Electronic Trading Software Engineer – Rust / C++ (Vice President)

• Core Development: Design, build, and enhance low-latency electronic trading systems using Rust for performance-critical components
• Product Collaboration: Partner with traders, quant researchers, and clients to understand their needs and translate them into innovative product features and enhancements
• Testing: Continuously improve and maintain testing frameworks, development tools, and environments to ensure platform reliability and performance at scale
• AI-Powered SDLC: Leverage Citi's suite of AI-powered development tools throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to enhance productivity, code quality, and innovation
• Agile & CI/CD: Contribute to and champion Agile development practices and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) processes with a focus on shift-left testing and accelerated release cycles
• Platform Support & Enhancement: Build and maintain common solutions for trading platform monitoring, trade reconciliation, application recovery, and other essential support functions

• Minimum 7 years of experience with strong technical knowledge and expertise in Rust or C++
• Prior experience in developing electronic trading platforms in a global financial institution or equivalent environment
• Strong understanding of automated testing techniques and quality engineering practices
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and Continuous Integration processes
• Familiarity with low-latency system design, including performance optimization, concurrency, and high-throughput architecture
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, globally distributed environment
• Excellent communication skills with a demonstrable ability to present and grasp complex concepts in a multicultural, cross-regional environment
• Knowledge of regional exchange microstructure and regulatory regimes
• Prior experience in managing small teams is a plus
• Bachelor's degree / University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

Prior experience in managing small teams