GenAI Development Group Manager, SVP
Hobbsnews, Irving, TX, United States
Position Overview
The GenAI Development Group Manager is a hands‑on development senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department in an effort to establish and implement new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology Team. The overall objective of this role is to drive applications systems analysis and programming activities within the Common Platforms domain of Operations Technology group within Citi.
Responsibilities
Manage multiple teams of professionals to accomplish established goals and conduct personnel duties for team (e.g., performance evaluations, hiring and disciplinary actions)
Provide strategic influence and exercise control over resources, budget management and planning while monitoring end results
Utilize in‑depth knowledge of concepts and procedures within own area and basic knowledge of other areas to resolve issues
Ensure essential procedures are followed and contribute to defining standards
Integrate in‑depth knowledge of applications development with overall technology function to achieve established goals
Provide evaluative judgement based on analysis of facts in complicated, unique, and dynamic situations including drawing from internal and external sources
Influence and negotiate with senior leaders across functions, as well as communicate with external parties as necessary
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm’s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervising the activity of others and creating accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
Qualifications
10+ years of relevant experience in applications development
Experience in managing an application development team, including budget and performance management
Forecast future technology needs and make strategic recommendations to maintain competitive advantage and efficiency
Solid understanding of GenAI principles and architectures, coupled with proficiency in frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers) and MLOps practices for managing the lifecycle of GenAI solutions
Primary coding expertise in Python, with extensive hands‑on development experience
Strong background in GenAI, including working with LLMs, Google Gemini, and vector databases (e.g., FAISS, Pinecone, Chroma); experience in designing retrieval‑augmented solutions is highly preferred
Hands‑on Coding Manager able to lead by example—driving architecture, reviewing code, mentoring engineers, and contributing directly to development
Experience building and supporting microservices‑based applications (secondary skill set)
Proven ability to design and implement new applications leveraging Angular, Python, and microservices architectures
Strong understanding of cloud‑native development, API design, and modern software engineering best practices
Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, translate business requirements into technical solutions, and deliver scalable, resilient systems
Oversee the performance, growth, and development of individual managers, providing mentorship, coaching, and career guidance
Establish and champion a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence within the engineering organization
Champion Agile/Scrum methodologies and foster a continuous delivery mindset within the full-stack development organization
Define and communicate the technical vision and strategy for the full-stack development teams, aligning with overall business objectives
Drive innovation and adoption of best practices in Angular, Python, Microservices, Spring Boot, and related technologies across multiple teams
Provide high-level technical guidance and architectural oversight for major Angular frontend and Python backend initiatives, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Facilitate technical discussions and decision‑making processes, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and engineering best practices
Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the full-stack ecosystem (e.g., new Angular features, Spring Boot advancements, microservices patterns) and guide teams on adoption where appropriate
Act as a primary liaison between engineering, product management, and other business units, translating technical complexities into clear business implications
Communicate effectively with executive leadership on team performance, project status, and strategic initiatives
Experience managing global technology teams
Working knowledge of industry practices and standards
Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
Education
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
Master’s degree preferred
Job Details
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: Irving, Texas, United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $156,160.00 - $234,240.00
Anticipated Posting Close Date: May 02, 2026
Benefits include medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident and disability insurance; wellness programs; paid time off packages (vacation, sick leave, 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.
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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, please submit a request for accommodation. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
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The GenAI Development Group Manager is a hands‑on development senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department in an effort to establish and implement new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology Team. The overall objective of this role is to drive applications systems analysis and programming activities within the Common Platforms domain of Operations Technology group within Citi.
Responsibilities
Manage multiple teams of professionals to accomplish established goals and conduct personnel duties for team (e.g., performance evaluations, hiring and disciplinary actions)
Provide strategic influence and exercise control over resources, budget management and planning while monitoring end results
Utilize in‑depth knowledge of concepts and procedures within own area and basic knowledge of other areas to resolve issues
Ensure essential procedures are followed and contribute to defining standards
Integrate in‑depth knowledge of applications development with overall technology function to achieve established goals
Provide evaluative judgement based on analysis of facts in complicated, unique, and dynamic situations including drawing from internal and external sources
Influence and negotiate with senior leaders across functions, as well as communicate with external parties as necessary
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm’s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervising the activity of others and creating accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
Qualifications
10+ years of relevant experience in applications development
Experience in managing an application development team, including budget and performance management
Forecast future technology needs and make strategic recommendations to maintain competitive advantage and efficiency
Solid understanding of GenAI principles and architectures, coupled with proficiency in frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers) and MLOps practices for managing the lifecycle of GenAI solutions
Primary coding expertise in Python, with extensive hands‑on development experience
Strong background in GenAI, including working with LLMs, Google Gemini, and vector databases (e.g., FAISS, Pinecone, Chroma); experience in designing retrieval‑augmented solutions is highly preferred
Hands‑on Coding Manager able to lead by example—driving architecture, reviewing code, mentoring engineers, and contributing directly to development
Experience building and supporting microservices‑based applications (secondary skill set)
Proven ability to design and implement new applications leveraging Angular, Python, and microservices architectures
Strong understanding of cloud‑native development, API design, and modern software engineering best practices
Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, translate business requirements into technical solutions, and deliver scalable, resilient systems
Oversee the performance, growth, and development of individual managers, providing mentorship, coaching, and career guidance
Establish and champion a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence within the engineering organization
Champion Agile/Scrum methodologies and foster a continuous delivery mindset within the full-stack development organization
Define and communicate the technical vision and strategy for the full-stack development teams, aligning with overall business objectives
Drive innovation and adoption of best practices in Angular, Python, Microservices, Spring Boot, and related technologies across multiple teams
Provide high-level technical guidance and architectural oversight for major Angular frontend and Python backend initiatives, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Facilitate technical discussions and decision‑making processes, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and engineering best practices
Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the full-stack ecosystem (e.g., new Angular features, Spring Boot advancements, microservices patterns) and guide teams on adoption where appropriate
Act as a primary liaison between engineering, product management, and other business units, translating technical complexities into clear business implications
Communicate effectively with executive leadership on team performance, project status, and strategic initiatives
Experience managing global technology teams
Working knowledge of industry practices and standards
Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
Education
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
Master’s degree preferred
Job Details
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: Irving, Texas, United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $156,160.00 - $234,240.00
Anticipated Posting Close Date: May 02, 2026
Benefits include medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident and disability insurance; wellness programs; paid time off packages (vacation, sick leave, 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.
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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, please submit a request for accommodation. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
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