Senior Technology Lead - SVP

Citigroup Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking a Senior Technology Lead in Tampa, FL. This pivotal role focuses on defining the architectural vision and driving technical strategies for digital assets. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in software development and strong expertise in blockchain technologies. Responsibilities include engaging with development teams, strategic decision-making, and stakeholder collaboration. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is required, while a Master's is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software development and architecture, with leadership role experience.
• Experience in digital assets, blockchain, or tokenization solutions.
• Proven hands-on experience with large-scale software applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural vision for digital asset platforms.
• Contribute to design and implementation of software applications.
• Mentor and develop technical teams in digital asset technologies.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather system requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in relevant technical discipline

Tools

Java

Python

C#

Go

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital markets on behalf of our clients. Citi’s Mission and Value Proposition explain what we do and Strategy explain how we do it. Our mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. We strive to earn and maintain our clients’ and the public’s trust by constantly adhering to the highest ethical standards and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Role Summary

The Senior Technology Lead is a pivotal leadership role responsible for defining and driving the architectural vision and technical strategy for critical IT systems and applications, with a specific focus on digital assets and token services. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise in distributed ledger technologies, blockchain, and tokenization, coupled with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and implementation. The architect will lead and mentor development teams, ensuring solutions align with enterprise blueprints, adhere to Citi's engineering excellence principles, and contribute significantly to the firm\'s technical direction and business outcomes within the evolving landscape of digital finance. This individual will be a key contributor to the developer manifesto by fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in the digital asset space.

Responsibilities

• Architectural Leadership & Strategy
  • Provide a clear architectural vision and strategic direction for complex IT systems and applications, specifically those involving digital assets, blockchain, distributed ledger technologies (DLT), and token services, ensuring alignment with enterprise blueprints and business objectives.
  • Develop architecture, strategy, planning, and problem-solving solutions at an enterprise level for digital asset platforms, addressing current and future technology needs.
  • Drive technical direction and strategic decisions for the technology function to ensure scalability, resilience, and maintainability of digital asset infrastructure.
  • Proactively define direction for future projects in digital assets and stay aware of industry trends, regulatory changes, and infrastructure issues.
• Hands-on Technical Contribution & Implementation
  • Engage with engineering to contribute to design, coding, testing, debugging, and implementation of critical software applications, with a focus on blockchain protocols, smart contracts, digital asset platforms, and integration with existing financial systems.
  • Develop and enforce methodologies and standards for analysis, design, testing, and deployment, emphasizing clean code, automation, and robust testing for DLT solutions.
  • Apply deep knowledge of core system flows and multiple technical areas to achieve technology goals, including digital asset lifecycles.
  • Lead by example in adopting modern architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, cloud-native) and best practices for secure, performant, reliable software development in digital assets.
• Mentorship & Team Development
  • Allocate work, coach, and advise developers and analysts, fostering technical growth and engineering excellence in digital asset technologies.
  • Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning within development teams, including specialized training on blockchain and digital assets.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Consult with end-users and business stakeholders to identify system requirements and incorporate them into overall design for new digital asset products and services.
  • Influence and negotiate with senior leaders, communicate with external parties, and build consensus across cross-functional teams including legal and compliance regarding digital assets.
  • Interface with vendors and consortiums in the digital asset space to assess emerging technologies and guide product roadmaps based on Citi\'s requirements.
• Quality, Risk Management & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to Citi\'s engineering excellence and developer manifesto principles, focusing on high-quality software, automated testing, CI/CD, and robust operational practices for digital asset systems.
  • Assess technical, operational, and regulatory risk when making decisions, with particular regard to the firm\'s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and assets in the digital asset space.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including those specific to digital assets and token services, and Escalate and report control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• Experience
  • 10+ years of relevant software development, architecture, and engineering experience, with leadership in a lead or senior architect role.
  • Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and deploying solutions involving digital assets, blockchain, DLT, or tokenization platforms.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with complex, large-scale software applications.
  • Proven experience in systems analysis, programming, and implementation across diverse technology stacks.
  • Experience driving engineering excellence initiatives and fostering a strong developer culture.
• Technical Expertise (Expanded for Digital Assets)
  • Subject Matter Expert in Applications Development with deep expertise in at least one major language (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Go) and related frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals, consensus mechanisms, smart contracts, and secure digital asset custody solutions.
  • Experience with leading DLT platforms and token standards.
  • Understanding of modern architectural patterns (microservices, event-driven, cloud-native), distributed systems, and data management.
  • Knowledge of SDLC, Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and automated testing strategies.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Leadership & Soft Skills
  • Strong leadership, project management, and the ability to influence technical teams.
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to resolve complex issues.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Relationship-building, negotiation, and collaboration at all organizational levels.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
  • Methodical with keen attention to detail.

Education

• Required: Bachelor\'s degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Preferred: Master\'s degree in a relevant technical discipline, especially focused on distributed systems, cryptography, or financial technology.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Anticipated Posting Close Date: Sep 30, 2025

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