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26958099
Location(s):
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
Overview of Citi:
Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.
As a bank with a brain and a soul, Citi creates economic value that is systemically responsible and in our clients’ best interests. As a financial institution that touches every region of the world and every sector that shapes your daily life, our Enterprise Operations & Technology teams are charged with a mission that rivals any large tech company. Our technology solutions are the foundations of everything we do from keeping the bank safe, managing global resources, and providing the technical tools our workers need to be successful to designing our digital architecture and ensuring our platforms provide a first-class customer experience. We reimagine client and partner experiences to deliver excellence through secure, reliable, and efficient services.
Our commitment to diversity includes a workforce that represents the clients we serve from all walks of life, backgrounds, and origins. We foster an environment where the best people want to work. We value and demand respect for others, promote individuals based on merit, and ensure opportunities for personal development are widely available to all. Ideal candidates are innovators with well-rounded backgrounds who bring their authentic selves to work and complement our culture of delivering results with pride. If you are a problem solver who seeks passion in your work, come join us. We’ll enable growth and progress together.
Overview of the Role:
The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst 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.
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.
Recommended Qualifications:
- 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
- Strong Unix/Linux skills at a system administration level.
- Strong knowledge of computer networking with hands-on troubleshooting experience.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Perl, Python, PowerShell).
- Experience with Java build tools (Gradle/Maven preferred) and relational databases (Oracle/PostgreSQL preferred).
- Experience with CI/CD tools and pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, TeamCity, Artifactory).
- Solid understanding of distributed systems, microservices architectures, and virtualization.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Hands-on mindset with the ability to tackle complex, ambiguous technical problems.
- Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work independently, multitask effectively, and take ownership of initiatives.
Preferred
- Familiarity with ITIL practices (e.g., change and incident management).
- Experience with messaging middleware (e.g., Tibco, Solace, Kafka).
- Experience with one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go.
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:
Jersey City New Jersey United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$142,320.00 - $213,480.00
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:
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:
26958099
Location(s):
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
Overview of Citi:
Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.
As a bank with a brain and a soul, Citi creates economic value that is systemically responsible and in our clients’ best interests. As a financial institution that touches every region of the world and every sector that shapes your daily life, our Enterprise Operations & Technology teams are charged with a mission that rivals any large tech company. Our technology solutions are the foundations of everything we do from keeping the bank safe, managing global resources, and providing the technical tools our workers need to be successful to designing our digital architecture and ensuring our platforms provide a first-class customer experience. We reimagine client and partner experiences to deliver excellence through secure, reliable, and efficient services.
Our commitment to diversity includes a workforce that represents the clients we serve from all walks of life, backgrounds, and origins. We foster an environment where the best people want to work. We value and demand respect for others, promote individuals based on merit, and ensure opportunities for personal development are widely available to all. Ideal candidates are innovators with well-rounded backgrounds who bring their authentic selves to work and complement our culture of delivering results with pride. If you are a problem solver who seeks passion in your work, come join us. We’ll enable growth and progress together.
Overview of the Role:
The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst 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.
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.
Recommended Qualifications:
- 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
- Strong Unix/Linux skills at a system administration level.
- Strong knowledge of computer networking with hands-on troubleshooting experience.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Perl, Python, PowerShell).
- Experience with Java build tools (Gradle/Maven preferred) and relational databases (Oracle/PostgreSQL preferred).
- Experience with CI/CD tools and pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, TeamCity, Artifactory).
- Solid understanding of distributed systems, microservices architectures, and virtualization.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Hands-on mindset with the ability to tackle complex, ambiguous technical problems.
- Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work independently, multitask effectively, and take ownership of initiatives.
Preferred
- Familiarity with ITIL practices (e.g., change and incident management).
- Experience with messaging middleware (e.g., Tibco, Solace, Kafka).
- Experience with one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go.
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:
Jersey City New Jersey United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$142,320.00 - $213,480.00
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:
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 Lead
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Technology Lead roles require a degree in a directly related field, not just any bachelor's. If your Australian degree is in a tangential area, document how your technical coursework and experience align specifically to software engineering, systems architecture, or infrastructure leadership.
Target companies with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Labor Condition Application disclosure data to identify employers who have filed LCAs for Technology Lead or similar senior engineering titles. Prior filings signal an established E-3 sponsorship process, which reduces your negotiation friction significantly.
Address the specialty occupation question early
Employers sometimes hesitate because they're unsure whether a Technology Lead role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Bring your job description to the conversation and show that the role requires theoretical and practical application of a specific field, which satisfies the USCIS definition.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage the LCA
The LCA must be certified by the DOL before your visa appointment can proceed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork, so the employer doesn't need to manage an unfamiliar process that could stall or derail your start date.
Negotiate who files the LCA before signing
Clarify in writing whether the employer or a service provider will file the LCA. Some companies assume you'll manage it yourself, while others have a legal team. Confirming this before you sign an offer letter prevents last-minute delays at the DOL certification stage.
Prepare for nonimmigrant intent scrutiny at the consulate
Technology Lead applicants often receive questions about long-term plans because of the seniority and compensation level involved. Document your ties to Australia and have a clear, factual explanation of why you're pursuing a temporary position rather than a permanent residence pathway.
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Find Technology Lead JobsTechnology Lead E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Technology Lead jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by job title, industry, and employer sponsorship history so you're only looking at opportunities where the E-3 pathway is already established, rather than spending time educating employers who aren't familiar with the visa.
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 Lead role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. The role's job description must reflect that the degree is a minimum requirement, not just a preference. Titles alone don't determine eligibility; USCIS looks at the actual duties and the employer's stated requirements.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Technology Lead roles?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no cap, so you can apply at any time of year and start within weeks of receiving an offer. H-1B registration opens once a year in March, and selection is randomized. For a senior Technology Lead role where timing and momentum matter, the E-3's predictable timeline is a practical advantage that H-1B cannot match.
Can I change employers after starting a Technology Lead role on an E-3?
Yes, but your E-3 status is tied to your specific employer and job offer. To move to a new company, your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before you can legally begin work for them. You cannot transfer an E-3 the way some other visa categories allow portability.
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