Senior Engineering Lead & Tech Strategy

Citigroup Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 126,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. in Irving, TX seeks an Engineering Lead Analyst to oversee design, deployment of hardware/software/networking, and drive quality across projects. Lead technical direction, collaborate with global teams, and mentor junior staff to strengthen governance and delivery.

This senior role emphasizes risk-aware decisions and regulatory compliance. Candidates should have 6–10 years in engineering, PM experience, strong communication, and proven ability to operate in a matrix organization

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in an engineering role.
• Experience working in Financial Services or a large complex/global environment.
• Project management experience.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication.
• Analytic/diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment and partner with virtual teams.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize and take ownership.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technology subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders and provide direction for all firm mandated controls and compliance initiatives.
• Ensure that all integration of functions meet business goals.
• Define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process enhancements.
• Recommend product customization for system integration.
• Identify problem causality, business impact and root causes.
• Advise or mentor junior team members.
• Impact the engineering function by influencing decisions through advice and facilitating services.
• Escalate and manage control issues with transparency and drive compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

Engineering experience (6-10 years)

Financial services experience

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Analytic/diagnostic skills

Matrix environment collaboration

Ownership & prioritization

Working under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Citigroup Inc. in Irving, TX seeks an Engineering Lead Analyst to oversee design, deployment of hardware/software/networking, and drive quality across projects. Lead technical direction, collaborate with global teams, and mentor junior staff to strengthen governance and delivery.

This senior role emphasizes risk-aware decisions and regulatory compliance. Candidates should have 6–10 years in engineering, PM experience, strong communication, and proven ability to operate in a matrix organization