Senior Software Engineer (Assistant Vice President) – Margin Technology

Citigroup Inc.; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life, accident and disability coverage

Wellness programs

Paid time off and holidays

Hybrid work opportunities

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Markets Operations Technology team in Tampa, FL.

You will contribute to building robust software and APIs that power a global financial network, collaborating with product teams and users across our organization. You will work on modern tech stacks (Java, React, Python) and leverage AWS, Kafka, Kubernetes, and NoSQL databases, while following TDD and clean code practices to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering (software/programming or systems engineering).
• Hands-on software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java, React and/or Python.
• Experience building RESTful APIs using Spring or similar frameworks.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development and clean code principles.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms and SQL.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Build robust, high-quality software solutions and APIs.
• Collaborate with product teams and users across the org.
• Contribute to a strong engineering culture across global teams.
• Address complex business problems with code and design thinking.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and maintain code quality in delivery.

Skills

Hands-on software development

Java

React

Python

RESTful APIs

Spring

TDD

Clean code

Data structures

Algorithms

SQL

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering

Tools

Spring

AWS

Kafka

Kubernetes

S3

DynamoDB

MongoDB

Job description

Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech.

What We do / The Team

Markets Operations Technology is going through an exciting phase of transformation in margin and collateral domain. We are re‑engineering our technology estate to achieve world‑leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities in advanced execution, global market connectivity, and modernised post‑trade, clearing and margin processes. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise.

Role Overview/What will you do:

As Senior Software Engineer in our global technology team, you will be working with a group of passionate engineers who build technical solutions to complex business problems. You will have an opportunity to participate in the whole spectrum of building a software solution, closely working with product teams and users. We expect you to contribute to our vision of building a strong engineering culture within our global teams.

This role is for someone who enjoys solving engineering challenges, has experience in building robust and high‑quality solutions, has excellent communication skills and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Key Skills and Experience required -

• Hands‑on professional software development experience
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering field involving software programming or systems engineering
• Proficiency in programming in mainly Java, React and/or Python
• Strong hands‑on experience of building RESTful APIs using popular frameworks like Spring
• Experience of following TDD and clean code principles
• Proficiency with data structures, algorithms and SQL
• Able to independently work in fast paced and rapidly changing environment

Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience:

• Experience of working in investment bank or financial services industry
• Experience of using cloud services such as AWS and distributed systems such as Kafka, Kubernetes, S3, DynamoDB, MongoDB or any other NoSQL database

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job‑related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Applications Development

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$96,960.00 - $145,440.00

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.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date:

May 15, 2026

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