Java Developer

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.
Responsibilities:

• Planning & Application Delivery: Conduct feasibility studies, IT planning, and cost/time estimation to design, build, and deploy application systems aligned with business requirements.
• Full SDLC Management & Support: Oversee all development phases—from analysis and design through testing, deployment, and ongoing operational user support.
• Complex Problem Solving: Apply deep technical expertise to analyze complex issues, assess business/system processes against industry standards, and deliver sound evaluative solutions.
• System Security & Integrity: Identify, recommend, and implement post-deployment security controls to ensure robust system design and operational integrity.
• Technical Consultation & Solutions: Partner with clients and cross-functional technology teams to architect advanced programming solutions and support core exposure systems.
• Process Governance & Standards: Enforce standard operating procedures while contributing to the definition and enhancement of development workflows.
• SME Leadership & Mentorship: Operate autonomously as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for senior stakeholders while advising and mentoring junior analysts.
• Risk Assessment & Compliance: Safeguard firm reputation and assets by evaluating risk in business decisions, ensuring strict regulatory compliance, and managing control issues with transparency.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience & Support: 5–8 years of experience in software development, systems analysis, design, and application support.
• Core Technologies: Strong hands-on expertise in Java, Oracle Database, and Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL).
• Messaging & Middleware: Proficient in enterprise messaging technologies, specifically Apache Kafka and IBM MQ.
• Version Control: Solid understanding of GitHub and source code management best practices.
• Project Delivery: Demonstrated success delivering projects in complex environments with working knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Team-oriented professional adept at working closely across diverse technical and business teams.
• Flexibility & Global Support: Adaptable to changing business priorities with readiness to support critical operations across global time zones.

Good To Have:

• Securities master and market data is a plus
• Financial Markets, Trading, Middle Office and Back Office functions is a plus
• Knowledge of Securities Finance a plus

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

What we can offer you:

By joining Citi Solutions Center Poland, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (currently up to 2 days working at home per week), but also (potentially, subject to final offer) receive a competitive base salary and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits which can include:

• Employer paid Defined Contribution Pension Plan contribution of 6% of employee’s pensionable earnings (PPE Program)
• Employer paid Private Medical Care Package for employees and Private Medical Care Packages for certain family members available at preferential rates
• Employer paid Life Insurance Program for employees and Life Insurance for certain family members available at preferential rates
• Employee Assistance Program financed by Employer
• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave; statutory and 2 weeks additional paid paternity leave)
• Sport Card for employees subsidized via Social Benefits Fund and Sport Cards for certain family members available at preferential rates
• Additional benefits from Company’s Social Benefit Fund, in particular: Holidays Allowance, support for sport and cultural activities, team building events.
• Additional day off for volunteering
• Cafeteria/ flex benefit – a company benefits system which enables employees to select and purchase benefits offered by a provider and available for employees on the platform.
• Opportunity to receive an annual discretionary incentive award
• Special offers and discounts for employees
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Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

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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 Full Time Salary Range:

189 660,00 zł - 322 940,00 zł

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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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