Applications Development Manager

Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced
Applications Development Manager
to join our team and play a key role in developing, enhancing & implementing our global payments platform.
This role requires a strong techno functional background, experience with various payment schemes and messaging formats, and proven leadership skills.
You will be responsible for providing technical leadership across multiple large-scale and complex software solutions, ensuring seamless integration with in-house and vendor solutions to create a comprehensive platform that meets key business needs.
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership for multiple large-scale/complex software solutions, extending the existing platform through custom development, customization, and integration with internal and vendor solutions.
Lead the implementation of a payments product processor across multiple countries, designing robust hardware and software solutions.
Design, code, test, document, and implement application releases as part of the development team.
Work extensively with various payments schemes (e.g., RTGS/ACH) and messaging formats (e.g., ISO 8583, ISO 20022, SWIFT).
Adhere to CBPR+ guidelines for cross-border payments.
Build enterprise-level transaction-based systems with a focus on recovery, stability, reliability, scalability, and performance.
Collaborate with Program Management and Quality Control teams to deliver high-quality software within project schedules.
Proactively communicate risks, bottlenecks, problems, issues, and concerns to the Development Project Manager.
Comply with Citi's System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Information Security requirements.
Leadership Skills
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Demonstrated sense of responsibility and ability to deliver quickly.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate and document technical and functional specifications.
Proactive problem-solving abilities.
Strong relationship-building and teamwork skills.
Negotiation, difficult conversation management, and prioritization skills.
Flexibility to handle multiple complex projects and changing priorities.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong analytical and business skills.
Ability to promote teamwork and build strong relationships within and across global teams.
Commitment to continuous process improvement, particularly in code quality, testability, and reliability.
Qualifications
Significant years of relevant experience in software development.
Proven experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications.
Experience with Java microservices.
Track record of successfully managing and implementing projects.
Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods.
Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in requirements.
Experience with payment processing systems and technologies is highly desirable.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
What we can offer you
By joining Citi Dublin, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed) and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well.
Discover more here.
Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.
We want the best talent around the world to be energised to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.
Sounds like Citi has everything you need?
Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
Most Relevant Skills: Please see the requirements listed above.
Other Relevant Skills: For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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