Global Equities ETF Technology Lead - SVP

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Equities 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.

Equities Technology organization is looking for a senior technologist to lead the delivery of the strategic ETF RFQ, Pricing, and Trading platform globally. This is a senior vice president level role located London.
The target platform will support RFQ, pricing, and trading for ETF products for Equities, Spread Products, Rates, and Commodities.
The person in this role will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of the platform and the replacement of any legacy and vendor trading systems. The objective of this multi-year initiative is to have a comprehensive and robust multi-asset ETF offering with a competitive cost of ownership and low "price per feature" to support the growth of the business.
The platform include a user interface, automated and semi-automated workflow modules, control layers, and supporting services.

Key responsibilities of the person in this role will include:
* Delivering on a multi-year technology roadmap in alignment with the budget constraints and in line with the business value proposition.
* Close partnership with the business to maximize the value of the platform and ensure the right sequence of delivery.
* Management of a global team of developers.
* Oversight of system architecture, design of key modules, SDLC, and adherence to technology standards.
* Rapid adoption of AI toolkits in line with the firm's strategy of modernization of the development process.
* Highly automated low cost quality assurance.
* Close collaboration with production support to ensure successful delivery and operation of the system.
* Hiring new talent.
* Partnership with other technology teams including Client Connectivity, Execution Services, and Risk.
* Close partnership with regulatory, compliance, and audit.
* Compute and estate management including hygiene, security, and vulnerability items.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:
* Past record of successful delivery of ETF RFQ, pricing, and trading systems on a global scale.
* Proven experience in Java development (this is a hands on role).
* Strong understanding of ETF reference and market data and existing vendor offerings in this space.
* Command of the latest AI productivity tools.
* Strong Engineering background and command of modern architectures and frameworks (GUI, middleware, server, document & relational databases)
* Strong command of modern Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) best practices.
* Solid understanding of Equities products and services
* Strong knowledge of FIX protocol.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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 discretional 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

Visit our About Us | Culture, Values & Benefits page to learn more.
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.
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Job Family Group: Technology
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Job Family:Applications Development
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Time Type:Full time
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Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above.
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Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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