Restructuring, Docker, Vulnerability Analysis, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://citi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/2/job/Jersey-City-New-Jersey-United-States/Securities-Settlements-Engineering-Developer--Vice-President_26956033/apply ## About the Role Must-Have Skills: * 10+ years of total experience in financial services software development Programming - Kotlin, Python & Java System Architecture for real-time high throughput performance optimization + Microservices Architecture + Event Driven & Messaging Systems - Kafka or Solace + Low-Latency & High-Performance Computing + High Availability & Fault Tolerance + Data base - SQL (Oracle) and NoSQL (MongoDb) * Strong hands-on experience in coding (Java, Python, or any modern programming language). * Deep expertise in system design and microservices architecture. * Experience with trunk-based development, feature flags, and progressive delivery strategies. * Proficiency in TDD, BDD, and automation-first mindset to ensure high test coverage and reliability. * Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices. * Experience conducting code reviews, vulnerability assessments, and secure coding. * Familiarity with modern cloud-native technologies (AWS, Kubernetes, Docker). * Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to w Preferred to have: * Advanced Data and AI Integration- AI & ML Cloud & DevOps - Citi Engineering Excellence Standards Good-to-Have Skills: * Experience with event-driven architecture and distributed systems. * Knowledge of performance tuning, observability, and production monitoring. * Familiarity with Agile frameworks and modern ways of working in product development. ## Description We are looking for a highly skilled and hands-on Software Engineer to drive modern engineering practices and technology transformation within our teams. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-quality software solutions while ensuring best-in-class engineering standards, including trunk-based development, test automation, security, and modern ways of working. This role requires deep expertise in system design, hands-on coding, and strong problem-solving skills to create resilient, high-performing, and secure applications., Software Development & System Design * Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance applications. * Implement trunk-based development practices to enable continuous integration and rapid delivery. * Develop clean, maintainable, and testable code following SOLID principles and software design best practices. * Ensure high levels of unit test coverage, test-driven development (TDD), and behavior-driven development (BDD). * Actively contribute to hands-on coding, code reviews, and refactoring to maintain high engineering standards. Engineering Excellence & Best Practices * Drive the adoption of modern engineering ways of working, including Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD. * Advocate for automated testing, infrastructure as code, and continuous monitoring to enhance software reliability. * Apply Behavior-Driven Development (BDD), Test-Driven Development (TDD), and unit testing to ensure code quality and functionality. * Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices in readability, performance, and security. * Implement and enforce secure coding practices, performing vulnerability assessments and ensuring compliance with security standards. * Collaborate effectively in agile environments, embracing DevOps principles and fostering a culture of continuous delivery and improvement. Technical Leadership & Collaboration * Partner with architects, product owners, and cross-functional teams to design scalable and distributed systems. * Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of engineering excellence and continuous learning. * Collaborate closely with DevOps teams to optimize deployments, observability, and production resilience. * Lead technical discussions, contribute to design documentation, and provide guidance on modern software architectures. ## Related Videos - [Kotlin Multiplatform - True power of native code reuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/4-kotlin-multiplatform-true-power-of-native-code-reuse) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) - [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)