Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
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.
Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and efficient Python code for Generative AI applications.
Integrate and leverage various GenAI-related APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Gemini) to build innovative features and products.
Implement and optimize Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems to enhance AI model capabilities and provide contextually relevant responses.
Develop and deploy robust backend services using Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data scientists, and other engineers, to define requirements and deliver solutions.
Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
Participate in code reviews, contributing to a culture of high-quality code and best practices.
Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.
(Optional, if relevant): Work with cloud container orchestration services like OpenShift ECS for deploying and managing applications.
(Optional, if relevant): Familiarity with Lightspeed (referring to a specific internal tool or technology - clarify if this is a known external tool) is a plus.
Recommended Qualifications
5+ years of professional software development experience with a strong focus on Python.
Proven hands-on experience with Generative AI concepts and technologies.
Demonstrable experience working with GenAI-related APIs, such as OpenAI, Gemini, etc.
Solid understanding and practical experience in implementing Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems.
Expertise in at least one modern Python web framework: FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
Strong understanding of software development best practices, including version control (Git), testing, and CI/CD.
Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Education
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group
Technology
Job Family
Applications Development
Time Type
Full time
Primary Location
Tampa Florida United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range
$96,960.00 - $145,440.00
In 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.
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- Other Relevant Skills
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Anticipated Posting Close Date
Sep 22, 2026
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