Engineering Lead - (Vice President)

## Engineering Lead - Drive Transformational Change in Developer Engineering

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Engineering Lead to join Citi's Developer Engineering & Engineering Excellence Tech team. This role offers a unique chance to be at the forefront of transforming the software development landscape for a massive engineering community of 60,000 individuals. If you're passionate about empowering engineers, streamlining development processes, and fostering a culture of innovation, this position is tailor-made for you.

The Developer Engineering & Engineering Excellence Tech function, a critical part of Citi's CTO organization, is dedicated to making the software development lifecycle seamless and enjoyable. The team's mission is to improve tools, optimize processes, automate controls, and champion modern working methodologies. This Engineering Lead position is integral to that mission, offering the chance to significantly impact how software is developed across a diverse range of technologies within the bank.

Key Advantages for Your Career Path:

• Impactful Leadership: You will lead and implement strategic application systems and programs, directly influencing the efficiency and effectiveness of thousands of engineers.
• Cultural and Technical Transformation: This role provides a platform to be an agent of change, driving both cultural and technical advancements within a global financial institution.
• Strategic Influence: You'll partner with multiple management teams, shaping the integration of functions and defining system enhancements for new products and process improvements.
• Expertise Development: Gain in-depth knowledge of complex business and system processes, alongside advanced expertise in modern software engineering practices and DevOps.
• Mentorship and Growth: Serve as a coach and advisor to mid-level developers and analysts, fostering their professional development and contributing to a strong team environment.
• Cutting-Edge Technologies: Work with a modern tech stack including Java/Spring Boot, OpenShift, REST, Kafka, Go, Python, and leverage expertise in distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and container-based microservices.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous annual leave, performance-related bonus, private medical care, life insurance, pension plan, paid parental leave, and access to extensive learning and development resources.
• Flexible Work Environment: Benefit from a hybrid working model, with up to two days of remote work per week, alongside a business-casual workplace.

Key Considerations for Candidates:

• Proven Leadership Experience: This senior-level role requires demonstrated experience as a hands-on Engineering Lead or Software Engineer.
• Technical Breadth and Depth: A strong command of multiple programming languages (Java/Spring Boot, Go, Python) and a solid understanding of architecture and design are essential. Experience with Go and Python is particularly advantageous.
• DevOps and Agile Proficiency: A deep understanding and proven experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, container-based microservices, and DevOps practices are critical.
• Database Knowledge: Proficiency with both SQL and NoSQL databases is a must.
• Problem-Solving Acumen: You should be adept at evaluating complex processes, identifying issues, and developing innovative solutions with interpretive thinking.
• Risk Assessment: A strong ability to assess risk, consider the firm's reputation, and ensure compliance with regulations and policies is paramount.
• Collaborative Spirit: The ability to effectively partner with various teams and contribute to broader organizational goals is key.
• Frontend Exposure (Beneficial): While not strictly required, experience with Angular or React would be a valuable addition.

This Engineering Lead position at Citi is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future of software engineering within a global financial powerhouse. If you are driven, technically adept, and eager to make a significant impact, we encourage you to explore this exciting career path.