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Java Lead

Citi

Hybrid
Warsaw, Poland
Full-time
Senior
Manager
8+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 1mo ago

Real job — pulled straight from Citi’s careers page · Verified July 14, 2026 · No reposts.

Job description

Citi is hiring a Java Lead — a full-time, based in Warsaw, Poland role. Apply directly on Citi's careers page below.

Java Lead Simpliciti Data

Location: Warsaw Poland

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in software development to Citi’s Risk Technology Team.

By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organization whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.


Team/Role Overview

Risk Technology is focused on delivering solutions to the Rates Trading desks. This team develops and maintains a complete suite of Risk technology solutions, for both the Rates and FX (including Derivatives) Businesses. This role will provide a unique opportunity to gain exposure to different asset classes in a Tier 1 investment bank working with a global team with a client base spanning 70+ countries.


Responsibilities:

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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 behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.


Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of experience in modern Java development with strong Spring Boot and Microservices

  • Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications

  • Excellent understanding of distributed system design, data structures and algorithms

  • Experience with Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, SQL, MongoDB

  • Experience with high availability, resiliency, and low-latency applications (a plus)

  • 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

  • Copy and paste the URL below into a new tab on your web browser to view the Remuneration Regulations extract: https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/287/cms/v3/docs/policies/RemunerationRegulations-KeyProvisions-CitibankEurope_plc_05012025_A.pdf

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.

#LI-KK5


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:

zł268,390.00 - zł457,010.00

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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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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.

 

If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.

View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Java Lead at Citi?

The required skills for Java Lead at Citi include: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, SQL, MongoDB.

What is the seniority level for Java Lead at Citi?

Java Lead at Citi is a Senior / Manager level position.

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