About this role
Senior Manager, Data Architecture and AI – Fraud Domain
Citi is looking for a Senior Manager, Data Architecture to lead enterprise data architecture strategy within our Fraud domain, driving the design and governance of data frameworks that power Citi's global analytics and AI capabilities. In this role, you will manage a team of data architecture analysts and shape the information architecture underpinning Citi's Enterprise Analytics Platform — a large-scale big data environment supporting critical financial services operations. This is a high-impact leadership position where your decisions directly influence data quality, accessibility, and reliability across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and governance of Citi's enterprise information architecture framework, with a focus on improving data availability, accessibility, quality, and reliability across functions.
- Own the development of information architecture principles and standards for Citi's Enterprise Analytics Platform, ensuring alignment with fraud domain requirements and AI-driven use cases.
- Define and maintain enterprise information management artefacts including business architecture models, conceptual and logical data models, data flows, data standards, adoption strategies, and data remediation recommendations.
- Architect high-level business data solutions that accelerate application design, improve data quality and interoperability, and maximize the use of shared services and assets.
- Partner with senior business and technology stakeholders to translate complex data needs into detailed business requirements, identifying cross-functional data patterns and scalable architectural solutions.
- Manage and develop a team of data architecture analysts, overseeing performance, resource planning, and professional growth in line with functional objectives.
- Assess data-related business decisions for risk and control implications, ensuring that architectural recommendations uphold compliance standards and protect the integrity of Citi's data assets.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 10 or more years of experience in banking or financial services, with demonstrated expertise in data architecture, enterprise information management, or a closely related discipline.
- Deep knowledge of the fraud domain, including familiarity with agent architectures and the application of AI and machine learning in fraud detection and prevention.
- Proven ability to design and deliver enterprise-scale data architecture solutions, including conceptual and logical data models, data flows, and governance frameworks.
- Track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and managing delivery across multiple teams or organizational counterparts.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior executives and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure and facilitate decision-making across complex, matrixed organizations.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
Beneficial Skills & Qualifications
- Master's degree or MBA in a relevant field such as Information Management, Computer Science, or Business.
- Hands-on experience with big data platforms and enterprise analytics environments at scale.
- Familiarity with AI and agentic system design principles as applied to data architecture in financial services contexts.
What We Offer
Joining Citi means becoming part of a global organization where your architectural decisions shape how fraud is detected, prevented, and managed at scale. You will have the scope to lead meaningful work, build high-performing teams, and influence data strategy across one of the world's leading financial institutions.
- A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, providing flexibility alongside meaningful in-person collaboration.
- Strategic leadership scope across a global enterprise, with direct ownership of data architecture decisions that impact critical financial services operations.
- Engagement with cutting-edge AI and agent-based technologies applied to fraud detection and enterprise analytics.
- Access to learning and development programs that support continued technical and leadership growth.
- A performance-driven environment where your contribution is recognized and your career can advance at a global scale.
- Wellbeing and financial benefits tailored to senior professionals, alongside a culture that values sustained high performance and work-life balance.
Apply now to lead Citi's fraud data architecture strategy and shape the AI-driven future of financial crime prevention at a global scale.
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## Job Family Group:
Technology
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## Job Family:
Data Architecture
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## Time Type:
Full time
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## Primary Location:
Irving Texas United States
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## Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$156,160.00 - $234,240.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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## Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
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## Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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## Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Oct 02, 2026
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