Engineering Director Jobs in New Jersey
Engineering Director jobs in New Jersey are open across Jersey City, Princeton, and Franklin Lakes and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Citi, JPMorganChase, and Juno Therapeutics hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Markets Payment & Cash Management Technology is undergoing a major transformation to drive risk reduction, operational efficiencies, compliance, and competitive advantage. This presents an exciting opportunity to engage with Markets business and operations, owning the design and implementation of our next-generation Payment and Cash Management platform. We are seeking a hands-on, AI Augmented Engineering Director to lead the strategy, architecture, and delivery of mission-critical transactional platforms for Payments and Cash Management. This leader will drive the strategic integration of AI across our engineering practices, influencing how we design, build, and optimize our systems. While maintaining a strategic overview, this role requires a hands-on involvement in coding, architectural design, advanced troubleshooting, prototyping, and critical code reviews to ensure end-to-end engineering excellence, secure, and reliable operations. You will actively guide design reviews, mentor teams across Gen AI solutions, React (UX), and cloud-native microservices hosted on hybrid cloud (preferably Java and Python) running on Kubernetes with modern CI/CD and observability. You will be accountable for scale, resiliency, latency, and regulatory compliance in a 24x7 environment, partnering tightly with Product, Architecture, QA, Risk, and Operations to deliver client-grade experiences and bank-grade controls. Your leadership will ensure our engineering practices are augmented by AI, leading to more efficient development, intelligent systems, and superior outcomes.
Tech Stack
- Gen AI Productivity Tools: Devin, GitHub CoPilot
- Gen AI: ADK, MCP, LangGraph/ LangChain
- Frontend: React
- Backend: Java (11+/17+), Spring Boot, Python, gRPC/REST, GraphQL
- Eventing/Data: Kafka, Oracle, Redis, Elastic/OpenSearch
- Platform: Kubernetes, Helm, Service Mesh (Istio/Linkerd), API Gateway, Terraform
- Observability: OpenTelemetry, Prometheus/Grafana, Jaeger/Tempo, Kibana
- Security: OAuth2, mTLS, SBOM
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of relevant experience
- 8-10+ years of managerial experience
- Hands-on coding required
- PMP Certification, MBA, Specific to business Licenses and other
- Experience with financial products
- Working knowledge of the industry and competitors’ products and services
- Advanced knowledge of strategic direction of the function within relevant part of the business
- Proficient computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated leadership, management, and development skills
Education
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
- Master’s degree preferred
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
PRIMARY LOCATION
Primary Location: Jersey City New Jersey United States
PRIMARY LOCATION FULL TIME SALARY RANGE
- 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
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
ANTICIPATED POSTING CLOSE DATE
May 14, 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.
INTRODUCTION
Markets Payment & Cash Management Technology is undergoing a major transformation to drive risk reduction, operational efficiencies, compliance, and competitive advantage. This presents an exciting opportunity to engage with Markets business and operations, owning the design and implementation of our next-generation Payment and Cash Management platform. We are seeking a hands-on, AI Augmented Engineering Director to lead the strategy, architecture, and delivery of mission-critical transactional platforms for Payments and Cash Management. This leader will drive the strategic integration of AI across our engineering practices, influencing how we design, build, and optimize our systems. While maintaining a strategic overview, this role requires a hands-on involvement in coding, architectural design, advanced troubleshooting, prototyping, and critical code reviews to ensure end-to-end engineering excellence, secure, and reliable operations. You will actively guide design reviews, mentor teams across Gen AI solutions, React (UX), and cloud-native microservices hosted on hybrid cloud (preferably Java and Python) running on Kubernetes with modern CI/CD and observability. You will be accountable for scale, resiliency, latency, and regulatory compliance in a 24x7 environment, partnering tightly with Product, Architecture, QA, Risk, and Operations to deliver client-grade experiences and bank-grade controls. Your leadership will ensure our engineering practices are augmented by AI, leading to more efficient development, intelligent systems, and superior outcomes.
Tech Stack
- Gen AI Productivity Tools: Devin, GitHub CoPilot
- Gen AI: ADK, MCP, LangGraph/ LangChain
- Frontend: React
- Backend: Java (11+/17+), Spring Boot, Python, gRPC/REST, GraphQL
- Eventing/Data: Kafka, Oracle, Redis, Elastic/OpenSearch
- Platform: Kubernetes, Helm, Service Mesh (Istio/Linkerd), API Gateway, Terraform
- Observability: OpenTelemetry, Prometheus/Grafana, Jaeger/Tempo, Kibana
- Security: OAuth2, mTLS, SBOM
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of relevant experience
- 8-10+ years of managerial experience
- Hands-on coding required
- PMP Certification, MBA, Specific to business Licenses and other
- Experience with financial products
- Working knowledge of the industry and competitors’ products and services
- Advanced knowledge of strategic direction of the function within relevant part of the business
- Proficient computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated leadership, management, and development skills
Education
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
- Master’s degree preferred
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
PRIMARY LOCATION
Primary Location: Jersey City New Jersey United States
PRIMARY LOCATION FULL TIME SALARY RANGE
- 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
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
ANTICIPATED POSTING CLOSE DATE
May 14, 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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Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Engineering Director Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Citi7
- JPMorganChase6
- Juno Therapeutics5
- Prudential5
- BD4
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals16
- Technology & Software13
- Investment & Asset Management11
- Banking & Financial Services10
- Insurance9
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering director jobs across New Jersey.
- 10 or more years of software engineering experience with at least 5 in people management
- Proven ability to lead and develop multiple engineering teams or managers of managers
- Experience owning end-to-end delivery of large-scale technical systems or platforms
- Strong cross-functional collaboration with product, design, and executive stakeholders
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
- Familiarity with agile delivery frameworks and engineering operational metrics such as DORA
Engineering Director Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How many engineering director jobs are there in New Jersey?
There are 84+ engineering director openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Jersey City, Princeton, and Franklin Lakes. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.
How much do engineering directors make in New Jersey?
Engineering directors in New Jersey earn a median of about $180,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $129,690 for the lowest 10% to over $275,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which New Jersey cities have the most engineering director jobs?
Jersey City, Princeton, and Franklin Lakes have the most engineering director openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire engineering directors in New Jersey?
Employers hiring engineering directors in New Jersey include Citi, JPMorganChase, and Juno Therapeutics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote engineering director jobs in New Jersey?
Yes. About 31% of engineering director openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.
How do I apply for engineering director jobs in New Jersey?
You can apply to engineering director jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.
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