Managing Director , Securities Finance Technology C16 - JERSEY CITY

HITEC; Jersey City (NJ); Sur place; USD 250 000 - 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) benefits

Wellness programs

Résumé du poste

Hobbsnews is seeking a Technology Managing Director to lead its Securities Finance Technology division. This senior role involves driving the strategy and transformation of Agency Lending and Collateral Technology platforms. The ideal candidate should possess over 15 years of experience in technology leadership, focusing on modernizing legacy systems into microservices-based architecture.

This position includes managing global teams and ensuring high-quality software development practices. Competitive salary range is $250,000 - $500,000, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software engineering and technology leadership.
• Minimum of 7 years in a leadership role managing global application development teams.
• Direct experience in Securities Finance or Agency Lending preferred.

Responsabilités

• Define and execute technology roadmap for Agency Lending and Collateral platforms.
• Lead a global team of software engineers and project managers.
• Manage end-to-end software development lifecycle for applications.

Connaissances

Leadership

Microservices Architecture

Cloud Technologies

Data Analytics

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Outils

Java

Oracle

Kafka

Description du poste

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technology Managing Director to lead our Securities Finance Technology division. This senior leadership role is responsible for formulating and driving the strategy, development, and transformation of our Agency Lending and Collateral Technology platforms. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing global development teams, driving large-scale modernization programs, and fostering a culture of innovation. You will be at the forefront of transforming our legacy systems into a modern, data-enabled, and microservices-based architecture to support our growing business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Technology Leadership & Strategy:
  • Define and execute a comprehensive technology roadmap for the Agency Lending and Collateral Technology platforms, aligning with business goals and industry trends.
  • Provide vision and leadership to a global team of software engineers, architects, and project managers.
  • Champion the adoption of modern architecture patterns, including microservices, cloud-native development, and event-driven design.
  • Drive the strategic transformation of monolithic applications into a resilient, scalable, and flexible microservices ecosystem.
• Application Development & Delivery:
  • Define and execute an AI-first engineering strategy across front-end and back-end platforms, aligning technology direction with Citi's broader digital transformation priorities, and leading the group to make full use of AI-assisted software development.
  • Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) for all applications within the Agency Lending and Collateral domains.
  • Ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of new features, enhancements, and critical projects.
  • Implement and enforce Agile and DevOps best practices to improve development velocity, quality, and team morale.
  • Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including business heads, product owners, and infrastructure teams, to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Data Enablement & Analytics:
  • Develop and implement a robust data strategy to unlock the value of our securities finance data.
  • Architect and build data pipelines, data lakes, and analytical capabilities to support real-time reporting, business intelligence, and advanced analytics.
  • Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are met across all platforms.
  • Promote a data-driven culture within the technology organization and the business.
• Team & Talent Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, globally distributed technology team.
  • Foster an inclusive and collaborative environment that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth.
  • Manage resource allocation, budgeting, and vendor relationships to optimize team performance and control costs.
  • Attract and retain top engineering talent.
• Risk & Resiliency:
  • Ensure all applications are designed and operated with the highest levels of security, stability, and resiliency.
  • Partner with enterprise infrastructure and cybersecurity teams to manage technology risk and ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  • 15+ years of experience in software engineering and technology leadership, with a significant portion within the financial services industry.
  • Minimum of 7 years in a leadership role managing large, global application development teams.
  • Direct experience in Securities Finance, Agency Lending, or Collateral Management/Optimization is strongly preferred.
  • Proven experience leading a successful, large-scale technology transformation from legacy systems to a microservices-based architecture.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Desired Skills

• Technical Expertise:
  • Deep understanding of modern architectural patterns, including microservices, APIs, event-driven architecture, and domain-driven design.
  • Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.
  • Strong knowledge of modern programming languages (e.g., Java), database technologies (Oracle, MSSQL), and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka).
  • Expertise in building and scaling data-intensive applications and data analytics platforms.
• Leadership & Management:
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into a clear technology vision and an executable plan.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing significant budgets and vendor contracts.
• Industry Knowledge:
  • In-depth knowledge of the securities finance lifecycle, including trade capture, inventory management, collateral optimization, and settlement.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the securities finance space (e.g., SFTR).

Primary Salary Range: $250,000 - $500,000. 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.

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