The Senior Engineering Lead – Payments Platform at Citi is a senior-level innovator responsible for defining the future of the bank's payments infrastructure. This role requires a unique blend of technical mastery and systems-level thinking to architect resilient, AI-powered microservices for high-volume payment transaction processing. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions while mentoring the next generation of engineers. This position offers an opportunity to shape the evolution of Citi's payments technology in a dynamic environment.

• 10+ years of hands-on Software Engineering experience in enterprise-grade payments or financial transaction processing systems.
• Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in applications development using Java technologies, including Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
• Proficiency in programming languages including Java and Python, with experience designing and maintaining enterprise-scale payments platforms.
• Experience designing and implementing resilient microservices architectures for high-availability performance.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD tools including Jenkins and GitLab CI/CD.

• Lead integration of functions to meet goals and enhance payment processing workflows.
• Analyze complex business processes and payments industry standards to develop solutions.
• Provide expertise in applications programming and plan assignments involving large budgets.
• Develop application methodologies and standards for program analysis, design, and implementation.
• Consult with payments product owners to identify system function specifications.

• 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.