Citigroup, Inc

Managing Director , Securities Finance Technology C16 - JERSEY CITY

Citigroup, Inc • $250K — $500K *
Jersey City, NJ 07305In-Person
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years in software engineering and technology leadership within financial services.
  • 7+ years leading large, global application development teams.
  • Direct experience in Securities Finance, Agency Lending, or Collateral Management is desired.
  • Proven track record in large-scale technology transformation to microservices architecture.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute a comprehensive technology roadmap for key platforms.
  • Provide vision and leadership to a global team of technology professionals.
  • Champion the adoption of modern architecture patterns including microservices.
  • Drive transformation of monolithic applications into a microservices ecosystem.
  • Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle for all applications.
  • Implement Agile and DevOps best practices to enhance development processes.
  • Develop and implement a robust data strategy for enhanced analytics capabilities.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental & vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance.
  • Wellness programs.
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technology Managing Director to lead our Securities Finance Technology division. This senior leadership role is responsible for formulating and driving the strategy, development, and transformation of our Agency Lending and Collateral Technology platforms. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing global development teams, driving large-scale modernization programs, and fostering a culture of innovation. You will be at the forefront of transforming our legacy systems into a modern, data-enabled, and microservices-based architecture to support our growing business needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Technology Leadership & Strategy:
    • Define and execute a comprehensive technology roadmap for the Agency Lending and Collateral Technology platforms, aligning with business goals and industry trends.
    • Provide vision and leadership to a global team of software engineers, architects, and project managers.
    • Champion the adoption of modern architecture patterns, including microservices, cloud-native development, and event-driven design.
    • Drive the strategic transformation of monolithic applications into a resilient, scalable, and flexible microservices ecosystem.
  • Application Development & Delivery:
    • Define and execute an AI-first engineering strategy across front-end and back-end platforms, aligning technology direction with Citi's broader digital transformation priorities, and leading the group to make full use of AI-assisted software development.
    • Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) for all applications within the Agency Lending and Collateral domains.
    • Ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of new features, enhancements, and critical projects.
    • Implement and enforce Agile and DevOps best practices to improve development velocity, quality, and team morale.
    • Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including business heads, product owners, and infrastructure teams, to ensure alignment and transparency.
  • Data Enablement & Analytics:
    • Develop and implement a robust data strategy to unlock the value of our securities finance data.
    • Architect and build data pipelines, data lakes, and analytical capabilities to support real-time reporting, business intelligence, and advanced analytics.
    • Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are met across all platforms.
    • Promote a data-driven culture within the technology organization and the business.
  • Team & Talent Management:
    • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, globally distributed technology team.
    • Foster an inclusive and collaborative environment that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth.
    • Manage resource allocation, budgeting, and vendor relationships to optimize team performance and control costs.
    • Attract and retain top engineering talent.
  • Risk & Resiliency:
    • Ensure all applications are designed and operated with the highest levels of security, stability, and resiliency.
    • Partner with enterprise infrastructure and cybersecurity teams to manage technology risk and ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal policies.

Qualifications
  • Experience:
    • 15+ years of experience in software engineering and technology leadership, with a significant portion within the financial services industry.
    • Minimum of 7 years in a leadership role managing large, global application development teams.
    • Direct experience in Securities Finance, Agency Lending, or Collateral Management/Optimization is strongly preferred.
    • Proven experience leading a successful, large-scale technology transformation from legacy systems to a microservices-based architecture.
  • Education:
    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Desired Skills
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Deep understanding of modern architectural patterns, including microservices, APIs, event-driven architecture, and domain-driven design.
    • Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.
    • Strong knowledge of modern programming languages (e.g., Java), database technologies (Oracle, MSSQL), and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka).
    • Expertise in building and scaling data-intensive applications and data analytics platforms.
  • Leadership & Management:
    • Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams and stakeholders at all levels.
    • Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to translate business needs into a clear technology vision and an executable plan.
    • Strong financial acumen and experience managing significant budgets and vendor contracts.
  • Industry Knowledge:
    • In-depth knowledge of the securities finance lifecycle, including trade capture, inventory management, collateral optimization, and settlement.
    • Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the securities finance space (e.g., SFTR).


Job Family Group:
Technology

Job Family:
Applications Development

Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location:
Jersey City New Jersey United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$250,000.00 - $500,000.00

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:

About Citigroup, Inc

Citigroup is a financial services holding company that provides financial products and services. The company operates through two segments, Global Consumer Banking (GCB) and Institutional Clients Group (ICG). The GCB segment offers traditional banking services to retail customers through retail banking, commercial banking, Citi-branded cards, and Citi retail services. The ICG segment offers various banking, and financial products and services to corporate, institutional, public sector, and high-net-worth clients. This segment provides wholesale banking products and services, including fixed-income and equity sales and trading, foreign exchange, prime brokerage, derivative services, equity and fixed-income research, corporate lending, investment banking, and advisory services, private banking, cash management, trade finance, and securities services. Citi is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and the company invests in initiatives that promote economic progress.

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Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$89.6 million
Founded
1812
5 Year Trend
+4.6%
NASDAQ
C
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