Lead, SW Full Stack Eng - FA Nexus

085 Northern Operating Srvs Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Solutions Architect to design end-to-end architectures across application, integration, data, security, and infrastructure layers. You will guide modernization initiatives, cloud migrations, and platform re-architecture.

The role requires strong Java/Spring Boot experience, cloud proficiency (Azure/AWS/GCP), and the ability to mentor engineers while collaborating with product teams and governance bodies.

Qualifications

• Experience designing end-to-end architectures.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP).
• Experience with AI/ML or GenAI patterns.
• Excellent system design and stakeholder management.
• Experience in banking/financial services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end solution architectures across application, integration, data, security, and infrastructure layers.
• Evaluate trade-offs and drive decisions aligned with business priorities, risk, and long-term sustainability.
• Architect Java / Spring Boot–based microservices and cloud-native platforms.
• Provide architectural guidance for full‑stack applications, including backend services, APIs, and modern front-end frameworks.
• Guide modernization initiatives, including legacy transformation, cloud migration, and platform re-architecture.
• Define cloud architectures on Azure / AWS (Azure preferred), including containers, Kubernetes, and managed services.
• Incorporate AI / GenAI capabilities into enterprise solutions where applicable.
• Ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements: scalability, performance, resilience, security, and compliance.
• Produce and own architecture deliverables: HLDs, LLDs, solution diagrams, and design reviews.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineering teams, and enterprise architecture/governance bodies.
• Mentor senior engineers and influence best practices across teams.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

Cloud platforms

Azure

AWS

GCP

Kubernetes

Docker

DevOps

AI / GenAI

System design

Tools

Kafka

CI/CD tooling

Front-end frameworks

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end solution architectures covering application, integration, data, security, and infrastructure layers.
• Evaluate trade-offs and drive decisions aligned with business priorities, risk, and long-term sustainability.
• Architect Java / Spring Boot–based microservices and cloud-native platforms.
• Provide architectural guidance for full‑stack applications, including backend services, APIs, and modern front-end frameworks.
• Guide modernization initiatives, including legacy transformation, cloud migration, and platform re-architecture.
• Define cloud architectures on Azure / AWS (Azure preferred), including containers, Kubernetes, and managed services.
• Incorporate AI / GenAI capabilities (e.g., intelligent automation) into enterprise solutions where applicable.
• Ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements: scalability, performance, resilience, security, and compliance.
• Produce and own architecture deliverables: HLDs, LLDs, solution diagrams, and design reviews.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineering teams, and enterprise architecture/governance bodies.
• Mentor senior engineers and influence best practices across teams.

Required Skills & Experience

Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices architecture. Full‑stack development exposure (backend + UI technologies). Strong experience with cloud platforms (Azure / AWS / GCP). Event-driven architectures (Kafka, messaging). Containers & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes. DevOps & CI/CD concepts and tooling. Working knowledge of AI / ML or Generative AI solution patterns. Excellent system design, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience in banking, financial services, or regulated environments.
• Architecture or cloud certifications.

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.

About Our Bangalore Office

The Northern Trust Bangalore office, established in 2005, is home to over 5,600 employees. In this stunning office space, we offer fantastic amenities which include our Arrival Hub - Jungle, the GameZone, and the Employee Experience Zone that appeal to both clients and employees. Learn more.

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 [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

APAC/INDIA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

Canada EEO STATEMENT

Northern Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at Northern Trust are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

EMEA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

USA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy of The Northern Trust Company to afford equal opportunity in all phases of employment without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic tests and information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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