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# Applications Senior Technical Specialist - Assistant Vice President

- **Company:** Citi
- **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $96,960.0 - $145,440.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, JIRA, HTML5, Automation of Tests, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Static Program Analysis, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, IBM DB2, Relational Databases, Eclipse (Software), Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Hibernate (Java), High-Level Architecture, IntelliJ IDEA, Spring Framework, Junit, Apache Maven, Object-Relational Mapping, OpenShift, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, Software Tools, Software Engineering, SONAR (Symantec), SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Spring-boot, Software Application Programming, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Build Management, Gherkin, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Bitbucket, Restful APIs, Cucumber (Software), Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://citi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/2/job/Tampa-Florida-United-States/Applications-Senior-Technical-Specialist---Assistant-Vice-President_26987122/apply

## About the Role

* Good track record of relevant experience in design and development of Java based systems.
 * 10+ years' working experience in JAVA 17+, Core JAVA, J2EE, Spring/Spring Boot Restful Services
 * Databases - DB2/Oracle or equivalent with SQL, PL/SQL programming expertise.
 * Proficient in using AI tools such as Claude, Copilot, Devin.

 * Substantial experience in Core Java, Java EE and ReactJS / JavaScript / Typescript / CSS4 / HTML5.
 * Experience in working on multiple technologies and medium to complex systems, well versed with design standards & framework
 * Quick learner of new tools and technologies.
 * Able to work with distributed teams across multiple time zones.
 * Experience in event driven architecture and development of Spring Boot based components integrating with Kafka and MQ
 * Excellent knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL and ORM technologies (JPA2, Hibernate)
 * Tools - Well versed with IntelliJ/Eclipse
 * Test Driven development and automated testing tools like JUnit, Cucumber/ Gherkin; JIRA, Maven, Sonar
 * Experience in version control tools like GIT, Bitbucket.
 * Experience with Docker, RedHat OpenShift and Kubernetes
 * Experience with Continuous Integration systems such as Jenkins
 * Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle
 * Experience in Agile Development Methodologies with Scrum, sprint deliverables

EDUCATION

 * Bachelor's degree in computer science or related engineering.
 * Master's degree preferred

## Description

The Applications Development specialist 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 perform applications systems analysis and programming activities., * Conduct tasks related to 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 processes, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
 * Work closely with other technical and business teams across multiple locations to respond to technical enquiries, gather requirements and deliver technical solutions
 * Troubleshoot time-sensitive production issues by working with support teams and users to perform relevant diagnostics, identifying the cause and planning both short-term and long-term resolution
 * Analyze data and system outputs to determine the effectiveness of existing data flows
 * Translate business requirements into high-level software designs that are scalable, maintainable and use industry-and company-wide best practices.
 * Implement high-level designs into robust, secure, well-tested and fully maintainable software, involving both new and existing components as required
 * Use code reviews and static code analysis to improve the quality of code and highlight vulnerabilities early in the software development lifecycle
 * Write unit and integration tests for all code, ensuring it is tested to a high standard
 * Apply a security-by-design approach to development, using recommended controls and techniques to secure software, and remediate vulnerabilities where identified
 * Configure and adapt continuous delivery systems to ensure an optimal build and deployment pipeline
 * Deliver software enhancements to agreed timescales and in accordance with the prescribed policies and processes.
 * Ensure the right engineering standards are applied by the team at all stages of software development and maintain/evolving these as required.
 * Provide technical mentoring and advice to more junior members of the team, giving constructive feedback during code reviews and where appropriate.
 * Provide expertise in areas and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
 * Contribute to the team's documentation, ensuring data flows and components are well documented, as well as appropriate onboarding, troubleshooting and technical guides.
 * 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 developers
 * 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.


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