Investment Solution Senior Lead Analyst

Citi; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 156,160 - 234,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Life, accident, and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off packages

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an Investment Solution Senior Lead Analyst to architect and implement application systems. This senior role requires over 15 years of experience, including expertise in systems analysis and project implementation. Responsibilities include leading integration functions, analyzing business processes, and developing architectural strategies. A Bachelor's degree in engineering is required, with a Master's preferred. The position is based in Irving, Texas, with a competitive salary range from $156,160 to $234,240.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience is required.
• Hands-on experience in implementing projects is needed.
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of functions to meet goals and deploy new products.
• Analyze complex business processes and develop solutions.
• Develop the architectural strategy for a group of IT systems.

Skills

15+ years of relevant experience

Hands on experience in implementing projects

Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications

Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Applications Development

Relationship and consensus building skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

Node.js

Job description

The Investment Solution Senior Lead Analyst is a senior level position responsible for architecting and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology delivery Team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities. Requires a comprehensive understanding of multiple areas within a function and how they interact to achieve the objectives of the function and integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined domain / area. Contributes to standards around which others will operate. Requires in-depth understanding of wealth domains such as capital markets, alternative investments, portfolio management domains collectively integrate within the sub-function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the entire function.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of functions to meet goals, deploy new products, and enhance processes
• Analyze complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards to define and develop solutions to high level problems
• Develops the architectural strategy for a group (portfolio) of IT systems.
• Develops and recommends solutions that conform to enterprise standards.
• Develops technological and business application portfolio road maps, based on emerging technologies and market trends/direction.
• Responsible for all technical directions and decisions based on technical expertise, experience, vision and market directions.
• Supports the business/clients in evaluating and articulating the technical benefits of a solution to stakeholders.
• Analyzes and evaluates strategic technologies offered by vendors.
• Has in depth understanding of how architecture integrates within technology and has commercial awareness.
• Requires evaluative judgment based on analysis of factual information in complicated or novel situations; uses multiple sources of information.
• Impacts engineering through responsibility for planning, finances/ budget, end results and setting of policies.
• Influences and negotiates with senior leaders (across functions); may communicate and negotiate with external parties.
• Provide expertise in area of advanced knowledge of applications programming and plan assignments involving large budgets, cross functional project, or multiple projects
• Develop application methodologies and standards for program analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Utilize advanced knowledge of supported main system flows and comprehensive knowledge of multiple areas to achieve technology goals
• Consult with end users to identify system function specifications and incorporate into overall system design
• Influence and negotiate with senior leaders and communicate with external parties
• 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

• 15+ years of relevant experience
• Hands on experience in implementing projects
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
• Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in area(s) of Applications Development and Investment domain
• Demonstrated knowledge of client core business functions
• Relationship and consensus building skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree in engineering or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred
• Experience in leading and delivery of investment platform, financial planning, margin lending, trade booking, mutual funds, brokerage, share financing, derivatives, custody, and escrow services.
• Knowledge and experience in implementation of Unified managed account and strong SME knowledge in implementation of professionally managed account
• Knowledge of and experience in digital such as mobile and web & emerging technologies including Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Node.js, SaaS/PaaS/IaaS, Micro Services, Containers / cloud, RESTful API’s, API Gateway, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
• Experience in formulating, executing commercial arrangements for products & services
• Industry certification such as AWS solution architect, TOGAF, GCP solution architect, BIAN are preferred

Job Family Group

Technology

Job Family

Applications Development

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location

Irving Texas United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$156,160.00 - $234,240.00

Benefits

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. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Anticipated Posting Close Date

Mar 09, 2026

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