Senior Low Latency Java Engineer Svp - London - Hybrid At Citi

Senior Low Latency Java Engineer
This is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology Team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.
The role is to provide senior, low-latency systems and application framework engineering (skilled in Java, C++, KDB, market data, algorithmic trading technology) within the London Based High Performance Architectures (HPA ) team. The team require a specialist on algorithmic trading systems utilities including but not limited to market data replay and back test/simulation utilities. The HPA organisation are a high skilled enablement group of Subject Matter experts - who produce application frameworks and engage with application engineers to enable application Modernisation to over 100 teams across Citi with a concentration on Low Latency eTrading platforms in Markets Technology.
Responsibilities:

• 70% hands in the Java codebase. We build microservices based event sourcing systems on a Low Latency in-house framework. Response times in the 10 microsecond to 100 microsecond range.
• Lead integration of functions to meet goals, deploy new products, and enhance processes
• Analyze complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards to define and develop solutions to high level problems
• Provide world class expertise in area of Java Low Latency development.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of supported main system flows and comprehensive knowledge of multiple areas to achieve technology goals
• Consult with end users to identify system function specifications and incorporate into overall system design
• Influence and negotiate with senior leaders and communicate with external parties
• 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 behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
• Happy to work with and educate and support/mentor Junior developers and less experienced senior Java developers.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in area(s) of Applications Development
• In-depth experience with Algorithmic Trading application development, preferably in Low Latency environment
• Detailed comprehension and experience with Market Data handling and associated technologies (such as time-series databases e.g. KDB)
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and development skills
• Passion for coding excellent, commercial grade, mission critical Java frameworks based on event sourcing microservices.
• Complete knowledge of modern Java, the JVM, the Linux Operating system, system calls and Kernel.
• Knowledge of TCP and other IP based network protocol technologies including hardware accelerated kernel bypass e.g. Solarflare OpenOnload
• Performance assessment and targeted tuning.
• Design and architectural elegance.
• Experience in implementing projects
• Great communicator with high EQ.
• Ability to occasionally produce clear diagrammatic documentation and model key aspects in UML sequence diagrams.
• Relationship and consensus building skills

Nice to have

• Background in C++

Education / Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience in a similar role.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
What we'll provide you

• 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
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

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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Job Family Group:
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