Market Risk and Control Applications Development - Assistant Vice President
Citi · Belfast, United Kingdom · 1d ago
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 Business Risk and Control Technology Inventory team provides solutions that underpin the documentation and regulatory obligations for everything relating to e-trading within Citi. The application facilitates Inventory and Workflow solutions to 1LOD to make changes in the e-trading space with 2LOD responsible for check and challenge functions.
Role Overview/What will you do:
A senior developer on the application responsible for business book of work delivery with a closer view on future state architecture.
Champion best practices in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD). Foster a culture of quality through developer-led automated testing initiatives. Drive continuous improvement in SDLC, agile and DevOps processes using key performance indicators, including DORA metrics, to enhance team efficiency and software delivery.
Participate in design, planning and estimation discussions within the team.
Facilitate requirement gathering and translate complex business needs into technical specifications.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of project and technical documentation.
Identify and mitigate risks throughout the SDLC, proposing solutions to complex problems.
Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
Participate in production support processes, collaborating with operations and business stakeholders. Analyze issue patterns to drive improvements. Guide documentation efforts.
Key Skills and Experience required:
Java & Test-Driven Development are essential.
React Front End Development
Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications
Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development
Competencies:
Experience delivering successful projects into production that can be maintained within strict operational margins
Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate and have experience working in fast paced development environments
Ability to work autonomously
Ability to interact with clients and deliver results, taking ideas to production
You have an appetite for taking on challenges and leveraging new technologies
You have experience working in fast paced development environments
You agree that verbal and written communication skills are vital
Experience in any number of additional technologies (listed below) is advantageous:
Cloud Technologies (Kubernetes, Open Shift)
Messaging Technologies (Kafka)
Database / Data Store / Data Query Technologies (SQL Server, Mongo, S3)
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Responsibilities:
Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
Serve as advisor or coach to junior-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
What we’ll provide you:
By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:
27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources
Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.
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Job Family Group:
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