Full Stack Engineer (Java or Kotlin or Python) - VP

Citigroup Inc.
Greater London, UK
26 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Franchise
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Automation of Tests Continuous Delivery Continuous Integration DevOps Python (Programming Language) OpenShift Systems Development Life Cycle Software Deployment Software Engineering Web Application Frameworks Trunk-based Development
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Backend Kotlin Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology Front End Software Development Streamlit Framework Microservices

Job description

  • Design & Develop: Iteratively develop robust, high-performance software solutions from initial concept through to production deployment, directly impacting trader efficiency and capabilities.
  • Business Acumen & Product Ownership: Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, demonstrating a keen understanding of business drivers and a strong product owner mindset. You will translate complex requirements into technical specifications and innovative solutions that address critical trading needs. Functionally, this role will directly support the Strategic Equity Solutions (SES) business.
  • Code Excellence: Produce clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices and contributing to a high-quality codebase.
  • Engineering Leadership: Champion and share best engineering practices, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and mentor junior colleagues across the wider technology team. Technically, you will be an integral part of the ABS team.
  • Innovation & Adaptation: Proactively evaluate and integrate new technologies, including AI tooling, to maintain a leading edge in our solutions.
  • Full Lifecycle Ownership: Take ownership of the entire software development lifecycle, from design and development to testing, deployment, and monitoring in a DevOps-centric environment.

Requirements

Citi is seeking an accomplished and highly motivated Vice President (VP) level developer to join our Strategic Equity Solutions (SES) team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the creation of greenfield services focused on enhancing trader workflow tooling. As a key member of an agile, self-organizing team, you will have direct engagement with business users globally, offering substantial autonomy in technology decisions. Our team is committed to continuous delivery, owning the entire pipeline to production, and striving for frequent releases that drive immediate business value., We are looking for a versatile and experienced professional. This position can be tailored to a Full Stack Developer or a dedicated Backend Developer, depending on the candidate’s core strengths and career aspirations., * Backend Expertise (Mandatory for Backend Role, Highly Desired for Full Stack):

  • Strong proficiency in modern backend languages such as Kotlin and/or Python.
  • Extensive experience with microservices architecture and developing scalable, resilient services.
  • Demonstrated experience deploying and managing applications within containerization platforms like Kubernetes and OpenShift.
  • Frontend Expertise:
  • Experienced in Python-based frontend frameworks (e.g., Dash, Streamlit, or other relevant Python web frameworks) would be desirable.
  • DevOps & Modern SDLC:
  • Deep understanding and practical application of DevOps principles, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and trunk-based development.
  • A strong commitment to fully automated testing and continuous integration.
  • Domain Knowledge:
  • Prior experience with front office applications and an understanding of trading workflows, financial instruments, or market data will be a significant advantage.
  • Educational Background:
  • Bachelor’s degree or University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in a similar role.

Benefits & conditions

By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

  • 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • A discretional annual performance related bonus
  • Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pension Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
  • Access to an array of learning and development resources

About the company

Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance - we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities., Equities Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi-year transformation to build a best-in-class global platform across execution, prime, clearing and cross-product margining. We are re-engineering our technology estate to achieve world-leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities in advanced execution, global market connectivity, and modernised post-trade, clearing and margin processes. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise. As part of the team, you’ll collaborate closely with high-calibre engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of Equities technology at Citi., Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.

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