Senior Engineering Manager - SVP

Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital markets on behalf of our clients.

Citi's Mission and Value Proposition explain what we do and Strategy explain how we do it. Our mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. We strive to earn and maintain our clients' and the public's trust by constantly adhering to the highest ethical standards and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Banking As A Service (BaaS) Technology (a line of business within Payments under Services Technology) is looking to expand its team and we are looking for highly motivated and experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead and grow a team of talented software engineers. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall technical direction, execution, and delivery of critical software projects. You will play a key role in shaping our engineering culture, driving innovation, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership and Management:
  
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and inclusive environment.
  • Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development.
  • Recruit, hire, and onboard new team members.
  • Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Technical Leadership and Execution:
  
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to the team, ensuring adherence to best practices and architectural principles.
  • Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and timelines.
  • Oversee the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality software solutions.
  • Ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of our systems.
  • Drive innovation by exploring new technologies and approaches.
• Project Management and Delivery:
  
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, track progress, and identify and mitigate risks.
  • Communicate project status to stakeholders regularly.
  • Implement and improve agile development processes.
• Strategic Planning and Alignment:
  
  • Contribute to the overall engineering strategy and roadmap.
  • Align team goals with company objectives.
  • Identify and address technical challenges and opportunities.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience:
  
  • 15+ years of experience in software development.
  • 5+ years of experience in a management or leadership role, leading software engineering teams.
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects.
  • Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Technical Skills:
  
  • Proficiency in programing language - Java
  • Experience with database systems - ORASS
  • Preferred experience with cloud platforms - AWS, Azure, etc
  • Strong knowledge of repository and version control systems - Bitbucket, Git
  • Knowledge of Devops practices and tools
  • Experience in using SDLC management tools - JIRA
• Leadership Skills:
  
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to motivate and inspire a team.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with developing client facing APIs for Banking Industry.
• Contributions to open-source projects.

Education:

• Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred

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:
Jersey City New Jersey United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$176,720.00 - $265,080.00

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.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Sep 30, 2025

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