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Technology Director roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Australian nationals can pursue these positions without competing in the H-1B lottery, with two-year renewable status and no annual cap to worry about.
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26941870
Location(s):
Tampa, Florida, United States
Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
Apr. 24, 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 Senior Group Manager is a pivotal senior leadership role responsible for overseeing teams focused on Payments Data transformation and the development of high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications. This full-stack technology position drives the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and design to implementation and delivery, while shaping technical strategy and ensuring exceptional business results.
Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage multiple technology teams, defining vision, roles, and responsibilities to maximize impact and align with business goals. Conduct performance evaluations, manage hiring, and ensure adherence to best practices and processes.
- Strategic Design & Delivery: Drive the design, development, and implementation of robust system architectures leveraging the latest technology stacks. Oversee the full SDLC, ensuring high-quality deliverables and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Technical & Cultural Transformation: Champion an "everything-as-code" and "codified controls" mindset. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, critical thinking, and the strategic adoption of emerging technologies, including Generative AI.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate extensively with business and technology partners, presenting regular team and project reviews to senior management and business leaders.
- Risk Management & Compliance: Proactively assess and mitigate risks, ensuring strict compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and internal policies. Maintain and test disaster recovery plans, and manage change with appropriate controls and documentation.
- Advocacy & Engagement: Actively promote inclusion and diversity, fostering enthusiasm, trust, and engagement within global teams through effective communication and leadership.
- Operational Oversight: Monitor budget, planning, policy formation, and contribute to the future strategy of the department.
Qualifications
- 15+ years of application development experience
- 10+ years’ experience in leadership roles specializing in franchise-critical applications.
- 10+ years’ experience leading large-scale technology transformation initiatives.
- Deep understanding of designing highly available and scalable systems.
- Extensive hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, REST services, Microservices, Docker/Kubernetes, Kafka.
- Proficiency in Front-End Technologies: JavaScript, Angular (any version), CSS, HTML.
- Hands-on experience with relational (Oracle/DB2) and No-SQL (MongoDB) databases, and Unix commands.
- Experience in cloud-based application deployment and code testing tools (Junit, Mockito, Cucumber).
- Acquaintance with deployment environments like Apache Tomcat, OpenShift, or public cloud.
- Expertise in Test-Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, build, version control, and development tools.
- Familiarity with AI tools to enhance team productivity and knowledge of Agentic AI is a plus.
- Proven experience managing global technology teams.
- Paramount knowledge of Payments Messaging and Payments Data (ISO 20022, Sanctions, AML).
- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and independent work skills.
- Experience collaborating with business analysts, database administrators, project managers, and technical architects in multiple geographical areas.
- Strong presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience with Agile Software Development Lifecycle methodologies and related tooling (e.g., JIRA, Scrum).
- Required experience in the Financial Services industry.
- Payments Sanctions knowledge is highly preferred
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience (Master’s degree preferred).
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:
$170,000.00 - $300,000.00
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
Cloud Software, Payment Services, Software Development, Technology Leadership, Web Development.
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Apr 30, 2026
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.
Job Req Id:
26941870
Location(s):
Tampa, Florida, United States
Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
Apr. 24, 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 Senior Group Manager is a pivotal senior leadership role responsible for overseeing teams focused on Payments Data transformation and the development of high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications. This full-stack technology position drives the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and design to implementation and delivery, while shaping technical strategy and ensuring exceptional business results.
Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage multiple technology teams, defining vision, roles, and responsibilities to maximize impact and align with business goals. Conduct performance evaluations, manage hiring, and ensure adherence to best practices and processes.
- Strategic Design & Delivery: Drive the design, development, and implementation of robust system architectures leveraging the latest technology stacks. Oversee the full SDLC, ensuring high-quality deliverables and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Technical & Cultural Transformation: Champion an "everything-as-code" and "codified controls" mindset. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, critical thinking, and the strategic adoption of emerging technologies, including Generative AI.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate extensively with business and technology partners, presenting regular team and project reviews to senior management and business leaders.
- Risk Management & Compliance: Proactively assess and mitigate risks, ensuring strict compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and internal policies. Maintain and test disaster recovery plans, and manage change with appropriate controls and documentation.
