The Investment Solution Senior Lead Analyst is a senior level position responsible for architecting and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology delivery Team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities. Requires a comprehensive understanding of multiple areas within a function and how they interact to achieve the objectives of the function and integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined domain / area. Contributes to standards around which others will operate. Requires in-depth understanding of wealth domains such as capital markets, alternative investments, portfolio management domains collectively integrate within the sub-function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the entire function.
Responsibilities:
Lead integration of functions to meet goals, deploy new products, and enhance processes
Analyze complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards to define and develop solutions to high level problems
Develops the architectural strategy for a group (portfolio) of IT systems.
Develops and recommends solutions that conform to enterprise standards.
Develops technological and business application portfolio road maps, based on emerging technologies and market trends/direction.
Responsible for all technical directions and decisions based on technical expertise, experience, vision and market directions.
Supports the business/clients in evaluating and articulating the technical benefits of a solution to stakeholders.
Analyzes and evaluates strategic technologies offered by vendors.
Has in depth understanding of how architecture integrates within technology and has commercial awareness.
Requires evaluative judgment based on analysis of factual information in complicated or novel situations; uses multiple sources of information.
Impacts engineering through responsibility for planning, finances/ budget, end results and setting of policies.
Influences and negotiates with senior leaders (across functions); may communicate and negotiate with external parties.
Provide expertise in area of advanced knowledge of applications programming and plan assignments involving large budgets, cross functional project, or multiple projects
Develop application methodologies and standards for program analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
Utilize advanced knowledge of supported main system flows and comprehensive knowledge of multiple areas to achieve technology goals
Consult with end users to identify system function specifications and incorporate into overall system design
Influence and negotiate with senior leaders and communicate with external parties
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.
Qualifications:
15+ years of relevant experience
Hands on experience in implementing projects
Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in area(s) of Applications Development and Investment domain
Demonstrated knowledge of client core business functions
Relationship and consensus building skills
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree in engineering or equivalent experience
Master’s degree preferred
- Experience in leading and delivery of investment platform, financial planning, margin lending, trade booking, mutual funds, brokerage, share financing, derivatives, custody, and escrow services.
- Knowledge and experience in implementation of Unified managed account and strong SME knowledge in implementation of professionally managed account
- Knowledge of and experience in digital such as mobile and web & emerging technologies including Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Node.js, SaaS/PaaS/IaaS, Micro Services, Containers / cloud, RESTful API’s, API Gateway, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
- Experience in formulating, executing commercial arrangements for products & services
- Industry certification such as AWS solution architect, TOGAF, GCP solution architect, BIAN are preferred
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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 25, 2026------------------------------------------------------
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Skills Required
- 15+ years of relevant experience
- Hands on experience in implementing projects
- Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
- Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert in Applications Development and Investment domain
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
- Master's degree preferred
- Industry certification such as AWS solution architect, TOGAF preferred
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