Senior Tech Lead: Java & Python (Hybrid, Pune)

Technical Lead Java Python Apply (opens in new window) Job Req Id: 26949499 Location(s): Pune, Maharashtra, India Job Type: Hybrid Posted: Apr. 02, 2026 Discover your future at Citi Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact. Job Overview 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: Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes Serve as advisor or coach to new or junior developers. Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision. Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy. Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members. Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency. Qualifications: 9-12 years of relevant experience Hands on expertise in Core Java (Multithreading, Collections), Java EE, Spring, Spring Batch, Spring MVC. Hands on experience working with RDMS such as Oracle and NoSQL databases (such as Mongo/Ignite). Experience working on large scale distributed systems along with Docker, Kubernetes and OpenShift. Experience reengineering applications from bare-metal hardware to cloud will be a plus. Experience leveraging GitHub Copilot and agentic AI tools with a human-in-loop approach. Hands on expertise in High Level (System Architecture) and Detail level Design (Design patterns) and the ability convert design to working software. Experience in designing, developing and maintaining scalable microservices architectures and RESTful APIs. Passion for writing quality code that follows well defined design principles/design patterns and is testable using JUnit/Mockito. Experience reviewing and managing code using source control/versioning tools such as Git, BitBucket. Experience following processes such as Sprints/JIRAs and leading a team of one or more developers. Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications Experience in managing and implementing successful projects Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required. Experience working with Python will be a plus ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Technology ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Applications Development ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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