The Full Stack Developer is a senior-level position responsible for designing, developing, and implementing both frontend and backend application systems and services. This role requires hands-on expertise across the full technology stack, with a strong emphasis on building scalable APIs and modern, responsive user interfaces using React. The overall objective is to deliver high-quality, reusable frameworks and solutions that support complex business requirements.Responsibilities- Partner with multiple management and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of business and technology solutions, while identifying and defining necessary system enhancements.
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring frameworks, along with modern frontend applications using React.js.
- Build intuitive, responsive, and high-performance user interfaces that enhance user experience.
- Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
- Resolve high-impact problems through in-depth evaluation of complex business and system processes.
- Ensure application design aligns with enterprise architecture standards and best practices.
- Establish and enforce coding, testing, debugging, and deployment standards across the full stack.
- Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers, product owners, and backend teams to deliver cohesive solutions.
- Contribute to the development of CI/CD pipelines and support DevOps best practices.
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to mid-level developers and analysts.
- Assess risk appropriately in all technical decisions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and ethical standards.
Required Qualifications- Strong proficiency in Java (Spring Boot) and backend service development.
- Hands-on experience with React.js, modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
- Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating frontend applications with backend services.
- Working knowledge of state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Context API).
- Experience with databases: Oracle, SQL, and NoSQL (MongoDB).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (OpenShift, Kubernetes) and containerization.
- Experience with messaging systems such as Kafka and MQ.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Solid understanding of clean code principles and application design patterns.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in the financial services domain, particularly Payments.
- Familiarity with GenAI and Large Language Models (LLMs).
- Experience integrating mainframe systems with APIs or Kafka.
- Experience with modern frontend tooling (e.g., Webpack, Vite, Jest, Cypress).
- 6+ years of relevant experience in full stack development or systems analysis.
- Proven track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one or more areas of application development.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and project delivery skills.
Education- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
- Master's degree preferred
This job description provides a high-level overview of responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family:Applications Development
Time Type:Full time
Primary Location:New Castle Delaware United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$125,760.00 - $188,640.00
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:Jun 09, 2026
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