Senior Applications Development Lead - Tech & Strategy

Citi; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking an Applications Development Senior Manager in Jersey City, NJ. You will lead one or more development teams, provide technical oversight across systems, and drive strategic initiatives within the technology organization.

The role emphasizes personnel leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and adherence to regulatory standards while delivering high‑quality application solutions for the bank. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in the Financial Service industry.
• Experience as Applications Development Manager
• Experience as senior level in an Applications Development role
• Stakeholder and people management experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Proven project management skills
• Basic knowledge of industry practices and standards
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Manage one or more Applications Development teams to achieve goals and conduct personnel duties.
• Provide technical oversight across systems and applications.
• Review and analyze proposed technical solutions for projects.
• Contribute to strategies for applications development and other areas.
• Develop knowledge of how business areas integrate to achieve goals.
• Provide evaluative judgment based on data in complex situations.
• Oversee delivery, budget, and day-to-day staff management issues.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Citi is seeking an Applications Development Senior Manager in Jersey City, NJ. You will lead one or more development teams, provide technical oversight across systems, and drive strategic initiatives within the technology organization.

The role emphasizes personnel leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and adherence to regulatory standards while delivering high‑quality application solutions for the bank. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.