The Java/Microservices Development Lead is a strategic professional who stays abreast of developments within own field and contributes to directional strategy by considering their application in own job and the business. Recognized technical authority for an area within the business. Requires basic commercial awareness. There are typically multiple people within the business that provide the same level of subject matter expertise. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to guide, influence and convince others, in particular colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Significant impact on the area through complex deliverables. Provides advice and counsel related to the technology or operations of the business. Work impacts an entire area, which eventually affects the overall performance and effectiveness of the sub-function/job family. Interact with business users to understand user needs and specifications, and work with other technology teams to set the overall technical strategy. Work with Citi's Chief Technology Office to implement design charters and ensure that all application enhancements comply with the overall technology roadmap. Maintain documentation standards and ensure adherence to internal security and compliance standards. Accountable for all phases of the software development process, including the analysis of requirements, technical design, construction, technical development, and testing and implementation. Assist in Next Generation applications' architecture, design and development, including Cloud based applications, Microservices and Application Programming Interfaces, Browser and Mobile integration. Perform risk evaluations, technical assessments, and applications vulnerability assessments. Support scrum testing, releases regression testing and production readiness. Provide pre and post implementation release support. Manage S&S function for the organization.