FI Algo Overview:The evolution of electronic trading and automation has changed the way that rates products trade forever; driving a need for real-time, low latency pricing, market making and risk technology. In this increasingly electronic and competitive landscape, Citi is key player due to its leading eTrading and Algo platform and investment in technology. The FI Algo Technology Team is at the forefront by building high-performance, low latency technology that supports the execution of billions of dollars of client trades every day. Our competitive advantage is our technology and having a platform that provides exceptional and dependable trading experience. If you are capable of seeing ahead, of developing a clear path forward in a quest to try the untried, here is the opportunity.Job PurposeThe FI Algo Technology team supports Citi’s Market Making business, providing algorithmic. Trading, and internal matching solutions for the Rates Business globally. We’re seeking to hire an experienced candidate to lead Core Engineering Low Latency team responsible for partnering with quant teams to productionize model changes and creating scalable solutions for FI Algo. This is a challenging and exciting opportunity to be part of the largest and most sophisticated algo platforms in Rates. It will involve working directly with trading and quants to solve both business and technology problems with a direct measurable impact on the business.Responsibilities
Design, develop, engineer, and implement high performance, low latency applications leveraging existing Citi framework
Manger for small/global team
Independently work with quants and traders to interpret requirements and drive projects in a scalable fashion
Partner with quant team to design solutions for productionizing model changes efficiently while providing low latency options
Represent team goals in senior forums/engineering panels in collaborative manner
Understanding of good design principles and ability to adhere to complex design
Working with other eTrading teams to support live trading
Drive architecture and execute on big picture technical strategy
Deliver next-generation performance and functionality and partner with Fixed Income quants/traders
Qualifications
8+ years experience in low latency trading
Hands-on manger experience
Extensive hand-on coding expertise in Core Java
Experience with Quant desk and Trade desk
Experience with complex high performance distributed systems & messaging.
Strong focus on system performance tuning and experience with low latency Java programming
Knowledge of Interest Rates or Futures financial products (e.g. Treasuries/Swaps) is highly desirable
Strong academic record, ideally with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, engineering or related technical or quantitative discipline.
Strong and diverse technical background. Ability to quickly learn and understand new technologies, influence highly skilled engineering teams and overall have a personal impact on technology decisions and vision.
Competencies
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to face off to business users
Self-motivated individual and with determination to achieve goals
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Good team working skills and ability to work in a distributed global team environment
Ability to work on a fast-pace environment
Fixed income product knowledge
Proven leadership skills and experience
Flexible and able to deliver quality results in the required timeframe
Job Family Group:TechnologyJob Family:Applications DevelopmentTime Type:Full timePrimary Location:New York New York United StatesPrimary Location Full Time Salary Range:$176,720.00 - $265,080.00In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.Anticipated Posting Close Date:Aug 20, 2024Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi”) invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi (https://www.citigroup.com/citi/accessibility/application-accessibility.htm) .View the "EEO is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) " poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCPEEOSupplementFinalJRFQA508c.pdf) .View the EEO Policy Statement (http://citi.com/citi/diversity/assets/pdf/eeoaapolicy.pdf) .View the Pay Transparency Posting (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf)Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
