Futures E-Trading Technology Project and Development Lead

Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech.

Equities Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi‑year transformation to build a best‑in‑class global platform across execution, prime, clearing and cross‑product margining. We are re‑engineering our technology estate to achieve world‑leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities in advanced execution, global market connectivity, and modernised post‑trade, clearing and margin processes. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise. As part of the team, you’ll collaborate closely with high‑calibre engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of Equities technology at Citi.

We are seeking a senior-level Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst to join our Front Office Technology Execution team. This is a hands-on technical leadership position responsible for establishing, designing, and implementing critical enhancements to our derivative trading platforms, with a primary focus on North American (CME, ICE, Montreal, Brazil) and European (Eurex, ICE UK, Euronext, LME) markets. The overall objective of this role is to lead application systems analysis and programming activities. You will partner with Futures Product teams, Client Sales Executives, and internal technology groups to translate business needs into robust technical solutions. The ideal candidate will resolve high-impact problems by evaluating complex business processes and system flows, ensuring that all application designs adhere to the overall architecture blueprint and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead application systems analysis and programming activities, providing technical guidance and oversight to the development team.
• Provide expertise in your domain and an advanced knowledge of applications programming to ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
• Utilize your advanced knowledge of system flow to develop and enforce standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
• Serve as an advisor and coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary to meet project goals.
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define technical issues and develop innovative solutions.

Business Analysis & Solution Delivery

• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure the appropriate integration of functions, identify necessary system enhancements, and deploy new products and process improvements.
• Analyze complex project issues and produce key artifacts, including Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), technical specifications, and Test Strategies.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and scripts to ensure solutions are robust and fit for purpose.
• Liaise with Compliance, Risk, and Control functions to ensure adherence to all regulatory policies and internal controls for electronic trading.

Project & Delivery Management

• Manage and implement successful projects, ensuring timely delivery of technical solutions.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate key project risks and inter-dependencies from a technical perspective.
• Work hands-on with vendor and internal systems to manage the implementation of new offerings.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding its clients and assets.

Required Experience & Knowledge

• Proven experience in an Applications Development or Systems Analysis role.
• Extensive experience in systems analysis and the programming of software applications.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development relevant to the front-office trading domain.
• Deep understanding of Futures & Options products, electronic trading workflows, and market micro-structure.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory obligations, Execution Algorithms, Order Types, and Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA).
• Proven experience in vendor management and collaborating with senior-level business partners.
• Good understanding of the FIX protocol.

Competencies

• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills in a technical context.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop creative, robust solutions.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
• Strong organizational skills to manage project delivery in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and independent professional with the ability to multi-task, take ownership, and drive strategy.
• A team player with the confidence to ask questions, challenge the process, and seek out answers.

Development Value

• Gain significant exposure to global stakeholders and cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization.
• Deepen your product knowledge in Futures Electronic Execution and Algorithmic Trading.
• Opportunity to interact with a wide range of internal teams and external vendors.

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

What We’ll Provide You

• By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:
• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus
• Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.