Lead Generative AI Python Engineer - Vice President

Overview In this role you will lead the design and development of enterprise-grade GenAI platforms and services using Python. You will align architecture with business needs across Citi units, drive deployment of AI products, and ensure robust, scalable implementations. You’ll collaborate with data science, product, and risk teams to deliver high-impact GenAI solutions. This is a leadership-heavy, hands-on engineering role at scale within a global bank that values governance and innovation. Compensation / Benefitsmedical, dental & vision coverage401(k)life, accident, and disability insurancewellness programspaid time offvacation and holidays ResponsibilitiesLead design, development, and maintenance of Python-based GenAI platforms and infrastructure at scaleDefine architecture with data science, technical and business stakeholders for key GenAI use-casesOversee deployment and improvement of GenAI products delivering commercial valueResolve complex GenAI-related technical and business problems with Python-driven solutionsProvide expert Python guidance and ensure adherence to architectural blueprints and best practicesDevelop and enforce Python coding standards, testing, and debugging for enterprise-grade systemsManage multiple initiatives, including external partnerships, to explore Python-based technologiesUnderstand how business, architecture, and infrastructure integrate within Citi’s GenAI ecosystemMentor mid-level developers and analysts in Python and GenAI practicesCollaborate with Risk and Control teams to ensure governance and tooling best practices Key requirements6+ years in software, with enterprise-scale experience6+ years developing scalable Python-based AI platforms using libraries like FastAPI, Flask, Django, Pandas, NumPy, Prefect, Scikit-learn, Hugging Face5+ years delivering complex Python backend services to productionProven track record in managing projects of varying sizesExperience with Generative AI, AIOps, and monitoring/evaluationCloud architecture experience with public cloud offeringsHands-on experience integrating AI/ML tech with PythonExperience with Agile, CI/CD, testing, and code reviewsStrong communication, documentation, and leadership skillsExperience in financial services is advantageousBachelor’s degree or equivalent experiencestrong communicationleadership and mentoringstrategic mindsetPython (expertise)GenAI / AI platformsAPIs backend services