Lead, Software Engineering

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world's most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.


Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.


With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.


The Northern Trust Company seeks a Lead, Software Engineering to design, build, and test software applications and solutions. Define technical system requirements for complex data processing and software development projects. Collaborate with cross-functional users to analyze business needs, create prototypes, and develop user-friendly software applications. Test and maintain computer programs, including designing, coding, and debugging. Conduct feasibility studies and design system requirements for complex data processing projects. Perform strategic planning and long-range direction for technology usage and enhancements across the business units. #LI-DNI

Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Information Systems, or a related STEM field, and 3 years of experience with software design, development, testing, and implementation. Experience must include a minimum of: 3 years of experience with coding and debugging software applications; 3 years of experience with capturing business requirements and transforming requirements into technical specifications in the financial services industry; 3 years of experience with Documenting requirements through consultation and interview sessions with Business and IT Partners across Business Units; 3 years of experience with designing and maintaining technical designs including data modelling, testing, debugging, and installation; 3 years of experience with supporting data warehouse in a designated area, project, or program; 3 years of experience with conducting feasibility studies for complex data processing projects and preparing project phase reports; and 3 years of experience with DB2, Oracle, Python, R, SAS, and SQL to provide strategic planning for data processing and governance. Part time telecommuting may be permitted. #LI-DNI

JOB LOCATION: Chicago, IL. Rate of Pay: $108,077.00 - $169,200.00 per year. To apply, please visit and enter job requisition number R157522. Alternatively, please send your resume, cover letter, and a copy of the ad to: G. Duggan, 181 W. Madison, Chicago, IL 60602.

Salary Range:
$108,077.00 - $169,200.00

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).


Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.


Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust's history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.


Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at View email address on click.appcast.io, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.