AI and Application Development Engineer - Assistant Vice President

Citi•Mississauga, ON

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our innovative team. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend traditional backend development expertise with emerging AI technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-performance applications using Java and Spring Boot, coupled with MongoDB for data persistence. A significant aspect of this role will involve working with AI Agents, applying advanced Prompt Engineering techniques, and leveraging the Google ADK to build intelligent, next-generation solutions.

Requirements

4+ years of relevant experience
Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
Familiarity with the Google ADK or similar AI development kits/platforms.
Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
Demonstrable experience with AI Agents, including their design, implementation, and integration into software systems.
Practical experience and a strong understanding of Prompt Engineering principles and best practices.
Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements

Nice To Haves

Java and Spring Boot
MongoDB
AI Agents
Prompt Engineering
Google ADK

Responsibilities

Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision. Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy. Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or team members. 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.
Develop, integrate, and deploy AI Agents to enhance application intelligence and automation.
Apply Prompt Engineering methodologies to optimize interactions with large language models and other AI systems.
Utilize the Google ADK (Agent Development Kit) to build, test, and deploy AI-powered features and applications.