Senior Lead Software Engineer – Equities Electronic Trading, Senior Vice President

Citigroup

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Base: $176,720.00 - $265,080.00; bonus/equity: dis...
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Low latency java c++ or rust
Electronic trading platform development
High performance system design
** Citi is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer for its Equities Electronic Trading team in Jersey City, NJ. The role focuses on designing and developing high-performance electronic execution systems, requiring extensive experience in low-latency programming and leadership in a financial services environment. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing and delivering Citi's next-generation low-latency execution platform for equities electronic trading.
  • Candidates must have prior experience building high-performance electronic trading platforms and leading development teams in a global financial institution.
  • The position offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off packages.

Matching Summary

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** Citi is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer for its Equities Electronic Trading team in Jersey City, NJ. The role focuses on designing and developing high-performance electronic execution systems, requiring extensive experience in low-latency programming and leadership in a financial services environment. **

Salary

Base: $176,720.00 - $265,080.00; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, wellness programs, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Low Latency Java C++ or Rust
  • Electronic Trading Platform Development
  • High Performance System Design
  • Algorithmic Trading Systems
  • Smart Order Routing Implementation

Nice-to-have

  • AI-Powered SDLC Tools Usage
  • Cross-Regional Team Leadership
  • Agile and CI/CD Process Championing
  • Market Data Processing Experience
  • Dark Pool & Internalization Engines

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 12 years of experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Strong technical knowledge in Low Latency Java, C++, or Rust

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