The Lead Solutions Architect at Citi is a strategic professional focused on the intersection of credit card domain expertise and generative AI innovation. This role involves building foundational knowledge in U.S. Credit Cards while collaborating with top engineering talent. The successful candidate will apply generative AI and machine learning to address real-world business challenges. This position emphasizes mastering credit card domain knowledge and contributing to innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences.

• 6+ years of hands-on technical experience in software development with strong proficiency in backend programming and system design.
• Deep expertise in backend programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or Node.js.
• Strong proficiency in web development technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Proven experience with middleware technologies for building event-driven architectures.
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and containerization technologies.
• Understanding of DevOps principles and practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Provide architectural vision for assigned IT systems.
• Develop architecture, strategy, planning, and problem-solving solutions.
• Maintain continuous awareness of business, technical, and infrastructure issues.
• Interface with vendors to assess their technology.
• Exhibit in-depth knowledge of how own specialism contributes to the business.
• Provide thought leadership in subjects that are key to the business.
• Use developed communication skills to negotiate at higher levels.
• Design solution architecture for cloud-native applications.
• Select project technology stack and perform project architecture reviews.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to provide solutions.

• 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.