Principal Engineer - Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 142,320 - 213,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off packages

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineer for Cloud-Native Applications in Jersey City, New Jersey. This hands-on technical leader will spearhead the design and implementation of advanced application systems while driving innovation across data migrations and hybrid cloud environments, leveraging expertise in Java and Python.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in software development, demonstrating proficiency in managing complex data migrations and optimizing services across AWS and GCP. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience in software development focused on backend systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Java and Python, especially for data migrations.
• Understanding of cloud infrastructure and services such as AWS and GCP.
• Experience with containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of application systems and data solutions.
• Architect robust data migration strategies for on-premise and cloud platforms.
• Build and optimize data pipelines across AWS and GCP.
• Mentor teams and provide technical guidance on core technologies.
• Collaborate with teams to define technical requirements and innovative solutions.

Skills

Java

Python

RESTful APIs

KAFKA

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Docker

PostgreSQL

Vector DBs

FastAPI

Job description

Principal Engineer, Cloud-Native Applications

As a Principal Engineer, AI & Cloud-Native Applications, you will serve as a hands‑on technical leader, spearheading the design, development, and implementation of cutting‑edge application systems. You will drive innovation across data migrations and hybrid cloud environments (on‑premise, AWS, GCP), leveraging your deep expertise in Java and Python, and engaging with emerging AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of complex application systems and data solutions, with a strong emphasis on hands‑on coding in Java and Python.
• Architect and implement robust data migration strategies, ensuring seamless and efficient transfer of data between diverse systems, including on‑premise and public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).
• Design, build, and optimize high-performance data pipelines and integration solutions spanning on-premise infrastructure, AWS, and GCP.
• Drive technical excellence in application development, embracing cloud-native principles and best practices for scalability, reliability, and security.
• Act as a subject matter expert in core technologies, providing technical guidance and mentorship to development teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, architectural patterns, and innovative solutions.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging AI technologies into application landscapes, contributing to the firm's AI strategy.
• Ensure solutions adhere to architectural blueprints, industry standards, and regulatory compliance, proactively managing technical risks.

Core Skills

Java, Python, RESTful APIs, KAFKA, Kubernetes, AWS (S3, and broader services for cloud infrastructure), GCP (BigQuery, and broader services for cloud infrastructure)

Desirable Skills

• Foundational Models: Gemini, OpenAI, Claude, Llama, Local Models
• Generation: PostgreSQL, Vector DBs, Python, FastAPI, Async Programming
• Deployment: Docker, Production APIs, Monitoring
• Applied Methodology: Prompt Engineering

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of hands‑on experience in software development, with a significant focus on backend systems, data engineering, or cloud-native applications.
• Demonstrated expert‑level proficiency in Java and Python.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale data migrations and building robust data pipelines across hybrid cloud environments (on‑premise, AWS, GCP).
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and services (AWS, GCP).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with foundational AI models (Gemini, OpenAI, Claude, Llama) and prompt engineering concepts.
• Exceptional problem‑solving abilities and a track record of delivering innovative technical solutions.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and guide engineering teams.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree (or equivalent experience).

Primary Location

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

Compensation and Benefits

$142,320.00 - $213,480.00. 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. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

EEO Statement

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