Applications Development Lead – Vice President
About the role
Job Req Id:
26959660
Location(s):
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
May. 08, 2026
Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst is 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. Responsibilities:
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Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
-
Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
-
Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
-
Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
-
Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
-
Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
-
Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work 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.
-
Develop and maintain application development to complicated enterprise data lineage
-
Optimize industry based tool to simplify enterprise level data complexity via data lineage
-
Debug and resolve graph-related issues
-
Collaborate on designing and implementing new features to simplify complex problems
-
Conduct code reviews for quality assurance
-
Write and maintain documentation for functionalities and APIs
-
Integrate and validate third-party libraries and tools
-
Manage source code using version control systems
-
Implement algorithms for code generation and optimization
-
Perform code refactoring for better maintainability and efficiency
-
Stay updated with advancements in Data lineage technology
-
Profile and benchmark compiler performance on various platforms
-
Develop automated testing and verification of code base and functionality
-
Provide technical support to teams using technical expertise
-
Analyze performance metrics to identify areas for improvement
-
Participate in design and architecture discussions
-
Use static and dynamic analysis tools to improve code quality
-
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
-
Research new techniques and methodologies
-
Contribute to and engage with open-source compiler projects
Recommended Qualifications:
-
6-10 years of application Ab-initio Metadata hub development experience.
-
Strong understanding of Data Lineage, metadata management and reference data development and data analytics.
-
Good knowledge about relational databases like Oracle, SQL / PLSQL,
-
Strong knowledge in one or more of the areas of: Data lineage, application development, python or Java coding experience
-
Hands on experience of any coding language and tool based configuration prior experience.
-
Full Software Development Kit (SDK) development cycle experience.
-
Pragmatic problem-solving and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
-
Proficiency in ab-initio mHub or python programming languages.
-
Proficiency with 1 or more of the following programming languages: Java, API, Python
-
A passion for development, strong work ethic, and continuous learning.
-
Experience with code optimization techniques for different hardware architectures.
Education:
-
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field/University degree or equivalent experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Experience relational database i.e. SQL / PLSQL, Oracle etc
-
Experience with code development, metadata management, reference data, Lineage tool
-
Experience with developing data lineage using tool or custom code.
-
Experience is Data management and coding language
Job Family Group:
Technology
Job Family:
Applications Development
Time Type:
Full time
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$120,800.00 - $170,800.00
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Automated Processing and AI
We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
This job opening is for an existing job vacancy.
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their 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 review Accessibility at Citi*.*
View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
Not the right fit? Search for Applications Development Lead jobs in Mississauga, ON
About Citi
Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital markets on behalf of our clients. We have 200 years of experience helping our clients meet the world's toughest challenges and embrace its greatest opportunities. We are Citi, the global bank – an institution connecting millions of people across hundreds of countries and cities.
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Applications Development Lead – Vice President
About the role
Job Req Id:
26959660
Location(s):
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
May. 08, 2026
Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst is 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. Responsibilities:
-
Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
-
Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
-
Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
-
Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
-
Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
-
Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
-
Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work 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.
-
Develop and maintain application development to complicated enterprise data lineage
-
Optimize industry based tool to simplify enterprise level data complexity via data lineage
-
Debug and resolve graph-related issues
-
Collaborate on designing and implementing new features to simplify complex problems
-
Conduct code reviews for quality assurance
-
Write and maintain documentation for functionalities and APIs
-
Integrate and validate third-party libraries and tools
-
Manage source code using version control systems
-
Implement algorithms for code generation and optimization
-
Perform code refactoring for better maintainability and efficiency
-
Stay updated with advancements in Data lineage technology
-
Profile and benchmark compiler performance on various platforms
-
Develop automated testing and verification of code base and functionality
-
Provide technical support to teams using technical expertise
-
Analyze performance metrics to identify areas for improvement
-
Participate in design and architecture discussions
-
Use static and dynamic analysis tools to improve code quality
-
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
-
Research new techniques and methodologies
-
Contribute to and engage with open-source compiler projects
Recommended Qualifications:
-
6-10 years of application Ab-initio Metadata hub development experience.
-
Strong understanding of Data Lineage, metadata management and reference data development and data analytics.
-
Good knowledge about relational databases like Oracle, SQL / PLSQL,
-
Strong knowledge in one or more of the areas of: Data lineage, application development, python or Java coding experience
-
Hands on experience of any coding language and tool based configuration prior experience.
-
Full Software Development Kit (SDK) development cycle experience.
-
Pragmatic problem-solving and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
-
Proficiency in ab-initio mHub or python programming languages.
-
Proficiency with 1 or more of the following programming languages: Java, API, Python
-
A passion for development, strong work ethic, and continuous learning.
-
Experience with code optimization techniques for different hardware architectures.
Education:
-
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field/University degree or equivalent experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Experience relational database i.e. SQL / PLSQL, Oracle etc
-
Experience with code development, metadata management, reference data, Lineage tool
-
Experience with developing data lineage using tool or custom code.
-
Experience is Data management and coding language
Job Family Group:
Technology
Job Family:
Applications Development
Time Type:
Full time
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$120,800.00 - $170,800.00
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Automated Processing and AI
We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
This job opening is for an existing job vacancy.
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their 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 review Accessibility at Citi*.*
View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
Not the right fit? Search for Applications Development Lead jobs in Mississauga, ON
About Citi
Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital markets on behalf of our clients. We have 200 years of experience helping our clients meet the world's toughest challenges and embrace its greatest opportunities. We are Citi, the global bank – an institution connecting millions of people across hundreds of countries and cities.
For information on Citi’s commitment to privacy, visit on.citi/privacy.