Application Development Lead Analyst Python- Vice President

Citi; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking a seasoned Senior Full-Stack Developer to join their AI Acceleration team in Maharashtra, India. The ideal candidate will lead innovative projects and enhance user interface interactions through AI capabilities while developing high-quality code in languages such as Python and Java.

The role requires a passion for modern web development, collaboration within an agile team, and a commitment to quality. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is essential, with further education in tech as a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior full-stack software engineer with a passion for modern development.
• Proficiency in TypeScript and React.js, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and REST APIs.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design and build intuitive and easy-to-use platform capabilities.
• Drive the vision and implementation of AI for enhanced UI interactions.
• Lead and manage technical components within the team.
• Develop, implement, and maintain high-quality code.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical problems.
• Work effectively with teammates on shared components.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior members.
• Ensure software quality through code reviews and testing.

Skills

Python

TypeScript

React.js

HTML

CSS

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms

Microservices architecture

REST APIs

DevSecOps principles

Clean code

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Graduate-level education in a related field

Job description

About the Team

The AI Acceleration team, part of Citi's AI organization, is a small, global team dedicated to building innovative solutions for the wider bank. Our solutions are used by developers across Citi, requiring them to be robust and high‑quality. We focus on delivering capabilities that support secure data sharing for Agentic AI, enhance data governance, and drive modern architecture through various tools. This role offers significant exposure to cutting‑edge AI solutions and development within a dynamic technical environment.

Role Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Full‑Stack Developer and Technologist with a strong Python (or Java with willingness to learn Java) to join our flat, agile team. The ideal candidate will be a self‑starter, innovative, and a strong collaborator, contributing to critical projects that advance Citi's AI and data strategy. This is a hands‑on engineering role for someone passionate about modern web development and building high‑impact platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• User Experience Focus: Design and build intuitive and easy to use platform capabilities catering to a diverse end‑user audience across the firm.
• AI‑Powered UI Interoperability: Drive the vision and implementation of AI to enhance user interface interactions and improve workflows.
• Technical Leadership: Lead and manage technical components within the team, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving best practices.
• Software Development: Develop, implement, and maintain high‑quality code using object‑oriented programming principles in languages such as Java, Python, or Golang.
• CI/CD & DevOps: Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment.
• Troubleshooting: Proactively identify, diagnose, and resolve technical problems and bugs efficiently.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with teammates on shared components and codebases, fostering a collaborative development environment.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, contributing to their growth and development.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure software quality through rigorous code reviews, technical design reviews, unit testing, and integration testing.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience as a senior full‑stack software engineer with a passion for modern development. Python
• Front‑End Expertise: Proficiency in TypeScript and react.js, HTML, CSS is desirable.
• Containerization & Cloud: Demonstrated experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (e.g., OpenShift).
• Architecture: Solid understanding of microservices architecture, REST APIs, and message queuing systems.
• Development Principles: Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.
• Programming: Proficient in at least one object‑oriented programming language (e.g., Java, Python).
• Fundamentals: Strong grasp of technical fundamentals including networking, databases, and CLI.
• Code Quality: Passion for delivering clean, testable, and maintainable code.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment where requirements may evolve.

Desirable Skills

• Presentation Skills: Strong ability to articulate complex technical ideas and present them effectively to senior leadership.
• Generative AI Knowledge: Understanding of Generative AI capabilities, including system prompts, tool selection, and Model Context Protocol for data and service sharing.
• Team Management: Experience or interest in software team management.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Graduate‑level education or continuing education in a related field is a plus.

Equal Opportunity

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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