Full Stack Engineer; Kotlin​/Python – VP

Department Overview

Equities Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi‑year transformation to build a best‑in‑class global platform across execution, prime, clearing and cross‑product margining. We are re‑engineering our technology estate to achieve world‑leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities in advanced execution, global market connectivity, and modernised post‑trade, clearing and margin processes. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise.

As part of the team, you’ll collaborate closely with high‑calibre engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of Equities technology at Citi.

Citi is seeking an accomplished and highly motivated Vice President (VP) level developer to join our Strategic Equity Solutions (SES) team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the creation of greenfield services focused on enhancing trader workflow tooling. As a key member of an agile, self‑organizing team, you will have direct engagement with business users globally, offering substantial autonomy in technology decisions.

Our team is committed to continuous delivery, owning the entire pipeline to production, and striving for frequent releases that drive immediate business value.

• Design & Develop:
  Iteratively develop robust, high‑performance software solutions from initial concept through to production deployment, directly impacting trader efficiency and capabilities.
• Business Acumen & Product Ownership:
  Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, demonstrating a keen understanding of business drivers and a strong product owner mindset. Translate complex requirements into technical specifications and innovative solutions that address critical trading needs. Functionally, this role will directly support the Strategic Equity Solutions (SES) business.
• Code Excellence:
  Produce clean, efficient, and well‑documented code, adhering to best practices and contributing to a high‑quality codebase.
• Engineering Leadership:
  Champion and share best engineering practices, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and mentor junior colleagues across the wider technology team. Technically, you will be an integral part of the ABS team.
• Innovation & Adaptation:
  Proactively evaluate and integrate new technologies, including AI tooling, to maintain a leading edge in our solutions.
• Full Lifecycle Ownership:
  Take ownership of the entire software development lifecycle, from design and development to testing, deployment, and monitoring in a Dev Ops‑centric environment.

We are looking for a versatile and experienced professional. This position can be tailored to a Full Stack Developer or a dedicated Backend Developer, depending on the candidate's core strengths and career aspirations.

• Backend Expertise (Mandatory for Backend Role, Highly Desired for Full Stack):
  • Strong proficiency in modern backend languages such as Kotlin and/or Python.
  • Extensive experience with microservices architecture and developing scalable, resilient services.
  • Demonstrated experience deploying and managing applications within containerization platforms like Kubernetes and Open Shift.
• Front‑end Expertise:
  • Experienced in Python‑based front‑end frameworks (e.g., Dash, Streamlit, or other relevant Python web frameworks) would be desirable.
• Dev Ops & Modern SDLC:
  • Deep understanding and practical application of Dev Ops principles, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and trunk‑based development.
  • A strong commitment to fully automated testing and continuous integration.
• Domain Knowledge:
  • Prior experience with front office applications and an understanding of trading workflows, financial instruments, or market data will be a significant advantage.
• Educational Background:
  • Bachelor’s degree or University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in a similar role.

By joining Citi, you…