Citi

Senior Java DBA Engineer

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3 days ago
Pune, IndiaSenior

Responsibilities

  • Implement Prime Brokerage solutions across FX and Equities using modern cloud-native technologies and development workflows.
  • Design, develop, test, and improve application features, system architecture, scalability, automation, and product quality.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across trading, quantitative, product, payments, end-user, and technology teams to deliver data-driven solutions.
  • Build new systems, replace legacy systems, and renovate existing applications.
  • Provide third-line support for production systems and troubleshoot software, hardware, and network issues.
  • Define and implement departmental engineering best practices and maintain transparent, consistent processes.
  • Ensure adherence to documented policies and procedures and maintain current supporting documentation.
  • Mentor junior team members and provide detailed technical analysis and feedback.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree or above, or equivalent education, in a STEM discipline.
  • Proven experience in software engineering and development with a strong understanding of computer systems.
  • Hands-on experience with Java and Spring.
  • Understanding of ultra-low-latency development practices and strong SQL/database skills.
  • Strong understanding of messaging technologies such as Kafka, Solace, and MQ, plus production-scale caching technologies.
  • Experience building new systems, replacing legacy systems, and modernizing existing systems.
  • Experience using AI coding tools such as Devin, Claude Code, and Codex to deliver production-grade applications.
  • Systems knowledge spanning software, hardware, and networks, with the ability to define solutions and troubleshoot issues.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical teams and enterprise stakeholders.
  • Highly credible hands-on engineering capability, including deep codebase analysis and constructive technical feedback.
  • FX knowledge is highly preferred; OpenShift, Kubernetes, and KDB knowledge are beneficial.
  • Awareness of industry trends and the ability to apply new technologies appropriately.

Benefits

  • Full-time position.
  • Work supports Citi’s global FX Technology organization across international teams and business operations.

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About Citi

10,000+ employees

Citi is a public financial-services company offering consumer and institutional banking, credit cards, wealth management, treasury and trade solutions, and capital-markets services. It serves individuals, corporations, financial institutions, and governments in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions, earning interest and fee income from lending, payments, trading, and advisory. Founded in 1812 and headquartered in New York, it trades on the NYSE under the ticker C.

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