Senior Lead - Data Engineering

ntrs; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust's Pune office is a major hub for operations and technology delivery, employing thousands of professionals delivering asset servicing, wealth management, and tech solutions globally.

The role focuses on consulting with IT management, leading system design, and guiding teams through project lifecycles, while ensuring compliance with audit and security requirements. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• Experience in systems analysis and application development.
• Experience with project feasibility, requirements definition, and design.
• Experience with various programming languages and phase report studies.

Responsibilities

• Consult with business IT management on project development cycles.
• Design systems and subsystems using current tech and designs.
• Provide leadership to junior staff and foster teamwork.
• Collaborate with business units to optimize computer use.
• Direct systems projects, planning, status reporting, specs, and implementation.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and advise on outsourcing.
• Communicate with business areas, vendors, and clients on automation.
• Ensure compliance with audit, change control, and data security.

Skills

Communication skills

SDLC knowledge

Analytical & judgment

Adaptability

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

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.

Major Duties

• 1. Provide consultation to business unit and IT management and staff at ta high technical level on all phases of the project development cycle.
• 2. Designer for systems and their subsystems utilizing a thorough understanding of available technology, tools and existing designs.
• 3. Provide leadership and guidance to junior staff, fostering an environment that encourages employee participation, teamwork, and communication.
• 4. Consult with business unit partners to determine the most effective computer utilization to solve business problems or address business needs.
• 5. Help direct systems projects, including project planning, management status reporting, systems specifications and implementation.
• 6. Review, negotiate, and maintain vendor contracts and makes recommendations for purchasing outside services.
• 7. Communicate with various business areas and outside vendors, consultants, and clients regarding automation needs.
• 8. Help ensure compliance with all audit requirements including change control procedures and data security.

Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• In-depth knowledge of the system development life cycle, the client area's functions and systems, and applications program development technological alternatives
• Analytical ability, strong judgment and management skills, and the ability to work effectively with client and IT management and staff.
• Highly flexible and adaptable to change.
• Leadership and organizational skills are required to help determine the Business Unit's goals, resources needed, and help assess and assist in the development of the skills of the staff.

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline is required. Seasoned expert with technical and business knowledge and functional expertise that has been developed over several years. Experience in systems analysis and application program development. Experience with project feasibility, definition requirements, design and/or project leadership. Experience with various technical programming languages, and phase report studies is required.

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.

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.

About Our Pune Office

The Northern Trust Pune office, established in 2016, is now home to over 3,000 employees. The office handles various functions, including Operations for Asset Servicing and Wealth Management, as well as delivering critical technology solutions that support business operations across the globe. Our Pune team takes our commitment to service to heart. In 2024, they volunteered more than 10,000+ hours into the communities where they live and work. Learn more.