Hiring: Lead Software Engineer – Java, Microservices & Cloud - Vice President Company: Citi Location: Tampa, FL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-09 17:57:53 Employment Type: Full‑time Target Skills & Keywords : Java (Functional Programming, Spring Boot, Reactive Frameworks), Kafka, MongoDB, Spring WebFlux, Kubernetes, Docker, ElasticSearch, Test‑Driven Development (TDD), Behavior‑Driven Development (BDD), Load Balancing, Caching, Database Optimization, Parallel Processing, Concurrency, Leadership, Coaching, Cross‑team Collaboration, Adaptability, Cloud Technologies **Experience** - 6‑10 years of experience in Applications Development or systems analysis. - Proven track record of programming, delivering complex projects, and driving process improvements. **Required Skills** - Strong Java expertise with Spring Boot and reactive programming. - Hands‑on experience with Kafka, MongoDB, Spring WebFlux, Kubernetes, Docker, and ElasticSearch. - Deep understanding of microservices architecture and design. - Proficiency in TDD, BDD, load balancing, caching strategies, database optimization, and concurrent/parallel processing. - Demonstrated leadership, project management, and mentoring abilities. - Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate across teams and adapt quickly. **Qualifications** - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Master’s degree preferred. - Certifications in Cloud technologies and Java are highly preferred. - Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Applications Development. - Strong analytical mindset with a focus on risk assessment and compliance. **Compensation** - Salary range: **$113,840 – $170,760** per year. - Eligible for discretionary and formulaic incentive/retention awards. - Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life/accident/disability insurance, wellness programs, and generous paid time off. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a forward‑thinking team!