Applications Development Lead Analyst

Citigroup Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Chennai seeks a senior Applications Lead Analyst to establish and implement new or revised application systems, coordinating with the Technology team to drive analysis and programming activities.

The role requires deep expertise in applications development, system analysis, and project leadership, with a focus on delivering large-scale technology initiatives within a global financial institution.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role.
• Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development.
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements.
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards.
• Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals.
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions.
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Skills

Apps Development

Systems analysis

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
• Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
• Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Recommended Qualifications

• 20+ years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

• Profound knowledge on Finance application topography, Expertise in gap analysis and solutioning and profound knowledge in CITI internal Process.
• Maintain a current and forward-looking perspective on the competitive landscape, emerging AI technologies, and fintech trends to ensure our strategies remain at the cutting edge.
• Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, transformative technology projects within a global financial institution.
• Govern a portfolio of high-impact AI projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard of quality. Implement and refine project management best practices tailored for agile, data-centric development.
• Deep, demonstrable techno-functional knowledge of CITI's internal processes, infrastructure, and project management methodologies.
• Lead stakeholder coordination & collaboration, with business unit leaders and technology teams to identify opportunities, secure buy-in, communicate progress, and manage expectations for all initiatives including AI.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive status dashboards and reporting mechanisms to provide transparent, real-time updates on project progress, KPIs, risks, Compliance for the entire portfolio and outcomes to all relevant stakeholders.
• Extensive experience in a leadership role, with a strong background in managing and mentoring high-performing teams.

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Job Family Group

Technology

Job Family

Applications Development

Time Type

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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