Full Stack Developer - Assistant Vice President
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£54,700
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SOC 2134 (99% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,700, and CITIGROUP LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, CITIGROUP LIMITED assigned 57 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2134 jobs, according to the Home Office.
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| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
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2134 Programmers and software development professionals Most likely code | £38,300 | £43,700 | £49,200 | £54,700 |
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About the role
Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech.
What We do / The Team:
The Risk Data Team is a high-impact, globally distributed technology and data engineering unit operating at the intersection of risk management, big data, and cloud-native platform engineering. As a critical pillar within the Institutional Data Platform (IDP) and the broader Citi Enterprise Data Organization (EDO), our team is responsible for modernizing and managing the end-to-end lifecycle of risk data across the enterprise. We build and maintain the high-performance pipelines, aggregation engines, and analytical frameworks that safeguard Citi’s systemic stability and drive informed, data-driven decision-making.
Role Overview/What will you do:
Develop and implement complex software solutions using Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, and RESTful web services.
Design, develop, and maintain robust microservices adhering to architectural best practices.
Apply hands-on expertise in Core Java, including multi-threading and the Collections framework.
Utilize Spring Framework effectively for application development.
Work extensively in creating and optimizing SQL queries.
Ensure adherence to software engineering best practices, object-oriented programming (OOP) principles, and design patterns.
Contribute to the continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
Manage source code effectively using tools such as Git or Bitbucket.
Promote and apply clean coding principles and maintain high quality using tools like Sonar.
Design and implement comprehensive unit, integration, and functional tests to ensure solution quality.
Analyze and solve complex technical problems efficiently.
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of application developers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Key Skills and Experience required:
Experience in developing and implementing complex software solutions.
Strong knowledge of Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, and RESTful web services (XML, JSON).
Proven experience working with Microservices Architecture.
Hands-on experience with Core Java, Multi-threading, Collections framework, and Spring Framework.
Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, OOP, design patterns, and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with source code management tools (Git or Bitbucket).
Understanding of clean coding principles and code quality measurements using tools like Sonar.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement unit, integration, and functional tests.
A strong, solution-driven mindset with the ability to analyze complex problems, devise strategic solutions, and lead their implementation.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Any Beneficial / Nice to have experience:
Experience with Big Data technology (HDFS, Spark, Impala)
Understanding of Cloud-native development principles.
Experience with Container Orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, etc.).
Proficiency in using Jira for tracking tasks, managing backlogs, and participating in sprint cycles.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
What we’ll provide you:
By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:
27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources
Visit our About Us | Culture, Values & Benefits page to learn more.
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.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Programmers and software development professionals (SOC 2134) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~399k in sample- Middle half £42,536–76,752
- Median £56,784
- Going rate £54,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,300–49,200
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. CITIGROUP LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, CITIGROUP LIMITED assigned 57 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2134 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2134 going rate of £54,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.