Posted 2 months ago
Generative AI Engineer -Vice President
@ Citi
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
Citi is hiring a Vice President to lead the design and development of Python-based GenAI platforms and services within its Services Tech AI team. The role drives AI projects across the bank, manages complex multi-project delivery, and coaches mid-level developers. Full-time, with a base salary range of $120,800 to $170,800.
Responsibilities:
- Lead design and maintenance of Python-based GenAI platforms and services
- Define architecture for key use cases with data science and business stakeholders
- Drive deployment of new GenAI products with vendors and partners
- Manage budgets, resources, schedules and multiple concurrent projects
- Coach mid-level developers and analysts in Python and GenAI
Requirements summary:
- 10+ years of software experience, including enterprise software
- 6+ years building scalable API-driven applications
- 5+ years delivering GenAI solutions into production
- Proven leadership and project management skills
- Financial industry experience is a significant advantage
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Software development |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
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Citi
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Sioux Falls |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 180 |
We're searching for a highly skilled and experienced senior engineer and Python expert to lead the design and development of the various AI-related technologies as part of the Services Tech AI team. The ideal candidate has an excellent track record in high-scale engineering products and specifically AI solutions. In this role, you'll be a key player in driving innovative AI projects throughout the bank.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of highly complex Python-based GenAI platforms, applications, services, and supporting infrastructure to ensure seamless operation, scalability, and integration of AI capabilities across various Citi business units.
- Engage with data science, technical, and business stakeholders to define and design overall architecture for key use-cases, specifically focusing on Python-based solutions for our lines of business.
- Drive the deployment of new GenAI products and process improvements, working with internal and external partners to design, validate, and deliver solutions with commercial benefit for Citi
- Responsible for all technology components of the development and implementation of major/multiple/highly complex projects; may manage enterprise wide projects.
- Develops detailed IT work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans and status reports. Provides IT strategic direction for projects managed. Sets guidelines for appropriate staffing requirements to meet operational needs.
- Impacts the IT project leadership function by strategic influence and by exercising control over resources, budget management and planning; accountable for end results.
- Manage multiple concurrent initiatives and projects of varying sizes and complexity, engaging with external vendors and startups for joint initiatives and exploration of new directions, particularly those involving Python-based technologies.
- Cultivate a comprehensive understanding of how business, architecture, and infrastructure integrate within the GenAI ecosystem at Citi to achieve strategic goals.
- Serve as an advisor and coach to mid-level developers and analysts specializing in Python and GenAI technologies, fostering skill development and effective work allocation.
- Collaborate with Citi's Risk and Control teams to ensure best practices are followed regarding governance, risk management, standardization, and tooling for Python-based GenAI systems.
Skills & Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in the software industry, with a strong emphasis on building enterprise software.
- 6+ years of relevant experience in developing and implementing scalable and robuest API-driven applications and systems
- 5+ years of experience delivering complex GenAI solutions and services (e.g., backend services, APIs) into production.
- Demonstrated experience in managing and implementing successful projects of varying sizes and complexities.
- Proven understanding of Generative AI systems, AIOps, and application monitoring/evaluation.
- Experience with software development agents, agile development, CI/CD pipelines, software testing, and code reviews.
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies, adjust priorities, influence highly skilled engineering teams, and guide technology decisions.
- Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both written and verbal.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and a strategic mindset.
- Experience in the financial industry is a significant advantage.
Education
- Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience is required.
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