The Senior Architectural and Engineering Lead will drive the vision and execution of a regulatory big data framework within the financial services domain. This role requires a seasoned professional to lead a core technology team focused on scalable solutions for regulatory reporting applications. The ideal candidate will leverage their deep expertise in big data technologies and architectural simplification to address complex business challenges. A strong commitment to innovation and collaboration with various stakeholders is essential for success in this position.

• 10+ years of proven experience in a senior-level architectural and engineering role.
• 5+ years of experience in leading large scale enterprise architecture initiatives within the banking and financial services industry.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP in combination with big data technologies like Hadoop, Hive, Spark, and Data Bricks.
• Knowledge of machine learning and advanced analytics within big data environments.
• Strong decision-making, forward-thinking, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of design metrics, analytics tools, and benchmarking activities.
• In-depth domain knowledge of financial services.
• Demonstrable commitment to architectural simplification and building sustainable platforms.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, multi-stakeholder environment.

• Lead and guide a core technology team responsible for developing and maintaining regulatory reporting frameworks.
• Establish best practices for big data architecture including data governance, security, and metadata requirements.
• Evaluate and test potential architecture solution designs to ensure they meet functional and non-functional requirements.
• Design, develop, and implement an end-to-end robust, scalable framework that addresses critical business needs.
• Evaluate different technical options, conduct comparative analyses, and present clear recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Drive opportunities for efficiency gains, enhanced controls, and extendable scalability through innovative architectural solutions.
• Articulate and demonstrate architectural vision through various architectural artifacts.
• Collaborate with high-performing teams to design enterprise-wide solutions across business, technical, and data architecture domains.
• Engage with key stakeholders across different Lines of Business and functions to ensure global engagement and alignment.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and fostering a culture of innovation.

• Citi offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, stock programs, healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and programs supporting employee wellbeing and professional development.