Title: Java Software Engineer — Digital Banking
Description:
Citi is hiring a Java Software Engineer to join a cross-functional Agile team building customer-facing banking and credit card features across web and mobile digital channels. In this role, you will develop and test full-stack applications using Angular and Java Spring Boot, contributing across every stage of the software development lifecycle. Your work will directly shape the digital experiences used by millions of Citi customers every day.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain Java Spring Boot microservices and Angular web frontend applications that deliver customer-facing banking and credit card features across digital channels.
Translate application designs into secure, stable, and maintainable code across Angular and Java Spring Boot platforms, taking full ownership of assigned features from development through to production.
Develop and maintain automated and manual test scripts using a Behavior Driven Development framework, executing scripts and recording results in a test management tool to ensure quality at every stage.
Leverage AI-assisted tools such as GitHub Copilot to accelerate Java Spring Boot development, unit test creation, API scaffolding, and Angular component generation.
Participate in all Agile development stages including requirements grooming, design review, integration testing, and end-to-end validation within a CI/CD environment.
Apply accessibility testing tools to validate features against ADA guidelines and responsive web design standards, ensuring a consistent experience for all users.
Investigate root causes for application defects and performance issues, collaborating with the scrum team to triage, resolve, and prevent recurrence.
Support release go-live activities and post-production technical checkouts to ensure stable, high-quality deployments.
Required Qualifications & Skills
2–5 years of experience in full-stack development and/or testing, with hands-on Java and Spring Boot development skills in a professional environment.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, a related STEM field, or equivalent practical experience.
Demonstrated ability to write secure, stable, and testable Java code and take accountability for assigned features through to delivery.
Familiarity with Behavior Driven Development concepts and experience contributing to automated test scripts within a shared code repository.
Experience working within Agile/Scrum teams across the full software development lifecycle, including CI/CD pipelines.
Working knowledge of collaboration and project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across onshore and offshore teams in a fast-paced environment.
Beneficial Skills & Qualifications
Exposure to test automation frameworks such as Selenium with Cucumber.
Familiarity with Angular frontend development to complement Java backend skills.
Experience with cloud-based development platforms such as OpenShift.
Familiarity with accessibility testing tools such as NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, or Axe.
What We Offer
At Citi, you will join a performance-driven engineering team working on technology that directly impacts how millions of customers manage their finances. We invest in your technical growth, support your wellbeing, and give you the tools and flexibility to deliver your best work.
Hybrid working model, giving you flexibility alongside structured team collaboration.
Structured learning and development opportunities to deepen your Java, Spring Boot, and full-stack engineering skills and grow your career over time.
Exposure to a broad technology stack spanning Java backend microservices, Angular frontend, and cloud platforms, with the opportunity to build deep expertise in specific areas.
Mentorship from senior engineers and a team environment that actively encourages continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical ownership.
Access to Citi's global engineering network, connecting you with colleagues and product teams across geographies and business areas.
Wellbeing and work-life balance support, including programs designed to help you perform at your best inside and outside of work.
Build the digital banking experiences of tomorrow — apply today and bring your engineering skills to a team that puts customers first.
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Job Family:Applications Development------------------------------------------------------
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or related STEM field or comparable work experience
- 5-7 years of experience in full-stack mobile development and/or testing in a professional environment
- Experience with Java and Spring Boot services
- Experience with Angular for web front-end development
- Experience developing and debugging microservices-based applications
- Basic familiarity with Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) concepts and creating BDD test scripts
- Experience with test automation and manual testing and maintaining test artifacts (test plans, exit reports)
- Experience working in CI/CD environments (e.g., RTC, Jenkins)
- Basic working knowledge of JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Good written and oral communication skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams
- Exposure to Selenium with Cucumber (test automation) is a plus
- Exposure to or interest in OpenShift or cloud-based development platforms
- Familiarity with ADA accessibility testing tools (NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, Axe)
- Willingness to learn and use AI-assisted developer tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to accelerate development
Citi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Citi and has not been reviewed or approved by Citi.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance plus on-site clinics, prescription drug support, and disability coverage. Family-building support such as fertility assistance is described as a notable differentiator within the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) with matching and additional plan options like a Roth 401(k). Financial support is reinforced through discounts and broader financial guidance resources tied to the benefits ecosystem.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.
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What We Do
Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital markets on behalf of our clients. We have 200 years of experience helping our clients meet the world's toughest challenges and embrace its greatest opportunities. We are Citi, the global bank – an institution connecting millions of people across hundreds of countries and cities.
