Lead Data Engineer

Citigroup; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup in Pune invites a Sr Data Engineer (VP) to join our technology team. You will contribute to the design, analysis, and implementation of enterprise data solutions, focusing on data warehouse, ETL, and big data pipelines.

You will lead complex projects, mentor junior analysts, and collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure scalable, secure, and compliant data platforms. A strong background in SQL, Python, PySpark and DevOps practices is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, and develop new or revised applications systems.
• Monitor and control all phases of development and provide user/operational support.
• Analyze complex problems, evaluate business processes, and provide solutions.
• Advise on security measures and post-implementation analysis.
• Serve as SME to senior stakeholders and coach to junior analysts.

Skills

Big Data

Data Warehousing

Python

SQL

PySpark

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS SQL

Unix Shell

PySpark

Dealogic Data

Job description

The Sr Data Engineer, VP is an senior level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
• Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
• Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
• Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
• Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
• Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
• Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of relevant experience
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Critical Skills

• Data Warehouse/ETL design and development methodologies knowledge and experience required
• Database expertise on Database systems - MS_SQL
• Expertise in Unix shell scripting, Python, PySpark
• Familiarity with infrastructure needs to have environment up and running and tweak as necessary
• Experience working in the IB Products domain and Dealogic Data
• Extensive experience in system analysis and 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
• Knowledge and development experience in BigData technologies is a plus.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements of applications is a plus.
• Exposure to AI trends & technologies

Job Family Group: Technology

Job Family: Applications Development

Time Type: Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

Java (Programming Language).

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