Generative AI Engineering Lead - Senior Vice President

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2 Locations
Hybrid
156K-234K Annually
Senior level
Financial Services
The Role
Leads Citi’s generative and agentic AI delivery lifecycle, from roadmap execution and solution design through production deployment and support. Builds and manages global AI engineering teams, oversees enterprise-scale applications and multi-agent systems, and partners with data, cloud, and MLOps teams. Establishes CI/CD, LLMOps, governance, responsible AI, security, and quality standards while managing stakeholders, budgets, risks, and regulatory compliance.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Generative AI Engineering Manager leads the delivery of generative and agentic AI solutions that power Citi's technology platforms. This senior role owns the full delivery lifecycle for AI initiatives, from roadmap execution through production deployment, while building and leading a team of AI engineers. Sitting within Citi's technology organization, the role shapes how AI capabilities are built, scaled, and governed across the business.

 

Responsibilities
  • Lead the delivery roadmap for generative and agentic AI projects, owning the full lifecycle from scoping through deployment and post-launch support.
  • Build, mentor, and manage multiple teams of AI engineers, overseeing hiring, performance, and budget planning to meet delivery goals.
  • Oversee the design, development, and deployment of production-ready generative AI applications that meet rigorous performance, security, and quality standards.
  • Direct the design of agentic workflows and multi-agent systems, setting standards for agent orchestration and reliable long-running execution.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for generative AI delivery, managing stakeholder expectations and resolving delivery risks.
  • Partner with data, cloud architecture, and machine learning operations teams to integrate generative AI solutions across Citi's technology environment.
  • Champion best practices in CI/CD, LLMOps, and agile delivery to drive efficient, repeatable outcomes.
  • Establish governance and responsible AI frameworks, including safeguards and sandboxing, to ensure ethical and compliant deployment.

 

Required Qualifications & Skills
  • More than 10 years of experience in applications development, delivering enterprise-scale technology solutions.
  • Experience managing global technology teams across multiple locations and time zones.
  • Working knowledge of industry practices and standards in generative AI and software delivery.
  • Proficiency in Python, applied to build, review, and guide the delivery of generative AI and agentic solutions.
  • Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to negotiate and influence senior leaders and external parties on technology strategy and delivery decisions.
  • Strong risk management capability, ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate policy requirements across AI delivery.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.

 

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications


  • Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

 

What We Offer

 

This role offers the opportunity to shape Citi's generative AI capability at scale, within a hybrid model that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

  • Work in a hybrid arrangement with three days in the office and two days working remotely each week.
  • Lead complex, high-impact AI initiatives with visibility across global technology teams.
  • Access ongoing learning and development opportunities to deepen technical and leadership expertise.
  • Benefit from programs supporting financial wellbeing and long-term career growth.
  • Collaborate with technology teams across regions on large-scale AI delivery.

  Apply today to lead Citi's generative AI delivery and shape the future of its technology platforms.  

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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:Irving Texas United States

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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.

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Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:Nov 10, 2026

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Automated Processing and AI

We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.


Importantly, 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. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.


Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right

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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.
View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.

Skills Required

  • More than 10 years of experience in applications development and enterprise-scale technology delivery
  • Experience managing global technology teams across multiple locations and time zones
  • Working knowledge of generative AI and software delivery industry practices and standards
  • Proficiency in Python for building, reviewing, and guiding generative AI and agentic solutions
  • Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills for engaging senior stakeholders
  • Ability to negotiate and influence senior leaders and external parties on technology strategy and delivery decisions
  • Strong risk management capability, including compliance with regulatory and corporate policy requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field
  • Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
226,610 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

Citigroup is a global diversified financial services holding company serving consumers, corporations, governments and institutions. It provides consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, trade and securities services, and wealth management. Operating across nearly 160 countries and jurisdictions, Citi aims to be a leading partner for institutions with cross-border needs, a global wealth manager, and a valued personal bank in the United States.

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