Lead Java Developer - VP (Belfast) reference: 25860139

The Account Master Central (AMC) team within Institutional Service Group (ISG) is seeking a core java senior developer to join our engineering team in Belfast, UK. Potential candidates MUST have experience with and are enthusiastic about developing all areas of middle-tier and back-end system programming. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: writing large scale Java programs in pure core Java to facilitate both batch and real-time processing. All processes will be deployed to Unix/Linux environments; therefore a working understanding of Unix/Linux is required.

ALL potential candidates MUST be able to work in a dynamic team environment which includes developers working with different technologies (other than Java such as C#/.NET and Unix) across multiple regions, and be able to integrate their application components with other team members. This is NOT a lead or architect position.

The Applications Development Senior position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.Responsibilities:

Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areasMonitor 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 usersUtilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgementRecommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionalityConsult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systemsEnsure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processesServe as advisor or coach to new or lower-level analystsHas the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.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.

Qualifications:

Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applicationsExperience in managing and implementing successful projectsWorking knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methodsAbility to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements

Technical Skills:

Strong experience in JAVA, Spring/Spring Boot/Spring Batch, SOAP/Restful ServicesStrong experience in SQL (Oracle). PL/SQL programming expertise is preferredStrong Software design SkillsGood experience in Micro-Service developmentStrong Experience with Messaging (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ)Experience with Graph DB(e.g. Neo4J) is a plusExpertise in Unix (Linux) commands & scriptingProcess and tools to produce well written low defect rate codeExperience of collaboration tools (source control)Good Knowledge & Experience on Workflow(e.g. JBPM) is a plus

Soft Skills:

Excellent aptitude for analysis and problem solvingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAttention to detailSelf-Motivated and willingness to learn as well as contribute to the wider team

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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