Java Backend & Microservices Development Manager – Vice President

Citi

. Lead, manage, and mentor a team of backend developers in a fast-paced, Agile environment .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeIrving • Florida • United StatesLead💰 $125,760 - $188,640 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend software development with a strong focus on Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor developers, and drive innovation in AI/ML integration and deployment.

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Java DevelopmentSpring Boot FrameworkMicroservices ArchitectureTechnical LeadershipAPI Design

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Hard Skills

Backend Software DevelopmentRESTful API DesignRelational DatabasesNoSQL DatabasesContainerizationMLOps PrinciplesData Processing FrameworksMessage BrokersAgile MethodologiesSoftware Development Principles

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationMentoringCollaborationFeedback Provision

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesPostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBApache KafkaRabbitMQAWSGoogle CloudAzure

Industry Keywords

Financial Services TechnologyAI/ML IntegrationCode Quality Best PracticesSoftware Development LifecycleEmerging Trends in Backend Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ApacheAWSAzureCassandraCloudDockerElasticSearchJavaKafkaKubernetesMicroservicesMongoDBMySQLNoSQLPostgresPythonPyTorchRabbitMQScikit-LearnSparkSpringSpring BootSpringBootTensorflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, manage, and mentor a team of backend developers in a fast-paced, Agile environment
Architect and design robust, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices principles
Ensure systems are secure, reliable, and ready for future growth
Collaborate with data scientists and machine learning engineers to integrate and deploy AI/ML models into production
Design APIs and data pipelines to support real-time inferencing and model retraining
Oversee the full software development lifecycle from requirements gathering and technical design to coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance
Champion best practices for code quality, unit testing, integration testing, and CI/CD
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback
Work with product managers, stakeholders, and engineering teams to define technical requirements, set priorities, and ensure timely feature delivery
Stay current with emerging trends in backend development, artificial intelligence, and machine learning
Drive innovation by prototyping new ideas and evaluating new tools
Shape technology strategy at scale and lead engineering teams within Citi's Operations Servicing organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with a strong command of Java
3+ years of experience in a technical leadership or lead developer role, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects
Extensive experience with the Spring Framework, particularly Spring Boot, for building microservices
Solid understanding of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Proficient in designing and building RESTful APIs and event-driven systems
Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra)
Experience with message brokers such as Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ
Strong understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and Agile methodologies
Hands-on experience in developing applications that consume or interact with AI/ML models
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure) and their AI/ML services
Basic knowledge of Python and common machine learning libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
Experience with MLOps principles and tools for model deployment and monitoring
Knowledge of data processing frameworks like Apache Spark or Apache Flink
Experience with search and analytics engines like Elasticsearch
Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills
A passion for building intelligent systems and a desire to make an impact
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Familiarity with industry standards and best practices relevant to financial services technology environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Access to emerging technologies such as AI-assisted development tooling and modern cloud-native architectures
Competitive compensation and financial wellbeing benefits
Wellbeing and family support programs
Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays
Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards may be available for eligible employees
Access to Citi's global network of technology teams
Strategic ownership of a high-visibility engineering function within Citi's Operations Servicing organization