Senior Engineering Manager-APIs and Integrations

citi.com; Ontario; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to drive application systems analysis and programming activities. The role involves managing teams, implementing API-driven processes, and ensuring compliance with policies. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in API design, banking, and leadership.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience.
• 8-10+ years managerial experience.
• Experience in banking sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement API-driven processes.
• Manage and develop multiple teams.
• Lead system architecture design.

Skills

API design

Integration

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Quality commitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technology or related field

Job description

The role is a senior management level position responsible for achieving results through managing a team or department, aiming to establish and implement new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology Team. The overall goal is to drive applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Engineering Manager will:

1. Design and implement API-driven processes.
2. Evaluate and integrate API technologies (e.g., websockets, webhooks).
3. Develop and maintain ecosystems for banking clients, focusing on onboarding, user experience, and core banking integration.
4. Manage and develop multiple teams, conduct personnel duties, ensure adherence to best practices, and develop team roles and responsibilities for maximum impact.
5. Present team and project reviews to senior management and business leaders.
6. Lead system architecture design, work with end-users, and improve deliverable quality.
7. Ensure compliance with policies, maintain documentation, and manage change controls, including regulatory reporting.
8. Research, resolve issues, provide recommendations, and escalate as needed.
9. Manage disaster recovery plans, oversee testing, and authorize new applications.
10. Lead staff forums and communicate organizational updates.
11. Contribute to best practices and ensure transparency across teams.
12. Assess risks in business decisions, ensure compliance, and supervise activity standards.

Qualifications:

1. Strong background in API design and integration, preferably within wholesale banking or KYC.
2. Proven leadership or mentorship experience in engineering teams with influence over technical direction.
3. Experience in banking sector preferred.
4. Analytical, solution-oriented, committed to quality and continuous improvement.
5. 15+ years of relevant experience.
6. 8-10+ years managerial experience.

Education:

Job Family Group: Technology

Job Family: Applications Development

Time Type: Full time

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