Generative AI Solutions Application Development Lead Senior Vice President

Citi; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 176,720 - 265,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off packages

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Jersey City is seeking a Sr. Engineering Development Manager, SVP, to lead the development of an intelligent document processing platform. You will design and architect a scalable platform using Generative AI technologies while managing a talented team. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in systems architecture and software development, particularly in AI/ML and DevOps practices. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive industry experience in systems architecture and software development.
• 8+ years proven experience designing and implementing large-scale, complex microservices architectures.
• 5+ years hands-on experience with Python as a primary development language.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of a cutting-edge platform.
• Drive AI/ML innovation and implement RAG-based architectures.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing team of engineers.

Skills

Data Processing

AI/ML

Python

DevOps

Education

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Are you a visionary engineering leader with a passion for building cutting‑edge platforms using Generative AI? Do you thrive on driving innovation, managing high‑performing teams, and delivering impactful solutions in a fast‑paced environment?

Citi is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Sr. Engineering Development Manager, SVP to lead the development of our intelligent document processing platform for the Services Technology Business. This pivotal role involves spearheading the design, architecture, and implementation of highly scalable and robust application systems, leveraging the latest advancements in AI and cloud technologies. If you’re ready to shape the future of intelligent automation and lead a talented team to success, we invite you to join us.

About the Role

As the Sr. Engineering Development Manager, SVP, you will be responsible for defining the technical vision, managing a team of accomplished engineers, and coordinating with product and technology partners to deliver transformative solutions. Your expertise will be critical in driving systems analysis and programming activities, ensuring our platforms are scalable, reliable, and performant.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Platform Leadership: Design and architect a cutting‑edge, end‑to‑end platform for image digitization, integrating Generative AI technologies with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance.
• AI/ML Innovation: Drive the implementation of RAG‑based architectures and leverage multimodal capabilities of commercial Large Language Models to build intelligent applications, including search, chat agents, and guided analytics.
• Engineering Excellence: Implement and champion best DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) to streamline development and deployment.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a high‑performing team of developers and analysts, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and innovation. Recruit top talent and ensure professional growth for all team members.
• Project & Risk Management: Oversee the Book of Work deliverables, manage project goals, and proactively mitigate risks. Adapt quickly to changing priorities, ensuring the team pivots effectively to meet evolving business needs.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Influence and negotiate with senior leaders and external partners. Lead technical design discussions, negotiating feature sets and guiding development efforts across integrating applications.
• Compliance & Ethical Conduct: Appropriately assess and manage technical and business risks, safeguarding the firm’s reputation and assets. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, exercising sound ethical judgment.
• Product Partnership: Collaborate closely with Product Development to align on priorities, roadmaps, and feature delivery.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive industry experience in systems architecture and software development, with a strong emphasis on Data Processing, AI/ML, and DevOps.
• 8+ years proven experience designing and implementing large‑scale, complex microservices architectures in cloud environments (e.g., single/multi‑tenant solutions on AWS, Azure, GCP).
• 8+ years experience and comprehensive understanding of software development lifecycle, microservices architecture, and API design principles.
• 5+ years hands‑on experience with Python as a primary development language, complemented by full‑stack application development.
• 5+ years experience with DevOps tools (Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
• 5+ years experience in Generative AI technologies, including proficiency in AI/ML frameworks (e.g., Langchain) and practical experience building applications with Large Language Models.
• Experience with diverse data storage solutions (NoSQL, SQL, data lakes) and pipeline orchestration.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in managing and mentoring engineering teams, setting development standards, and driving project execution.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills, with a track record of delivering innovative solutions and improving performance.

Education

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or equivalent work experience.

Additional Responsibilities & Desired Attributes

• Lead the build‑out of an intelligent document processing platform for the Services Technology Business.
• Directly work with product partners, developing project plans, and constructing comprehensive roadmaps.
• Engage in building robust workflow libraries to enhance platform capabilities.
• Demonstrable portfolio of significant software applications developed over the last 5 years.
• Experience with full life cycle software development, emphasizing Generative AI integration.

Job Family Group

Technology

Job Family

Applications Development

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$176,720.00 - $265,080.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays.

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Processing, DevOps, Machine Learning (ML), Python (Programming Language).

Anticipated Posting Close Date

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