Citi's Equities Technology organization is seeking a seasoned and strategic Development Engineer to join the Equities Electronic- Execution (Electronic Trading) technology team. This role is pivotal in driving the architecture, design, and implementation of our next-generation automation frameworks. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise in modern software development and testing practices, capable of steering our engineering strategy to support complex, high-performance trading applications within an Agile environment.
Responsibilities
- Automation Architecture: Architect, design, and lead the development of sophisticated, scalable, and maintainable test automation frameworks using Java, Python, and BDD tools like Cucumber.
- Strategic Leadership: Define and execute a comprehensive automation strategy that aligns with business goals and technology roadmaps. Drive the adoption of best practices in code quality, testing, and maintainability.
- Agile Practice: Champion and implement Agile methodologies to drive efficiency, collaboration, and rapid feedback within the quality engineering process.
- CI/CD and DevOps: Champion the integration of quality engineering into the CI/CD pipeline. Enhance and optimize the pipeline for continuous testing and delivery in a containerized environment (Docker, Openshift).
- Containerization Expertise: Leverage Docker and container orchestration platforms like Openshift to build and manage robust, isolated, and scalable testing environments.
- Platform and System Testing: Oversee the quality assurance for critical trading systems, including the Lightspeed platform, ensuring functionality, performance, and resilience.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with development, DevOps, and business teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the entire software development lifecycle.
- Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest industry trends in test automation and financial technology. Evaluate and integrate AI-powered development tools to enhance productivity and test effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Extensive experience in a senior software or automation engineering role, with a proven track record of leadership and strategic impact.
- In-depth knowledge of the FIX protocol is essential.
- Expert-level proficiency in Java and Python.
- Deep, hands-on experience with BDD frameworks, particularly Cucumber.
- Strong expertise in container technologies (Docker) and container orchestration platforms (Openshift).
- Proven experience designing, building, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
- Experience in the financial services industry, with exposure to trading systems.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to architect solutions for complex technical challenges.
- Knowledge of algorithmic trading and Smart Order Routing (SOR) is a significant advantage.
Education
Bachelor's degree / University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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Skills Required
- Extensive experience in senior software or automation engineering with leadership and strategic impact
- In-depth knowledge of the FIX protocol
- Expert-level proficiency in Java
- Expert-level proficiency in Python
- Deep, hands-on experience with BDD frameworks, particularly Cucumber
- Strong expertise in container technologies (Docker) and container orchestration platforms (Openshift)
- Proven experience designing, building, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
- Experience in the financial services industry with exposure to trading systems
- Knowledge of algorithmic trading and Smart Order Routing (SOR)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
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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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