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Citigroup

Python Lead Engineer

Citigroup

Published 20 Mar 2026
Mississauga, Canada
121K - 171K USD Annual
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Objective-C
Python
Java

Key skills

AI
RAG
Integrations
CICD
Financial Services
LLMs
Architecture
Testing
Debugging
Infrastructure
Research
Search

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

IOS
Flow
Kubernetes
FastAPI

Description

The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities. Citi is seeking a highly motivated candidate for Python lead in Wholesale Credit Risk Technology team that serves Institutional Credit Management (ICM). We are looking for a talented professional with a solid technical acumen to partner with onshore and offshore teams and design and deliver innovative technology solution for the front office, Credit Risk Business. The candidate will be a core member of the technology team responsible implementing projects based on Python, FastAPI, MCP, LLM, Java and using latest technologies. Excellent opportunity to immerse in and learn within the Wholesale Credit Risk Division and gain exposure to business and technology initiatives targeted to maintain lead position among its competitors. Job Responsibilities: \\+ Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements \\+ 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 mid-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. \\\\Qualifications:\\\\ \\+ Research and resolve complex issues, escalating as appropriate. \\+ 8+ years of hands on experience in building an enterprise scale highly componentized application using Python,FastAPI \\+ Hands on development experience in Python \\+ Experience working with CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes and other containerized platforms. \\+ Ability to effectively interact, collaborate with development team \\+ Ability to effectively communicate development progress to the Project Lead \\+ Work with developers onshore, offshore and matrix teams to implement a business solution \\+ Investigate possible bug scenarios and production support issues \\+ Recent experience with modern Python Development using Large Language models, Model Context Protocol, & Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) architecture \\+ Experience developing application in Financial Services industry is preferred \\\\Education:\\\\ \\+ Bachelors 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. \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \\\\Job Family Group:\\\\ Technology \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \\\\Job Family:\\\\ Applications Development \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \\\\Time Type:\\\\ Full time \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \\\\Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:\\\\ $120,800.00 - $170,800.00 \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \\\\Most Relevant Skills\\\\ Please see the requirements listed above. \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \\\\Other Relevant Skills\\\\ For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \\\\Automated Processing and AI\\\\ We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi. Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details. \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \This job opening is for an existing job vacancy.\\ \-\-\---------------------------------------------------- \Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.\\ \If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review\\\Accessibility at Citi ()\\\.\\ \View Citis\\\EEO Policy Statement ()\\\and the\\\Know Your Rights ()\\\poster.\\ Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Required Qualifications and Skills

The role requires 8+ years of hands-on experience in building enterprise-scale, highly componentized applications using Python and FastAPI. Candidates must have hands-on development experience in Python and experience working with CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, and other containerized platforms. Recent experience with modern Python development using Large Language models, Model Context Protocol, and Retrieval Augmented Generation architecture is also required. Experience developing applications in the Financial Services industry is preferred. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is necessary.

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About the company

Citigroup

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187556

Founded

HQ

New York, US

Description

Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital markets on behalf of our clients. We have 200 years of experience helping our clients meet the world's toughest challenges and embrace its greatest opportunities. We are Citi, the global bank an institution connecting millions of people across hundreds of countries and cities. For information on Citis commitment to privacy, visit on.citi/privacy.

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