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In this role, you will architect and scale high-performance Java and Big Data platforms that power real-time analytics, AI-enabled solutions, and regulatory reporting across the Markets business. You will lead multiple engineering teams, shape cloud and data architecture strategy, and drive modernization initiatives that support business growth at global scale.\nResponsibilities\nDefine and execute the engineering roadmap for Java, Python, cloud-native, and Big Data platforms to align technology delivery with business objectives.\nLead multiple engineering teams building Java applications, API platforms, microservices, and enterprise data services that support trading, risk, and analytics workflows.\nArchitect high-performance, low-latency systems that keep critical trading and operational platforms reliable under heavy volume.\nBuild enterprise-scale Big Data ecosystems using Spark, Kafka, Flink, Hadoop, Iceberg, Delta Lake, Pinot, and Trino to support real-time streaming and large-scale batch processing.\nPartner with business stakeholders to enable advanced analytics, AI and machine learning initiatives, and regulatory reporting through data-driven platforms.\nSet enterprise standards for data governance, lineage, metadata management, and data quality across engineering teams.\nChampion modern engineering practices including DevSecOps, CI/CD automation, and observability to strengthen platform reliability.\nMentor senior engineers, architects, and engineering managers to build high-performing teams capable of delivering complex global programs.\nRequired Qualifications & Skills\n10+ years of experience in software engineering, with extensive experience leading Java application development and engineering teams within a large-scale enterprise environment.\nDeep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Python, APIs, and microservices architectures.\nHands-on knowledge of building and scaling Big Data technologies such as Spark, Kafka, the Hadoop ecosystem, Iceberg, Delta Lake, Databricks, Snowflake, and Trino.\nBackground delivering high-volume, low-latency, mission-critical platforms in a regulated financial services environment.\nExperience supporting AI and machine learning data pipelines, feature stores, and enterprise-scale analytics solutions.\nProven background architecting high-performance, low-latency systems for trading, risk, or analytics platforms.\nTrack record driving cloud transformation, automation, and modernization programs across engineering organizations.\nExperience leading and mentoring senior engineers, architects, and engineering managers.\nBackground establishing engineering standards, architecture governance, and design review practices.\nExperience partnering with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable data and analytics solutions.\nBachelor's degree or university degree in a related field or Master's degree.\nWhat We Offer\nJoining Markets Technology means shaping the future of data and analytics platforms that power global trading, risk, and regulatory decision-making at Citi.\nShape enterprise architecture and engineering strategy with direct influence over Citi's Markets Technology platforms.\nWork a hybrid schedule, spending three days in the office and two days working remotely each week.\nLead and develop high-performing global engineering teams.\nAccess learning and development opportunities to deepen expertise in cloud, Big Data, and AI-enabled platforms.\nBenefit from financial wellbeing programs designed to support long-term planning.\nCollaborate with engineering and business teams across Citi's global Markets organization.\nApply today to lead the engineering strategy shaping Citi's next-generation Big Data and analytics platforms. \n------------------------------------------------------\nJob Family Group:\nTechnology------------------------------------------------------\nJob Family:\nApplications Development------------------------------------------------------\nTime Type:\nFull time------------------------------------------------------\nPrimary Location:\nRutherford New Jersey United States------------------------------------------------------\nPrimary Location Full Time Salary Range:\n$176,720.00 - $265,080.00In 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. 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Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.\nImportantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. 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