Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst - job 3 of 3

As an Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst at Citibank, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing application systems that meet specific business needs. This includes conducting feasibility studies, creating design solutions with Microservices and Angular, and providing comprehensive user support. You'll also monitor all development phases, ensuring adherence to coding standards and making evaluative judgments to enhance user experience.

Citibank requires candidates for the Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst position to possess either a Master’s degree in a related field with three years of experience or a Bachelor’s degree with five years of progressive experience. You should have a solid background in data analytics, software architecture, SQL databases, and coding, particularly in Java.

At Citibank, we appreciate the importance of work-life balance for our Applications Development Senior Programmer Analysts. We offer a telecommuting or hybrid work schedule, allowing you to work from home while remaining within a commutable distance from the office. This flexibility helps you manage both your professional and personal responsibilities effectively.

In the Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst role at Citibank, you’ll work with various technologies including Microservices, Angular for front-end development, and SQL databases for back-end operations. You'll also be involved in deploying code to Linux environments and using code repositories, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst position at Citibank offers a competitive salary range between $179,982 and $182,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, 401(k), and paid time off. You will also have the opportunity for discretionary and formulaic incentive awards, emphasizing our commitment to rewarding your hard work.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you've implemented Microservices architecture. Discuss the challenges you faced, how you overcame them, and the benefits you observed in scalability and maintainability of applications.

You should discuss strategies such as code reviews, adherence to coding standards, automated testing, and performance testing that you employ to maintain high code quality and ensure that applications are robust and reliable.

Select a specific problem that demonstrates your analytical skills. Outline the situation, your thought process, the solution you implemented, and the positive outcome to provide a clear narrative of your problem-solving abilities.

Mention tools that you are familiar with for documenting data flows, such as UML diagrams, flowchart software, or specific modeling tools. You could also discuss how proper documentation contributes to team communication and efficiency.

Detail your experience with SQL databases, including the types of databases you've used, querying techniques, and how you integrate SQL databases into your application designs. Highlight any projects where your SQL skills led to improved efficiency or insights.

Talk about your commitment to continuous learning through online courses, industry conferences, webinars, and following relevant tech blogs or forums. Mention any recent technologies you've adopted and how they benefited your work.

Provide a specific instance where you successfully met a deadline. Discuss the prioritization of tasks, time management techniques you used, such as setting milestones and the importance of communication with your team.

Discuss your preferred programming languages—including Java, as required by Citibank—and explain why you prefer them, considering factors such as ease of use, community support, or personal projects that highlight your proficiency.

Explain your familiarity with Agile practices, such as Scrum, and how they've influenced your work. Illustrate how Agile methodologies enhance teamwork and flexibility in responding to changing requirements.

Reflect on what specifically draws you to Citibank, such as their innovative projects, company culture, or values. Relate your skills and career goals to the opportunities this role offers.