The Applications Development Group Manager is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department in an effort to establish and implement new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology Team. The overall objective of this role is to drive applications systems analysis and programming activities.
Responsibilities:
Manage multiple teams of professionals to accomplish established goals and conduct personnel duties for team (e.g. performance evaluations, hiring and disciplinary actions)
Provide strategic influence and exercise control over resources, budget management and planning while monitoring end results
Utilize in-depth knowledge of concepts and procedures within own area and basic knowledge of other areas to resolve issues
Ensure essential procedures are followed and contribute to defining standards
Integrate in-depth knowledge of applications development with overall technology function to achieve established goals
Provide evaluative judgement based on analysis of facts in complicated, unique, and dynamic situations including drawing from internal and external sources
Influence and negotiate with senior leaders across functions, as well as communicate with external parties as necessary
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.
Recommended Qualifications:
At least 10+ years of relevant experience
Experience with managing the software development of complex and critical platforms
Proficient with full stack technology capabilities (Java, Spring Frameworks, Javascript and associated frameworks)
Expertise with cloud computing technologies (AWS, Kubernetes, etc.) and micro-services architectures (server and front-end)
Knowledgeable with database technologies – both relational and document (NoSQL) based storage
Experience with various messaging-based technologies – JMS, Kafka, MQ, etc.
Experience designing reference architectures and conformance to enterprise blueprints
Experience building and managing high-performing technology teams
Experience with leading a development group and ability to guide the team on sound architecture and design principles along with delivering a quality software
Ability to perform code reviews to ensure the code hygiene
Very detail oriented and ability to collaborate with various partner teams on project delivery
Proficient with Agile software development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communications
Knowledge/experience with Treasury business and Liquidities preferable, but not required
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
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Job Family Group: Technology------------------------------------------------------
Job Family:Applications Development------------------------------------------------------
Time Type:Full time------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location:Irving Texas United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$156,160.00 - $234,240.00
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.------------------------------------------------------
Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------
Anticipated Posting Close Date:May 21, 2026------------------------------------------------------
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Skills Required
- At least 10+ years of relevant experience
- Experience with managing software development of complex platforms
- Proficient with full stack technology capabilities
- Expertise with cloud computing technologies and micro-services architectures
- Knowledgeable with database technologies (relational and NoSQL)
- Experience with messaging-based technologies (JMS, Kafka, MQ)
- Experience designing reference architectures
- Ability to manage high-performing technology teams
- Experience leading a development group
- Ability to perform code reviews for code hygiene
- Proficient with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
- Excellent written and verbal communications
- Knowledge/experience with Treasury business and Liquidities
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.
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