Microservices Big Data Payments Data Transformation Head Director

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Job Overview

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.

Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network.    We do business in 180+ countries operating   at a   scale few can match.   From  deploying  advanced  AI to  helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech

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

The Applications Development Senior Group Manager is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of teams or departments in an effort to establish and implement new or revised application systems tied to Payments Data transformation and programs in coordination with the Technology Team. The overall objective of this role is to drive applications systems analysis and programming activities.

This is a Full stack technology role with strong hands-on experience in building high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications. You will be part of a talented software team that works on franchise-critical applications. The Senior Group Manager will be responsible for achieving significant business results, understanding client requirements and leading development team on the design, implementation and deliver while providing expertise in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing, providing authoritative advice including responsibility over technical strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Manage/develop multiple teams of technology professionals to accomplish established goals and conduct personnel duties for team (e.g. performance evaluations, hiring and disciplinary actions) as well as ensure team adheres to best practices and process Develop vision for team around roles and responsibilities, and structure team to ensure greatest impact, efficient use of resource, and alignment to business structures

• Prepare and present regular team/project reviews to senior technology management and business leaders

• Drive the design and development of system architecture based on latest technology stack, work with end-users of the systems, and enhance the quality of deliverables. Ensure staff follows Citi documented policy and procedures as well as maintain desktop procedures and supporting documentation for filings on a current basis and in comprehensive manner

• Work with a wide variety of business and tech teams and help them drive towards an everything-as-code and a codified controls mind-set

• Support and drive cultural change, instigating critical thinking about controls and processes and encouraging a culture of continuous improvement

• Connected to latest technologies, like Generative AI, and keen to put them in practice

• A self-starter with the ability to work effectively in teams and remotely

• Shows enthusiasm and develops trust through empathy 

• An advocate of inclusion and diversity in every way

• Monitor and manage approach/end results, budgeting, planning, policy formation, and contribute to future strategy of the area(s)

• Ensure change is managed with appropriate controls, documentation, and approvals including implementation of new and revised regulatory reporting requirements

• Research and resolve issues, provide recommendations, and escalate to senior management as needed

• Manage and maintain all disaster recovery plans, oversee appropriate testing, and provide permit-to-operate for new applications

• Lead and deliver local staff forums, present global, regional, and location news and updates to engage team in the progress of organization

• Contribute to defining and implementing best practices and processes for the department and ensure transparency and consistency across teams

• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years experience of application development industry experience, with a minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience specializing in the leadership and hands-on development of franchise-critical applications
• 10+ years experience leading large technology transformation initiative
• 8+ experience in large technology development experience
• 8+ years experience in Big Data Org
• 5 + years Microservices experience
• 5+ years hands-on experience in Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, J2EE Design Patterns, REST services, MicroServices, Docker/Kubernetes, messaging product like Kafka
• Deep understanding on design Highly Available and Highly Scalable Systems
• Front End Technologies like JavaScript and Angular version, CSS2/CSS3, HTML
• Hands-on experience in relational (Oracle/DB2), No-SQL (MongoDB), Unix commands
• Hands-on experience on working / deploying application on Cloud
• Hands-on experience in code testing tools like Junit / Mockito / Cucumber
• Deployment Acquaintance in Apache Tomcat, Open shift or public cloud environments
• Expertise in Test driven development (Junit, JMeter), CI/CD, Build, Version Control & Development tools
• Familiar using AI tools to improve the development team’s productivity
• Experience with Scaled Agile is a must
• Knowledge of Agentic AI is a plus.
• Experience managing global technology teams
• Payments Messaging and Payments Data knowledge is paramount.
• Working knowledge of industry practices (ISO 20022, Sanctions, AML) and standards
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work well independently
• Experience working with business analysts, database administrators, project managers and technical architects in multiple geographical areas
• Strong problem-solving skills, business acumen, and demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences. Skilled in customer and leadership presentations
• Experience with Agile Software Development Lifecycle methodology and related tooling. For example -JIRA, Scrum
• Experience in the Financial Services industry is required

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience (Master’s degree is a plus )

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Jersey City New Jersey United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$170,000.00 - $300,000.00

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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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

Big Data, Java, Microservices Architecture, Technical Management.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Nov 17, 2025

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