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Java remains the backbone of enterprise software across banking, insurance, healthcare, and government systems in the United States, creating steady demand for specialized Java developers from abroad. Employers in financial services and large enterprises routinely sponsor H-1B visas for Java developers because the language specialization narrows the candidate pool. If you have deep expertise in the Java ecosystem - Spring, Hibernate, microservices - you are well-positioned for sponsorship at companies that depend on JVM-based infrastructure. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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26951745
Location(s):
Irving, Texas, United States
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
Apr. 13, 2026
Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
Overview of the Role
Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.
As a bank with a brain and a soul, Citi creates economic value that is systemically responsible and in our clients’ best interests. As a financial institution that touches every region of the world and every sector that shapes your daily life, our Enterprise Operations & Technology teams are charged with a mission that rivals any large tech company. Our technology solutions are the foundations of everything we do from keeping the bank safe, managing global resources, and providing the technical tools our workers need to be successful to designing our digital architecture and ensuring our platforms provide a first-class customer experience. We reimagine client and partner experiences to deliver excellence through secure, reliable, and efficient services.
Our commitment to diversity includes a workforce that represents the clients we serve from all walks of life, backgrounds, and origins. We foster an environment where the best people want to work. We value and demand respect for others, promote individuals based on merit, and ensure opportunities for personal development are widely available to all. Ideal candidates are innovators with well-rounded backgrounds who bring their authentic selves to work and complement our culture of delivering results with pride. If you are a problem solver who seeks passion in your work, come join us. We’ll enable growth and progress together.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and secure applications. This role requires a strong understanding of core and advanced Java principles, enterprise application development, and a proven track record of delivering robust solutions in a complex financial services environment. The Senior Java Developer will play a crucial role in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, and deployment. They will also be expected to mentor junior developers and contribute to architectural decisions, while taking end-to-end ownership of project deliveries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with business stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions and implementations.
- Design, develop, and implement enterprise-level applications using Java and related technologies.
- Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and other developers to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to architectural guidelines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring high system availability and performance.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the evolution of the technical roadmap.
- Mentor, coach, and groom junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing development environment.
- Take end-to-end responsibility for the successful delivery of projects and features, from conception to deployment and post-launch support.
- Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of applications.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact and applicability to our systems.
- Work effectively in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
Required Skills:
- Core & Advanced Java Expertise: Strong proficiency in Java 8+ (including new features like Lambdas, Streams). Deep understanding of advanced Java concepts, including concurrency, multi-threading, and garbage collection.
- Frameworks: Extensive hands-on experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security) and Hibernate/JPA. Working knowledge of Struts framework.
- Microservices: Solid understanding and working experience with microservices architecture, including design patterns, API gateway, service discovery, and containerization. Strong awareness of microservices concepts and design principles.
- Databases: Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB). Hands-on experience with both Mongo and SQL.
- Web Services & Messaging: Experience with RESTful APIs, SOAP, and hands-on experience with asynchronous messaging systems like Kafka, MQ, JMS, etc.
- Testing: Strong experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito) and integration testing.
- Deployment & CI/CD: Expertise in deployment strategies and CI/CD pipelines, including tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), and automated deployment processes.
- Container Orchestration: Knowledge and practical experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
- Version Control: Expert-level knowledge of Git and branching strategies.
- Development Tools: Hands-on experience with tools such as MongoDB Compass, SQL Developer/Clients, STS (Spring Tool Suite), Eclipse, IBM (e.g., IBM Rational Application Developer), and SOAP UI.
- Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), including OpenShift (Red Hat).
- Operating Systems: Experience with Linux/Unix environments.
- Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug complex issues.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 6+ years of professional experience in Java application development.
- Demonstrated experience in leading technical initiatives, mentoring team members, and taking full ownership of project deliveries.
- Experience in the financial services industry is highly desirable.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group:
Technology
Job Family:
Applications Development
Time Type:
Full time
Primary Location:
Irving Texas 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:
Apr 20, 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.
Job Req Id:
26951745
Location(s):
Irving, Texas, United States
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
Apr. 13, 2026
Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
Overview of the Role
Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.
As a bank with a brain and a soul, Citi creates economic value that is systemically responsible and in our clients’ best interests. As a financial institution that touches every region of the world and every sector that shapes your daily life, our Enterprise Operations & Technology teams are charged with a mission that rivals any large tech company. Our technology solutions are the foundations of everything we do from keeping the bank safe, managing global resources, and providing the technical tools our workers need to be successful to designing our digital architecture and ensuring our platforms provide a first-class customer experience. We reimagine client and partner experiences to deliver excellence through secure, reliable, and efficient services.
Our commitment to diversity includes a workforce that represents the clients we serve from all walks of life, backgrounds, and origins. We foster an environment where the best people want to work. We value and demand respect for others, promote individuals based on merit, and ensure opportunities for personal development are widely available to all. Ideal candidates are innovators with well-rounded backgrounds who bring their authentic selves to work and complement our culture of delivering results with pride. If you are a problem solver who seeks passion in your work, come join us. We’ll enable growth and progress together.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and secure applications. This role requires a strong understanding of core and advanced Java principles, enterprise application development, and a proven track record of delivering robust solutions in a complex financial services environment. The Senior Java Developer will play a crucial role in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, and deployment. They will also be expected to mentor junior developers and contribute to architectural decisions, while taking end-to-end ownership of project deliveries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with business stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions and implementations.
- Design, develop, and implement enterprise-level applications using Java and related technologies.
- Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and other developers to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to architectural guidelines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring high system availability and performance.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the evolution of the technical roadmap.
- Mentor, coach, and groom junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing development environment.
