Solutions Architecture Sr Lead - SVP

Citi has embarked on a multi-year transformation effort to simplify and modernize its legacy Issuers Platforms. As part of the transformation, Citi is modernizing the legacy systems and moving to a new next generation architecture using microservices, event driven architecture etc. The Deals / Agency systems will provide critical capabilities for Citi’s Clients globally.

To support the transformation initiative, Citi is looking to hire a Senior Architect to lead the development and implementation of overall technical and architecture vision supporting the organization's business goals and objectives. This role will be responsible for collaborating and partnering with a team of other architects to create, deliver scalable and secure solution.

The Solutions Architect will play a crucial role in the organization's digital transformation efforts and will work closely with stakeholders across the organization to support the business goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities :

Develop and maintain the groups technical and architectural vision and strategy supporting the organization's business goals and objectives.

Design and implement secure and scalable technical solutions to support the organization's workloads.

Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for security, data protection, and disaster recovery.

Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements and design solutions that meet their needs

Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of technologies and tools

Monitor and troubleshoot critical issues, and implement solutions to resolve them

Provide training and guidance to teams on the use of the architecture best practices.

Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies and evaluate their potential impact on the organization's infrastructure.

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 :

Minimum of 10 years of experience in design and implementation of large systems

Strong knowledge of on-premises and cloud technologies

Hands on experience in designing event driven architecture, microservices, client front-ends

Familiarity with security and compliance best practices

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership and team management skills

Experience with cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform

Exposure to Agentic AI, Generative AI technologies

Experience with enterprise architecture governance, data modeling, is highly preferred

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or related field

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 :

Jersey City New Jersey United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range :

$176,720.00 - $265,080.00

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.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date :

Sep 30, 2025

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