The Big Data engineer is a seasoned professional role. Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and the improvement of processes and work-flow for the area or function. Integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined area. Requires in-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the sub-function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the function and overall business. Evaluates moderately complex and variable issues with substantial potential impact, where development of an approach/taking of an action involves weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting situations using multiple sources of information. Requires good analytical skills in order to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required. Regularly assumes informal/formal leadership role within teams. Involved in coaching and training of new recruits. Significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc. by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services to others in area of specialization. Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of the individual.

Responsibilities:

• Develops Big data, Snowflake pipeline solutions within a Data Engineering team working closely with business and other Tech partners.
• Coordinates and contribute to the objectives of data Engineering initiatives and overall business through leveraging in-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the sub-function.
• Assumes informal/formal leadership role through coaching and training of new recruits.
• Significantly influences decisions, work, and performance of all teams through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services to others in the business.
• Conducts strategic data analysis, identifies insights and implications and make strategic recommendations, develops data displays that clearly communicate complex analysis.
• Mines and analyzes data from various banking platforms to drive optimization and improve data quality.
• Delivers analytics initiatives to address business problems with the ability to identify data required, assess time & effort required and establish a project plan.
• Consults with business clients to identify system functional specifications. Applies comprehensive understanding of how multiple areas collectively integrate to contribute towards achieving business goals.
• Consults with users and clients to solve complex system issues/problems through in-depth evaluation of business processes, systems and industry standards; recommends solutions.
• Leads system change process from requirements through implementation; provides user and operational support of application to business users
• Formulate and define systems scope and objectives for complex projects through research and fact-finding combined with an understanding of applicable business systems and industry standards.
• Impacts the business directly by ensuring the quality of work provided by self and others; impacts own team and closely related work teams.
• Considers the business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment; identifies and communicates risks and impacts.
• Drives communication between business leaders and IT; exhibits sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills to exchange complex information.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating 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.
• Qualifications:
• 4-8 years’ experience within Hadoop ecosystem Hive, HDFS, Python, pyspark etc. as well as other Data Engineering technologies like Snowflake, Databricks etc.
• Ability to effectively use complex analytical, interpretive and problem solving techniques

Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Applications Development

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Irving Texas United States:

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$107,120.00 - $160,680.00
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.

Most Relevant Skills:

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Apr 03, 2026

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