- Take end-to-end responsibility for the successful delivery of projects and features, from conception to deployment and post-launch support.
- Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of applications.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact and applicability to our systems.
- Work effectively in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
Required Skills:
- Core & Advanced Java Expertise: Strong proficiency in Java 8+ (including new features like Lambdas, Streams). Deep understanding of advanced Java concepts, including concurrency, multi-threading, and garbage collection.
- Frameworks: Extensive hands-on experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security) and Hibernate/JPA. Working knowledge of Struts framework.
- Microservices: Solid understanding and working experience with microservices architecture, including design patterns, API gateway, service discovery, and containerization. Strong awareness of microservices concepts and design principles.
- Databases: Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB). Hands-on experience with both Mongo and SQL.
- Web Services & Messaging: Experience with RESTful APIs, SOAP, and hands-on experience with asynchronous messaging systems like Kafka, MQ, JMS, etc.
- Testing: Strong experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito) and integration testing.
- Deployment & CI/CD: Expertise in deployment strategies and CI/CD pipelines, including tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), and automated deployment processes.
- Container Orchestration: Knowledge and practical experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
- Version Control: Expert-level knowledge of Git and branching strategies.
- Development Tools: Hands-on experience with tools such as MongoDB Compass, SQL Developer/Clients, STS (Spring Tool Suite), Eclipse, IBM (e.g., IBM Rational Application Developer), and SOAP UI.
- Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), including OpenShift (Red Hat).
- Operating Systems: Experience with Linux/Unix environments.
- Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug complex issues.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 6+ years of professional experience in Java application development.
- Demonstrated experience in leading technical initiatives, mentoring team members, and taking full ownership of project deliveries.
- Experience in the financial services industry is highly desirable.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group:
Technology
Job Family:
Applications Development
Time Type:
Full time
Primary Location:
Irving Texas 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:
Apr 20, 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Java Developer
Target enterprise sponsors in banking and finance
JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Capital One, and Citi run deep Java codebases and consistently sponsor H-1B petitions. Their technology divisions hire thousands of Java developers across backend, platform, and infrastructure roles.
Consider IT consulting firms as a stepping stone
Infosys, TCS, Cognizant, and Wipro file large volumes of H-1B petitions for Java developers placed at client sites. While these roles may start with less autonomy, they provide U.S. work experience and sponsorship you can build on.
Earn an Oracle Certified Professional credential
The Oracle Certified Professional: Java SE Developer certification demonstrates verified expertise in the language. It can strengthen your specialty occupation case and signal to enterprise employers that you meet their technical bar.
Focus on modern enterprise Java skills
Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and cloud-native Java development are in higher demand than legacy J2EE. Employers sponsoring Java roles want developers who can build and maintain distributed systems on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Use STEM OPT to gain enterprise experience
CS and software engineering degrees qualify for STEM OPT, giving you up to 3 years of work authorization. Enterprise employers value developers who already understand their codebase and internal processes - use OPT to become that person.
Apply to Big 4 and professional services tech practices
Deloitte, Accenture, PwC, and EY run large Java-based technology practices and regularly sponsor visas. These firms offer exposure to multiple industries and structured career paths that make long-term sponsorship more predictable.
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Find Java Developer JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does specializing in Java help my visa petition compared to being a generalist developer?
Yes. When an employer files for a Java Developer role and specifies requirements like deep expertise in the Spring ecosystem, JVM internals, and enterprise integration patterns, it narrows the specialty occupation definition and makes it clearer to USCIS that the role requires specific, specialized knowledge. Generalist software developer petitions sometimes face more Requests for Evidence because USCIS may question whether the role truly requires a degree in a specific field. A well-defined Java-focused role with clear technical requirements tends to have a smoother approval process.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor Java developers?
Large financial institutions like JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Capital One, and Citigroup are among the most active sponsors because their core trading, risk, and compliance platforms run on Java. Major consulting firms (Deloitte, Accenture, Capgemini) and enterprise software vendors (Oracle, SAP, Salesforce) also sponsor regularly. When evaluating employers, check their H-1B filing history and look for prevailing wage levels at Level 2 or above, since Level 1 filings face higher denial rates.
Do Java-specific certifications like Oracle Certified Professional affect visa outcomes?
Certifications do not directly determine H-1B approval, as the visa requires a bachelor's degree rather than certifications. However, Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) and similar credentials provide supporting evidence that the role demands specialized technical knowledge beyond general programming. They are most useful when combined with a relevant degree and included in the petition as documentation of the position's technical depth.
Is the consulting firm sponsorship model reliable for Java developers?
Large consulting firms like Infosys, TCS, and Cognizant sponsor significant numbers of Java developers, but candidates should research the terms carefully. Some consulting firms file at lower prevailing wage levels or place developers at client sites, which can lead to increased USCIS scrutiny. Ask about the prevailing wage level on the Labor Condition Application, whether you will be placed at a third-party client site, and whether the employer supports green card processing for long-term retention.
How to find Java Developer jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Java Developer positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international tech talent with sponsoring employers. Focus on technology companies, financial services firms, and software consultancies that commonly sponsor H-1B, TN, and other work visas for Java developers. These employers actively seek experienced Java professionals for enterprise applications and backend development roles.
What Java ecosystem skills matter most for strengthening a visa petition?
Experience with Spring Boot, Hibernate, microservices architecture, and JVM performance tuning are the most impactful skills to highlight. Enterprise-specific expertise like distributed transaction management, message queue systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ), and containerized deployment with Docker and Kubernetes further strengthens the case. The more specific and technical the job requirements, the easier it is for the employer to demonstrate that the role qualifies as a specialty occupation.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Java Developer jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage", the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level. For example, a java developer in Texas will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search Page.
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