The Loan IQ SDK Senior Lead Developer is a senior-level position within Citi's Enterprise Operations & Technology division, focusing on establishing and implementing application systems in collaboration with the Technology Team. This role requires a strong background in Loan IQ SDK and API development, as well as hands-on coding experience. The ideal candidate will lead systems analysis and programming activities while fostering a culture of innovation and problem-solving. The position emphasizes the importance of compliance and ethical conduct in all business decisions.

• 10+ years of relevant experience in Loan IQ SDK and API development experience
• Hands-on development role with expectation to code daily
• Experience in implementing projects
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
• Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in area(s) of Loan IQ Applications Development
• Demonstrated knowledge of client core business functions
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and development skills
• Relationship and consensus building skills
• Experience with REST, JMS, SOAP, and Microservices architecture
• Experience with Spring Boot, Swagger, Tomcat and JSON /XML processing
• Experience with messaging platforms (e.g., Kafka, TIBCO, IBM MQ)
• Strong knowledge of SQL
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments; ability to write shell and batch scripts
• Solid understanding of Java concepts including threading, collections, exception handling, JDBC, OOP/OOD, GoF design patterns, and file I/O
• Experience with CI/CD tools and processes
• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

• Lead integration of functions to meet goals, deploy new products, and enhance processes
• Analyze complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards to define and develop solutions to high level problems
• Provide expertise in area of advanced knowledge of applications programming and plan assignments involving large budgets, cross functional project, or multiple projects
• Develop application methodologies and standards for program analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Utilize advanced knowledge of supported main system flows and comprehensive knowledge of multiple areas to achieve technology goals
• Consult with end users to identify system function specifications and incorporate into overall system design
• Allocate work, and act as an advisor/coach developers, analysts, and new team members
• Influence and negotiate with senior leaders and communicate with external parties
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets

• Citi offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, stock programs, healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and programs supporting employee wellbeing and professional development.