Trade Finance Solutions Architect - Senior Vice President

Citi • Jersey City, NJ

12d • $176,720 - $265,080 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Vice President, Trade Finance Solutions Architect, you will define the technology vision for Citi's Trade Finance platforms at the intersection of architecture, strategy and client impact. Based in Jersey City, you will serve as the single point of contact for architecture decisions and guide high-volume processing systems toward AI-native, cloud-based solutions. The role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise technology direction while partnering with senior stakeholders across business, product and operations.

You will shape architecture strategy for Citi's global Trade Finance business, working closely with senior leaders across business, product and technology. The role follows a hybrid model, with three days in the office and two days working remotely. Citi also offers ongoing learning and development opportunities, financial wellbeing programs, and collaboration with global Trade Finance and technology teams.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in architecture and solution design within banking and financial services.
• Established background in Trade Finance technology and operations.
• Experience managing client relationships and engaging senior stakeholders across business, product and technology functions.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift deadlines under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and masters new tasks quickly.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and cloud-based technology stacks.
• Exposure to AI-native architecture thinking and emerging technology adoption.
• Familiarity with product development lifecycle (PDLC) practices.
• Knowledge of digital assets, including cryptocurrency and stablecoin technologies.
• Experience operating in high-volume, straight-through processing (STP) environments.

Responsibilities

• Define the architectural vision for Trade Finance technology platforms, ensuring alignment with Citi's enterprise architecture standards.
• Design enterprise-level architecture, strategy and problem-solving solutions for high-volume Trade Finance processing systems.
• Serve as the single point of contact for architecture decisions, connecting business, product, operations and technology teams.
• Guide adoption of cloud, PaaS and AI-native technologies to modernize Trade Finance platforms and improve straight-through processing.
• Evaluate vendor technology capabilities and influence product roadmaps to meet Citi's Trade Finance requirements.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across business, product and technology to shape future-state technology strategies.
• Strengthen cyber controls, including authentication, authorization and digital asset security covering cryptocurrency and stablecoin processing.
• Identify and manage architecture-related risk to protect Citi's systems, clients and reputation.

Benefits

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Financial wellbeing programs.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Life, accident and disability insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid time off, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave) and paid holidays.
• Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior