Citi is seeking a highly motivated and curious engineer as a trading tool developer to work embedded within the Systematic & Credit Portfolio Trading business. This role is based directly on our trading floor, offering a unique opportunity for in-person collaboration with traders, quants, and product development. You will rapidly iterate on revenue-making & risk-reducing tooling, learn the business context, and balance strategic builds versus immediate needs. This position provides an outstanding opportunity for a developer to directly experience the impact of their work and help grow a new strategic trading desk.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with traders, quants and product dev team to develop trading tools (such as portfolio pricing, risk analysis, etc.)
- Leverage Java to create high quality software that can be delivered iteratively
- Ensure stability and maintainability of critical trading functions
Required Skills / Experience:
- 4+ years of building applications and tools in Java or similar language
- Strong engineering fundamentals – managing complexity and designing for stability and maintainability
- Interest in learning about the Portfolio Trading business
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Prior experience in Credit or other secondary trading businesses is a plus
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Job Family Group: Technology------------------------------------------------------
Job Family:Applications Development------------------------------------------------------
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Primary Location:New York New York United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$121,200.00 - $181,800.00
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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Skills Required
- 4+ years building applications and tools in Java or similar language
- Strong engineering fundamentals; ability to manage complexity and design for stability and maintainability
- Interest in learning about the Portfolio Trading business
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Prior experience in Credit or other secondary trading businesses
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) with matching and additional plan options like a Roth 401(k). Financial support is reinforced through discounts and broader financial guidance resources tied to the benefits ecosystem.
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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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