Citigroup, Inc

Senior Python-AI Engineer Agentic Systems

Citigroup, Inc • $107K — $160K *
Irving, TX 75061In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 4+ years in software development and system design for large-scale production systems.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience in Agentic AI solutions using frameworks like LangChain or LlamaIndex.
  • Hands-on experience with multi-agent systems and frameworks including Google ADK or LangGraph.
  • Knowledge of integrating large language models (LLMs) in agentic architectures and building APIs for AI services.
  • Advanced skills in Prompt and Context Engineering for optimizing model performance.
  • Experience with Vector Databases in AI architectures.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build multi-agent systems for solving complex business problems in finance.
  • Develop and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures to enhance AI output accuracy.
  • Implement planning and reasoning capabilities using knowledge graphs and search algorithms for reliable workflows.
  • Construct resilient agent architectures with error recovery and self-correction mechanisms.
  • Integrate LLMs and reasoning frameworks to aid financial decision-making processes.
  • Build APIs and microservices for seamless integration of AI capabilities with enterprise applications.
  • Optimize AI systems for performance and cost-effectiveness through advanced techniques.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model offering flexibility with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote work.
  • Involvement in a firm-wide AI initiative, providing visibility at senior levels.
  • Access to continuous learning and exposure to cutting-edge AI research.
  • Collaboration with a high-caliber engineering team emphasizing mentorship and knowledge sharing.
  • Comprehensive benefits supporting financial wellbeing and long-term security.
  • Family support and wellbeing programs for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Senior Python-AI Engineer, Agentic Systems

Citi is building some of the most consequential AI solutions in global financial services, and this Senior AI Engineer role sits at the heart of that mission - designing and developing production-grade Agentic AI systems for Funds Transfer Pricing and Financial Hedging platforms. You will take ownership of complex AI agent architectures from concept through to global-scale deployment, driving automation and decision intelligence across critical financial workflows. This is an opportunity to shape the next generation of AI-powered financial technology at one of the world's leading institutions.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build multi-agent systems where autonomous agents collaborate to solve complex, real-world business problems across financial platforms.
  • Develop and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures, including embedding strategies, vector databases, and retrieval pipelines, to improve the accuracy and reliability of AI-generated outputs.
  • Implement planning and reasoning capabilities using knowledge graphs, rule-based reasoning, and search algorithms that enable agents to execute multi-step workflows reliably.
  • Construct resilient agent architectures with built-in mechanisms for error recovery, self-correction, and feedback-driven improvement to maintain performance in production environments.
  • Integrate large language models (LLMs), predictive models, and reasoning frameworks into agent systems that support complex financial decision-making workflows.
  • Build APIs, tools, and microservices that connect AI capabilities with enterprise applications, enabling seamless integration at scale.
  • Optimize AI systems for low latency and high throughput, applying techniques such as response streaming, caching, and token usage optimization to ensure performance and cost-effectiveness.
  • Apply current AI research to real business challenges and collaborate with engineers across the team to elevate AI development practices and foster engineering excellence.
  • Stay current with state-of-the-art research and apply it to solve business problems, identifying opportunities for innovation
  • Collaborate with and mentor other engineers on AI best practices, fostering a culture of engineering excellence within the team.


Required Qualifications & Skills

  • 4 or more years of professional experience in software development and system design, with a demonstrated history of delivering large-scale production systems.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL, with hands-on experience building production-quality Agentic AI solutions using frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, or equivalent tools.
  • Practical experience developing multi-agent systems using frameworks such as Google ADK, LangGraph, AutoGen, or CrewAI, including implementation of planning, reasoning, and memory systems.
  • Applied knowledge of large language models (LLMs) within agentic architectures, including designing and integrating APIs for AI services.
  • Advanced skills in Prompt and Context Engineering, with the ability to structure, compress, and optimize information for consistent and high-quality model performance.
  • Experience working with Vector Databases as part of AI retrieval and memory architectures.


Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience working within the financial services industry, particularly in areas such as Funds Transfer, Pricing, Hedging, or Treasury technology.
  • Proficiency in Java as a secondary programming language alongside Python.
  • A Master's degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.


What We Offer

At Citi, you will work alongside talented engineers on technology that operates at global scale and drives real impact across financial markets. This is a high-visibility role within a firm-wide AI modernization initiative, offering the technical scope and career momentum that comes with building systems that matter.
  • A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility alongside meaningful in-person collaboration.
  • The opportunity to work on a firm-wide AI initiative with broad organizational impact, giving your work visibility at the highest levels of the business.
  • Access to continuous learning and professional development, with exposure to cutting-edge AI research and the tools to apply it in production.
  • Collaboration with a high-caliber engineering team where knowledge sharing, mentorship, and technical growth are part of how the team operates every day.
  • Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your financial wellbeing and long-term security.
  • Wellbeing and family support programs designed to help you maintain balance across all areas of life.
  • The scale and reach of a global institution, with the ability to see the direct effect of your engineering work across international markets and platforms.


Build the AI systems that power global financial decision-making - apply now to join Citi's Agentic AI engineering team and make your mark on technology that operates at real-world scale.

Job Family Group:
Technology

Job Family:
Applications Development

Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location:
Irving Texas United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$107,120.00 - $160,680.00

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:
Sep 01, 2026

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%
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