Senior Engineering Manager, Citi

Citi

Location:
United States, Jersey City

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

176720.00 - 265080.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Citi is looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead and grow a team of talented software engineers, driving innovation and ensuring delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions within the Banking As A Service Technology line of business.

Job Responsibility:

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and inclusive environment
Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development
Recruit, hire, and onboard new team members
Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
Provide technical guidance and leadership to the team, ensuring adherence to best practices and architectural principles
Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and timelines
Oversee the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality software solutions
Ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of our systems
Drive innovation by exploring new technologies and approaches
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery
Develop and maintain project plans, track progress, and identify and mitigate risks
Communicate project status to stakeholders regularly
Implement and improve agile development processes
Contribute to the overall engineering strategy and roadmap
Align team goals with company objectives
Identify and address technical challenges and opportunities
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
Master's degree preferred
15+ years of experience in software development
5+ years of experience in a management or leadership role, leading software engineering teams
Proficiency in programming language – Java
Experience with database systems – ORASS
Preferred experience with cloud platforms – AWS, Azure, etc
Strong knowledge of repository and version control systems – Bitbucket, Git
Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools
Experience using SDLC management tools - JIRA
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Ability to motivate and inspire a team
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice to have:

Preferred experience with cloud platforms – AWS, Azure, etc
Experience with developing client facing APIs for Banking Industry
Contributions to open-source projects.

What we offer:

Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 06, 2025

Expiration:
September 30, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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