Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst

Citi Commercial Bank (CCB) provides global banking capabilities and services around the world to mid-sized, globally oriented companies across all stages of their growth. This job opening will help CCB to build sophisticated solutions that will be targeting 100% digitalization and automation of the applications.

Responsibilities of this role are being full stack hands-on programmer, and leading, building and supporting the banking applications. As a leader and integral part of a team, candidate is expected to have good analytical thinking, problem solving, good programming/technical fundamentals, eagerness to learn new technologies/concepts, and develop high-quality architecture solutions. Candidate must be open to accept challenges and suggestions.

Required skills:

- Strong Core Java, Spring, and functional programming hands-on experience.

- Strong front-end development hands-on experience, preferable in React-JS.

- Strong experience in data modeling and experience with relational and no-SQL database, Oracle and MongoDB.

- Understanding of microservices architecture, including service discovery, API gateways, and inter-service communication.

- Understanding of integrating APIs with third party libraries/vendors and handle the security around it.

- Manage global technology teams, stakeholders, and various partners to identify and deliver technology needs and make recommendations to business decision-makers.

- Evaluate risk and controls issues, evaluate adherence against it, and ensure strict compliance to the security of the applications.

- Manage the Citi’s technology infrastructure, including software, hardware, and procured products.

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the technology department, including troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.

- Keep up to date with new and emerging technologies and recommend how they can be leveraged to improve business operations.

- Knowledge of security practices in distributed systems, including encryption, authentication, authorization, and secure communication.

- Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.

Other areas (required):

6-10 years of relevant experience in full stack development.

- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve issues in distributed environments.

- Exceptional skills in monitoring, logging, and debugging distributed systems to ensure reliability and performance.

- Expertise in fundamental concepts such as consistency, availability, partition tolerance, fault tolerance, and scalability.

- Familiarity with container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes), and distributed messaging systems (e.g., Kafka).

- Experience using Git/Bitbucket.

- Excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation (includes PowerPoint creations), and interpersonal skills.

Other areas (good to have):

- Knowledge of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Large Language Models (LLMs).

- Working experience in financial industry as a technologist.

- Experience or knowledge of in Commercial Banking.

Qualifications:

- 6-10 years of relevant experience in the Financial Service industry

- Experience as Applications Development Manager

- Experience as senior level in an applications Development role

- Stakeholder and people management experience

- Demonstrated leadership skills

- Proven project management skills

- Basic knowledge of industry practices and standards

- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Education:

- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

- Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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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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Primary Location:

Irving Texas United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$125,760.00 - $188,640.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Oct 27, 2025

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