Location
Jersey City, NJ
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/1/2026
Compensation
$142,320 - $213,480 per year
Job description
The Senior AI Engineer is a hands-on leadership role focused on developing and implementing AI application systems in collaboration with the Technology team. The primary objective is to lead the development of AI agents and autonomous systems while ensuring integration with enterprise systems. This position requires extensive experience in AI technologies and a strong background in Python development. The engineer will also mentor teams and drive innovation in AI solutions.
Requirements
- Extensive hands-on experience with GenAI concepts, Large Language Models (LLMs), and agentic frameworks.
- Expert proficiency in Python for AI/ML development and backend services.
- Experience with AI Development Tools such as Claude Code and Copilot.
- Proficient with containerization and orchestration technologies like Kubernetes.
- 6+ years of software development experience with a focus on Python.
- Proven expertise in LLMs and fine-tuning methods.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and agile development environments.
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead AI agent development and deployment using GenAI platforms and microservices.
- Architect and build autonomous AI systems for problem-solving and decision-making.
- Develop resilient systems with advanced error handling and fault tolerance.
- Drive thought leadership in GenAI and integrate emerging platforms.
- Deliver end-to-end Agentic AI solutions focusing on Python backend services.
- Optimize AI agent performance and cost through various strategies.
- Establish CI/CD practices for automated testing and cloud-native deployment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver software.
- Analyze applications for vulnerabilities and troubleshoot software issues.
- Mentor and coach engineering teams and contribute to continuous learning initiatives.
Benefits
- 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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Citibank Na
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
75
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
569
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.5%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-75%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-58%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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