Head of FX Execution Technology, Citi

Citi

Location:
United Kingdom, London

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

Citi’s technology team supports business operations in 100+ countries, across multiple lines of business spanning both Institutional and retail businesses. The group works to optimize the IT environment by standardizing production platforms, reducing complexity, and introducing innovative solutions that provide new business capabilities, reduce total cost of ownership, and create a competitive advantage for Citi. Citi FX has a physical presence in 83 countries with 1,400 dedicated staff giving us the largest FX presence of any bank globally. Foreign Exchange has been one of the defining businesses of Citi for much of its 200 year existence. Technology is a central pillar for our plans to sustain and grow our FX business.

Job Responsibility:

Manage and inspire a high-quality team of engineers
Work with teams across FX Technology to define and then implement solutions that benefit the business
Technical implementation and thought leadership
Work with teams across FX Technology to define and then implement solutions that benefit multiple asset classes
Manage/develop teams of professionals to accomplish established goals and conduct personnel duties for team (e.g. performance evaluations, hiring and disciplinary actions)
Ensure team adheres to best practices and process
Develop vision for team around roles and responsibilities, and structure team to ensure greatest impact, efficient use of resource, and alignment to business structures
Drive the design and development of system architecture, work with end-users of the systems, and enhance the quality of deliverables
Ensure staff follows Citi documented policy and procedures as well as maintain desktop procedures and supporting documentation for filings on a current basis and in comprehensive manner
Lead and deliver local staff forums, present global, regional, and location news and updates to engage team in the progress of organization
Contribute to defining and implementing best practices and processes for the department and ensure transparency and consistency across teams

Requirements:

Hands-on coding / engineering skills
Proven understanding of ultra-low-latency development practices
Proven understanding of FX highly preferred
Proven leadership experience within an Execution Technology Business
Ability to develop a team that is seen as the engineering role model for the organization
Ability to work directly with trading and quant teams
Proven track record of building new systems, replacing legacy systems and renovating existing systems
The candidate will have a strong systems (software, hardware, networks) knowledge required to define solutions and trouble shoot issues
Exceptional communicator who loves working with people, confident communicating at all levels from an individual team to the entire enterprise
Highly credible hands-on engineer, confident to deep dive into a product and codebase and offer detailed, constructive analysis and feedback
Awareness of industry trends and leveraging new technologies as appropriate
Experience in collaborating and influencing cross-functional teams
Degree educated (Masters preferred) in an Engineering stream with a very good academic record throughout from premier institutions or experience operating in a similar role

What we offer:

27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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