Java Tech Lead (Tampa)

Note : This employer is open to candidates who want to work remote. Position Overview :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Tech Lead to join our team in the banking domain. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java, Spring technologies, SQL and NoSQL databases, cloud-native development, and container orchestration. Experience with CI / CD tools like Harness and Tekton, messaging systems like Kafka, and batch / scheduler-based processing is essential. Familiarity with React.js, Python, and AI / LLM technologies is a plus.

As a Software Development Team Lead, you will revolutionize how Citi manages financial documents, driving the modernization of our tech stack and implementing cutting-edge LLM technologies. You'll lead and mentor a team to develop and deliver solutions that redefine efficiency and intelligence in global document processing. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound impact, shaping technical direction and transforming core operations within a leading financial institution.

Roles and Responsibilities :

Technical Leadership :

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-performance applications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the development team.
• Ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles.

Application Development :

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management :

Performance Optimization :

Nice-to-Have Skills :

Qualifications :

Preferred Experience :

Join us to lead cutting-edge projects in the banking domain and drive innovation with modern technologies!

Job Family Group : Technology

Job Family :

Applications Development

Time Type : Full time

Primary Location :

Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range :

$113,840.00 - $170,760.00

In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including : medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and / or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date :

Oct 17, 2025

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