Senior Generative AI Software Engineer (Innovation Lab)

The Citi Innovation Lab is a leader in creating new ideas, innovative technology solutions, and ground-breaking innovations for Citi's global banking business. We're part of a global network of innovation centers, and our mission is to create competitive advantage for our clients by providing innovative technological solutions. Working closely with our clients and business partners to progress solutions from ideation to production by leveraging the entrepreneurial spirit and technological excellence fostered in the Innovation Labs.

Our Labs Network spans across cities like New York, Dublin, London, Tel Aviv, Singapore, and Shanghai. Our focus is on delivering cutting-edge products that use the latest technologies, even in highly complex setups, all while maintaining the highest delivery standards. Our Innovation Labs team works on research and implementation across various advanced domains, including AI, machine learning, NLP, analytics, blockchain, and more.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineer and thought leader to play a critical role in leading the software development of Generative AI solutions at the Citi Innovation Lab. In this role, you will be a crucial driver of innovative projects throughout the bank, utilizing generative AI and Large Language Models.

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for taking AI models from concept to production, utilizing generative AI and Large Language Models. You will collaborate closely with business partners and stakeholders to introduce and embrace these advanced technologies, elevating client experiences, delivering value to our customers, and ensuring regulatory compliance through cutting-edge technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hands-On Leadership: Lead by example and actively contribute to the development and delivery of generative AI solutions, driving innovation and excellence within the team.
• Research and Development: Lead and participate in research activities to explore and advance state-of-the-art generative AI techniques and software development.
• Monitoring Ongoing Research: Stay actively engaged in monitoring ongoing research efforts, keeping abreast of emerging trends, and ensuring that the Generative AI team remains at the forefront of the field.
• Model Delivery to Production: Take a hands-on approach to ensure AI models, APIs and websites are successfully deployed into production environments, meeting high-quality standards and performance benchmarks.
• Strategy Implementation: Execute the strategy for generative AI research and development, aligning it with the bank's overarching goals and objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to collaborate effectively with various teams, including product managers, engineers, and data scientists, to integrate AI technologies into products and services.
• Quality Control: Ensure the quality and performance of generative AI models, conducting rigorous testing and evaluation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with business stakeholders across the bank to drive the adoption of generative AI and Large Language Models, identifying opportunities for innovation and value creation.
   

Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of python, java and major software libraries and frameworks.
• Extensive experience in software development, delivering complex solutions to production.
• Strong proven delivery track record.
• In-depth knowledge of multiple programming languages, testing frameworks and Agile software development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in high tech or financial industry is beneficial but not mandatory.

What we’ll provide you

This is a unique role that will put you in the position to be part of a new venture and actively drive change. Every day there will be new challenges that will help you develop new skills that can drive your career.
 

By joining Citi London, 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
   

Visit our Global 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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