We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Principal Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of our AI transformation journey, partnering directly with technology leaders to fundamentally reimagine and re-engineer core business processes. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and a passion for AI. You will act as the crucial bridge between business needs and technical solutions, identifying opportunities for AI-driven automation and bringing those concepts to life. A key part of your role will be to drive the adoption of these reference solutions within various business contexts and to apprentice future experts, ensuring the onward sustainability and scalability of our AI capabilities. You will achieve this by leveraging the full breadth and depth of Citi AI capabilities, including our growing set of AI agents.
Responsibilities:
- Apply depth of knowledge and expertise to all aspects of the software development lifecycle, as well as partner continuously with stakeholders on a regular basis
- Develop and engineer solutions within multiple agile software delivery teams, working to collaboratively deliver sprint goals, write code, and participate in the broader Citi technical community.
- Actively contributes to the implementation of critical features and complex technical solutions. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that meets the highest standards of quality.
- Collaborate with other Principal Engineers to define and evolve the overall system architecture and design.
- Provide guidance on scalable, robust, and efficient solutions that align with business requirements and industry best practices.
- Offer expert engineering guidance and support to multiple teams, helping them overcome technical challenges, make informed decisions, and deliver high-quality software solutions.
- Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends.
Qualifications:
- Prove experience in a Software Engineering leader role with 1 or more leveraging AI coding agents effectively
- Deeply interested in building solutions that delight the consumer and are technically sound
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Skills Required
- Experience in a software engineering leadership role
- Experience leveraging AI coding agents effectively
- Strong interest in building technically sound solutions that delight consumers
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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.
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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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