Lead Software Engineer – Margin Technology - Vice President

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London, England, GBR
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Fintech • Financial Services
The Role
Lead design and build robust, high-quality margin and collateral systems. Develop RESTful APIs, event-driven microservices and micro-frontends, apply TDD and clean code, collaborate with product and global teams to automate post-trade processes and improve performance and resiliency.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

What We do / The Team:

Markets Operations Technology is going through an exciting phase of transformation in margin and collateral domain. We are re‑engineering our technology estate to achieve world‑leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities in advanced execution, global market connectivity, and modernised post‑trade, clearing and margin processes. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise.

Role Overview/What will you do:

As Lead Software Engineer in our global technology team, you will be working with a group of passionate engineers who build technical solutions to complex business problems.

You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our product and working towards a target state of a fully automated platform with minimal manual interventions. You will have an opportunity to participate in the whole spectrum of building a software solution, closely working with product teams and users. We expect you to contribute to our vision of building a strong engineering culture within our global teams.

This role is for someone who is a strong technologist, enjoys solving engineering challenges, has experience in building robust and high-quality solutions, has excellent communication skills and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Key Skills and Experience required -
 

  • Hands-on professional software development experience

  • Proficiency in programming in Java, Python, JavaScript or React

  • Experience of building RESTful APIs using popular frameworks like Spring

  • Experience of working with event driven systems, microservices, micro-frontend UIs

  • Experience of following TDD and clean code principles

  • Proficiency with data structures, algorithms and SQL

  • Able to independently work in fast paced and rapidly changing environment

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering field involving software programming or systems engineering

Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience:

  • Experience of using cloud services such as AWS and distributed systems such as Kafka, Kubernetes, S3, DynamoDB, MongoDB or any other NoSQL database

  • Experience of working in investment bank or financial services industry

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

What we’ll provide you:

By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

  • 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

  • A discretional annual performance related bonus

  • Private Medical Care & Life Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Pension Plan

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Special discounts for employees, family, and friends

  • Access to an array of learning and development resources

Visit our About Us | Culture, Values & Benefits page to learn more.

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.

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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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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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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

  • Hands-on professional software development experience
  • Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript or React
  • Experience building RESTful APIs using frameworks like Spring
  • Experience with event-driven systems, microservices, micro-frontend UIs
  • Experience following TDD and clean code principles
  • Proficiency with data structures, algorithms and SQL
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering
  • Experience with AWS, Kafka, Kubernetes, S3, DynamoDB, MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
  • Experience working in investment banking or financial services

Citi Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Citi and has not been reviewed or approved by Citi.

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance plus on-site clinics, prescription drug support, and disability coverage. Family-building support such as fertility assistance is described as a notable differentiator within the overall package.
  • 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.
  • 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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