Lead Python Engineer/Architect - SVP - NEW YORK

Hispanic Technology Executive Council; New York (NY); On-site; USD 176,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a senior engineer to spearhead the design and development of AI services. This pivotal role involves leading complex AI projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring best practices in governance and risk management. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in software engineering, particularly in AI and cloud technologies, and a passion for driving impactful solutions. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and excellence, and be at the forefront of technological advancements in the financial sector.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Life, accident, and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off packages

Planned time off (vacation)

Unplanned time off (sick leave)

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software industry with 5+ years in senior roles.
• Experience in delivering complex AI solutions to production.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of complex AI solutions and architecture.
• Engage with stakeholders to define and design architecture.

Skills

Python

AI/ML technologies

Cloud architectures

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Sciences

Job description

Citi Innovation Labs is a global network of innovation centers focused on delivering cutting edge solutions to all of Citis lines of business.

Our Mission is to create a competitive advantage for our clients, manifested as change in the way they operate, by providing innovative technological solutions with strong client engagement, from idea to production, and by leveraging the entrepreneurial spirit and technological excellence fostered in the Innovation Labs.

Our Labs Network is a global organization that spans across New York, London, Tel Aviv, Shanghai, and various other locations globally. We focus on delivering innovative products using cutting-edge technologies in highly complex architectures and with the highest delivery standards. The Innovation Labs team perform research and implementation in many advanced domains spanning across AI, Machine learning, NLP, Analytics, Blockchain/Distributed Ledger Technology and many more.

We're on the hunt for a highly skilled and experienced senior engineer to lead the design and development of the various AI services as part of the Citi Innovation Labs. The ideal candidate has excellent track record in high scale engineering products and specifically AI solutions. In this role, you'll be a key player in driving innovative AI projects throughout the bank.

Responsibilities:

• Lead development of highly complex AI solutions, infrastructure, and architecture topics
• Manage executive stakeholder audience in technology by acting as a partner, trusted advisor and operating through influence
• Work with internal and external partners to design, validate and deliver solutions with a commercial benefit for Citi
• Manage multiple concurrent initiatives and projects of varying sizes & complexity
• Engage with data-science, technical and business stakeholders to define and design overall architecture for key use-cases across our lines of business
• Work with external vendors and start-ups around joint initiatives and around exploration of new directions
• Partner with Citis AI Centre of Excellence to ensure best practice is followed from the perspectives of good governance, risk management, standardization, and tooling.

Qualifications:

• Academic degree in Computer Sciences or equivalent
• At least 10 years of experience in the software industry
• At least 5 years of proven experience in senior positions as principal engineer or architect
• 8 years+ experience in delivering complex solutions to production, preferably in Python and AI/ML ecosystem
• Great passion and proven hands-on experience integrating with AI/ML technologies
• Strong and diverse technical background. Ability to quickly learn and understand new technologies, influence highly skilled engineering teams and overall have a personal impact on technology decisions and vision.
• Experience with cloud architectures, and specific experience with public cloud offerings
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python.
• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership and organizational abilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strategic thinker
• Experience in the financial industry major advantage

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

New York New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$176,720.00 - $265,080.00

In addition to salary, Citis 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.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Apr 22, 2025

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