Python Engineer

Citi•Irving, TX

1d•$84,580 - $118,020•Hybrid

About The Position

Citi is seeking an early-career Python Engineer to join a collaborative development team building, testing, and maintaining Python-based applications for critical business solutions. The role focuses on backend services and REST APIs and offers hands-on experience with modern software engineering practices at global scale. The engineer will collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams, contribute throughout the software development lifecycle, and develop technical skills within a global financial institution. The position is based in Irving, Texas, and follows a hybrid working model with three days in the office and two days working remotely. It is a full-time role with a stated salary range of $84,580 to $118,020. Citi describes structured development opportunities, mentorship, exposure to large-scale technology challenges, wellbeing support, work-life balance initiatives, and financial wellbeing programs. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

At least 2 years of software development experience, including practical exposure to building and maintaining applications.
Proficiency in Python, including programming fundamentals and object-oriented design principles.
Ability to use PySpark to process and transform large-scale datasets in distributed computing environments.
Ability to build and consume REST APIs and web services in a backend development context.
Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases, including writing and troubleshooting queries.
Familiarity with Git or an equivalent version control system for managing and collaborating on codebases.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to diagnose and resolve application issues.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work productively in a team.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on Python application development through internships, academic projects, or personal initiatives.
Experience with PySpark big data pipelines and familiarity with the Spark ecosystem and distributed data processing concepts.
Familiarity with Linux or Unix environments for application development or deployment.
Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and foundational understanding of cloud-based services.
Knowledge of software testing frameworks such as PyTest and unit testing principles.
Interest in or early exposure to AI, machine learning, or automation technologies.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain Python applications throughout the software development lifecycle, from design through deployment and ongoing support.
Develop and maintain REST APIs and backend services that meet performance, reliability, and maintainability standards.
Write clean, well-structured, documented code that the wider team can maintain and extend.
Design and execute automated tests to support quality assurance and verify expected software behavior.
Support database development, including writing and optimizing SQL queries and assisting with data integration tasks.
Participate in code reviews, apply feedback from senior engineers, and adopt software development best practices.
Collaborate with business analysts, QA teams, and developers in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, to deliver solutions on time.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k).
Life, accident, and disability insurance.
Wellness programs and wellbeing support.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Structured learning and development opportunities.
Mentorship and guidance from senior engineers.
Financial wellbeing programs and work-life balance initiatives.
Hybrid work model with three days in the office and two days working remotely.
Eligible employees may receive discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards.