Overview
In this role you will design, build and optimize global-scale application platforms, applying expertise in CI/CD, container orchestration, cloud infrastructure and observability. You will shape how Citi engineering teams deliver and monitor production services in a high-impact environment. You’ll work with cross-functional partners to raise reliability, security and engineering standards. This is an autonomous, technically focused role at the heart of Citi’s modern tech stack.
Pay / Benefits
- hybrid working model (3 days in office, 2 remote)
- exposure to modern technology stack
- autonomy in technical decision-making
- learning and development programmes in cloud/DevOps/platform engineering
- competitive total compensation package
- wellbeing and family support programmes
Responsibilities
- Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Git, Tekton, and Harness to standardize software delivery
- Build and manage containerized workloads on Kubernetes and OpenShift with Helm for scalable, production-ready systems
- Architect and maintain observability with Splunk, Elastic/Kibana, Prometheus and Grafana for real-time health visibility
- Analyze complex technical problems across apps, processes and delivery pipelines and craft engineering solutions
- Collaborate with development teams, business users and stakeholders to set operating standards and drive improvements
- Develop and enforce security across the software delivery lifecycle to meet policies and standards
- Serve as a technical authority for junior/mid-level engineers, providing guidance and code review
Key requirements
- 4 to 8 years of experience in software engineering, systems development, or DevOps with delivery in complex environments
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD tooling, Git-based workflows, pipeline configuration, and automated build/deploy processes
- Practical knowledge of Kubernetes and OpenShift, including Helm chart development and cluster management
- Linux administration and shell scripting to support automation and operations
- Experience delivering software projects end-to-end from planning to production deployment
- Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience
- collaboration
- problem-solving
- communication
- CI/CD tooling with Git, Tekton, Harness
- Kubernetes and OpenShift orchestration
- Helm chart development
Senior DevOps Engineer - AVP in Belfast employer: Citigroup
Citi is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation meets collaboration. As a Sales Director, you will benefit from extensive training and mentorship opportunities, fostering your professional growth while working alongside industry leaders in FX Sales. With a strong commitment to integrity and inclusivity, Citi provides a supportive culture that empowers employees to excel and drive meaningful results for clients.