- Advocacy & Engagement: Actively promote inclusion and diversity, fostering enthusiasm, trust, and engagement within global teams through effective communication and leadership.
- Operational Oversight: Monitor budget, planning, policy formation, and contribute to the future strategy of the department.
Qualifications
- 15+ years of application development experience
- 10+ years’ experience in leadership roles specializing in franchise-critical applications.
- 10+ years’ experience leading large-scale technology transformation initiatives.
- Deep understanding of designing highly available and scalable systems.
- Extensive hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, REST services, Microservices, Docker/Kubernetes, Kafka.
- Proficiency in Front-End Technologies: JavaScript, Angular (any version), CSS, HTML.
- Hands-on experience with relational (Oracle/DB2) and No-SQL (MongoDB) databases, and Unix commands.
- Experience in cloud-based application deployment and code testing tools (Junit, Mockito, Cucumber).
- Acquaintance with deployment environments like Apache Tomcat, OpenShift, or public cloud.
- Expertise in Test-Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, build, version control, and development tools.
- Familiarity with AI tools to enhance team productivity and knowledge of Agentic AI is a plus.
- Proven experience managing global technology teams.
- Paramount knowledge of Payments Messaging and Payments Data (ISO 20022, Sanctions, AML).
- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and independent work skills.
- Experience collaborating with business analysts, database administrators, project managers, and technical architects in multiple geographical areas.
- Strong presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience with Agile Software Development Lifecycle methodologies and related tooling (e.g., JIRA, Scrum).
- Required experience in the Financial Services industry.
- Payments Sanctions knowledge is highly preferred
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience (Master’s degree preferred).
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:
$170,000.00 - $300,000.00
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
Cloud Software, Payment Services, Software Development, Technology Leadership, Web Development.
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Apr 30, 2026
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Technology Director
Verify your degree matches the role
Consular officers assess whether your qualification directly relates to the Technology Director position. An IT management degree supports this cleanly; a general business degree may require a credential evaluation letter confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's in a relevant technical field.
Target employers with prior LCA history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify companies that have filed LCAs for technology leadership roles. Employers already familiar with E-3 requirements move faster and rarely need internal legal approvals from scratch.
Clarify the specialty occupation requirement early
Technology Director titles can span purely managerial to deeply technical roles. Frame your position around the technical knowledge it requires, not just team oversight. A consular officer will want to see that a specific bachelor's-level field is an actual prerequisite for the job.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA step
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so the offer-to-appointment timeline doesn't stall while your employer figures out the process.
Negotiate who covers the government filing fees
E-3 regulations do not prohibit employees from paying their own filing fees, but many Australian candidates successfully ask employers to cover the DS-160 fee and any third-party preparation costs. Raise this during the offer stage, not after paperwork has started.
Prepare for nonimmigrant intent questions at the consulate
Technology Director candidates married to U.S. citizens or with U.S. property face closer scrutiny on nonimmigrant intent. Have a clear account of your ties to Australia and your plans after any given employment term before your consulate interview.
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Find Technology Director JobsTechnology Director E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Technology Director jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Technology Director roles where employers have E-3 sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never navigated the process. Filtering by employers with prior LCA filings for technology leadership positions saves significant time and avoids offers that fall through at the paperwork stage.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Technology Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical or management field, such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. Roles where the degree requirement is listed as preferred rather than required, or where any bachelor's degree suffices, can face scrutiny. The job duties and the employer's own internal requirements both factor into the consular officer's assessment.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Technology Director candidates?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply at any point during the year and expect a decision at your consulate interview rather than waiting on a random selection. H-1B registration closes in March with results in April, meaning a rejected registration delays your start date by a full year. For Technology Director roles, the E-3 is a direct path where qualification, not luck, determines the outcome.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Technology Director?
Yes, but the E-3 is employer-specific, so your current visa does not transfer to a new company. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need either a new visa stamp from an Australian consulate or, if you're already in the U.S., you can begin work once the new LCA is certified and the employer has documented the sponsorship, without requiring a new stamp in certain circumstances. Confirm the specific pathway with your new employer's process before resigning.
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