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Application Development Lead roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your I-129 petition to USCIS, and the annual cap and lottery apply unless your employer is cap-exempt.
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We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Application Development Lead, Margin and Risk, Vice President based in Jersey City, NJ USA. Candidate must have Margin and/or Risk experience. Cross Asset Margin technology teams actively develop and enhance a set of co-operative, strategic systems and services which are regulatory driven and have a direct bearing on how Citi Capital Markets manages risk arising from trading, including both market and counterparty credit risks. We are responsible for calculating margin requirements for OTC bilateral derivatives and optimizing margin requirements for clients by considering offsets across various financial products using models like VaR, SIMM and Credit Stress. We support traders, salespeople, risk managers, financial controllers and operations staff. The Lead Java Developer is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis, design and programming activities. This is a senior technical position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team to drive a variety of engineering activities including the design, acquisition and deployment of hardware, software and network infrastructure in coordination with the Technology team.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
- Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
- Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals.
- Guide team to establish design standard, improving efficiency of development workflow and product rollout.
- Take ownership of smooth Production releases planning and execution.
- Oversee software quality and system modifications.
- Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary.
- Analyze existing operations to identify risks and redundancies.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to develop solutions.
- Liaise with team members, management to ensure projects are completed to application development and governance standard.
- Keep up-to-date with industry trends and developments.
- Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards.
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating 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 behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development role with hand on coding.
- Demonstrated thought leadership in designing complex and distrusted systems.
- In depth knowledge of Java, Spring, Kafka, Distributed Cache/Systems (e.g. Apache Ignite).
- Hands on experience on relational databases like Oracle.
- Any experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB is preferred.
- Experience with Python is preferred.
- Great exposure to microservices architecture.
- API first design thinking and implementation using Rest, websocket and gRPC.
- Experience with building applications on cloud platform such as Docker, Kubernetes or OpenShift.
- Proven implementation of design pattern and enterprise level architecture.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- UI tech stack knowledge will be advantage.
- Understanding of Risks (Greeks), risk calculation models like VaR/SIMM preferred and ability to work with Quant team is preferred.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or equivalent; master's degree in preferred.
JOB FAMILY GROUP:
Technology
JOB FAMILY:
Applications Development
TIME TYPE:
Full time
PRIMARY LOCATION:
Jersey City New Jersey United States
PRIMARY LOCATION FULL TIME SALARY RANGE:
$142,320.00 - $213,480.00
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:
Jul 21, 2026
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.
INTRODUCTION
We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Application Development Lead, Margin and Risk, Vice President based in Jersey City, NJ USA. Candidate must have Margin and/or Risk experience. Cross Asset Margin technology teams actively develop and enhance a set of co-operative, strategic systems and services which are regulatory driven and have a direct bearing on how Citi Capital Markets manages risk arising from trading, including both market and counterparty credit risks. We are responsible for calculating margin requirements for OTC bilateral derivatives and optimizing margin requirements for clients by considering offsets across various financial products using models like VaR, SIMM and Credit Stress. We support traders, salespeople, risk managers, financial controllers and operations staff. The Lead Java Developer is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis, design and programming activities. This is a senior technical position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team to drive a variety of engineering activities including the design, acquisition and deployment of hardware, software and network infrastructure in coordination with the Technology team.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
- Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
- Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals.
- Guide team to establish design standard, improving efficiency of development workflow and product rollout.
- Take ownership of smooth Production releases planning and execution.
- Oversee software quality and system modifications.
- Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary.
- Analyze existing operations to identify risks and redundancies.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to develop solutions.
- Liaise with team members, management to ensure projects are completed to application development and governance standard.
- Keep up-to-date with industry trends and developments.
- Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards.
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating 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 behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development role with hand on coding.
- Demonstrated thought leadership in designing complex and distrusted systems.
- In depth knowledge of Java, Spring, Kafka, Distributed Cache/Systems (e.g. Apache Ignite).
- Hands on experience on relational databases like Oracle.
- Any experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB is preferred.
- Experience with Python is preferred.
- Great exposure to microservices architecture.
- API first design thinking and implementation using Rest, websocket and gRPC.
- Experience with building applications on cloud platform such as Docker, Kubernetes or OpenShift.
- Proven implementation of design pattern and enterprise level architecture.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- UI tech stack knowledge will be advantage.
- Understanding of Risks (Greeks), risk calculation models like VaR/SIMM preferred and ability to work with Quant team is preferred.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or equivalent; master's degree in preferred.
JOB FAMILY GROUP:
Technology
JOB FAMILY:
Applications Development
TIME TYPE:
Full time
PRIMARY LOCATION:
Jersey City New Jersey United States
PRIMARY LOCATION FULL TIME SALARY RANGE:
$142,320.00 - $213,480.00
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:
Jul 21, 2026
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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Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS evaluates whether your bachelor's degree field directly relates to application development leadership. A degree in computer science, information systems, or software engineering is the cleanest match. Degrees in unrelated fields require a detailed credential evaluation explaining the connection.
Target employers with cap-exempt status
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research entities are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition skips the lottery entirely. Application Development Lead roles at university IT departments or affiliated research labs are legitimate pathways if you're outside the annual cap selection window.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Application Development Lead postings by employers with active LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This shows you which companies have already filed for this exact role type, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness before you apply.
Check prevailing wage before your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your job title and work location before negotiating. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, so knowing it upfront prevents offer letters that USCIS will flag during adjudication.
Clarify lead versus management in your job description
USCIS scrutinizes Application Development Lead petitions where the role blurs into general management. Your job description should document the technical requirements, such as architecture decisions and code oversight, rather than framing the role as people management without a specialized degree requirement.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
If your employer's project timeline requires you to start by a specific date, ask them to file with USCIS premium processing. Standard adjudication can run several months, and premium processing accelerates the decision to approximately 15 business days, which matters for project-driven lead roles.
H-1B Visa Application Development Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Application Development Lead role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. USCIS applies a four-part test, and the strongest cases document that the degree is a normal minimum requirement for the role, not merely preferred. Roles that blur into general management without clear technical requirements face higher RFE rates.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Application Development Lead positions?
Employers with existing software development teams and active LCA filing history are the most straightforward sponsors. Large technology firms, financial services companies, and enterprise software vendors file consistently for lead-level development roles. You can browse employers by their LCA filing history for this role type on Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified sponsoring companies rather than requiring you to research each employer manually.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Application Development Lead candidates?
Most Application Development Lead positions at private companies fall under the annual H-1B cap of 65,000 regular slots plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. USCIS runs a lottery in March for the fiscal year starting October 1. If you hold a U.S. master's degree, you're entered in both pools, which increases your selection odds.
What documentation does USCIS typically want for a lead-level development role?
USCIS commonly requests evidence that the position requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Useful documents include the detailed job description with technical responsibilities, your employer's internal job classification standards, a copy of your degree transcripts, and a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. For lead roles, the employer's organizational chart showing where the position sits relative to individual contributors and management can also support the petition.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B in an Application Development Lead role?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B transfer petition, as long as your previous status was lawfully maintained and the new petition is filed before your current authorization expires. You don't need to wait for USCIS to approve the transfer before starting the new role.