Senior Software Engineer (Assistant Vice President) – Margin Technology

Citi; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Tampa to work within Markets Operations Technology. You will build scalable software that supports global finance, collaborating with product teams and users across a diverse set of markets.

Ideal candidates have hands-on development experience in Java, React or Python, knowledge of RESTful APIs with Spring, and comfort with cloud services and distributed systems. This role offers growth, mentorship, and hybrid possibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering field involving software programming or systems engineering.
• Hands-on software development experience with modern programming languages.
• Proficiency in Java, React and/or Python; RESTful APIs using Spring.
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms and SQL.
• Experience with TDD and clean code practices.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Build robust, high-quality software solutions for complex business problems.
• Collaborate closely with product teams and users across geographies.
• Contribute to engineering culture and best practices in global teams.
• Communicate effectively to manage multiple priorities.

Skills

Hands-on software development

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Java/React/Python

RESTful APIs with Spring

TDD and clean code

Data structures & SQL

Adaptability in fast-paced env

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

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

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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