Lead Systems Analyst

Nuveen; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

TIAA, in partnership with Nuveen, seeks a Systems Analyst to design information systems and collaborate with engineers to ensure scalable, secure enterprise solutions. You will translate user needs into technical designs and help guide implementation across multi-environment deployments.

The role emphasizes financial services expertise, heavy use of Java/J2EE, REST/SOAP, and BPMN-driven workflows, with a focus on integration and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• University degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent).
• 5+ years in Information Technology within financial services.
• 5+ years Java/J2EE application design and development.
• 3+ years REST and SOAP, JSON, XML, WSDL, MuleSoft ESB, Kong API Gateway experience.

Responsibilities

• Defines system scope through research and fact-finding to develop or modify moderately complex information systems.
• Prepares flow charts, models, and procedures and conducts feasibility studies to design possible system solutions.
• Prepares technical documentation to guide system users and assist with operation, maintenance, and development.

Skills

Systems Analysis

Java/J2EE

REST/SOAP

AWS/OpenShift

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MuleSoft ESB

Kong API Gateway

OpenShift

RDS/OpenSearch

Azure DevOps/JIRA

Job description

The Systems Analysis job participates in the designing of information systems that are appropriate for users' needs and consistent with the overall design of the organization's information systems architecture. Working under general supervision, this job is responsible for analyzing information from system users to formulate the scope and objectives of the system and preparing the design of possible systems solutions.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Defines system scope through research and fact-finding to develop or modify moderately complex information systems.
• Prepares flow charts, models, and procedures and conducts feasibility studies to design possible system solutions.
• Prepares technical documentation to guide system users and to assist with the ongoing operation, maintenance, and development of the system.
• Collaborates with system analysts, engineers, and programmers to design systems and to determine project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, systems performance standards, and interfaces.
• Analyzes and proposes revisions to existing system logic difficulties and documentation as necessary.
• Assists in the development of training sessions and demos for end users.
• Monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of application operations and troubleshooting problems, as necessary.

Educational Requirements and Experience

• University (Degree)
• Preferred Work Experience 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred
• Career Level 8IC Required

Required Skills

• 5 or more years of experience in Information Technology in the financial services industry.
• 5 or more years of Java and J2EE application design and development experience.
• 3 or more years of experience with REST and SOAP web services, JSON, XML, WSDL, MuleSoft ESB, and Kong API Gateway for building and managing enterprise integrations.
• Experience with AWS services including RDS and OpenSearch, and container orchestration using Red Hat OpenShift across multi-environment deployments including disaster recovery environments.
• Experience designing, developing, and managing BPMN-driven workflow applications and BPM platforms.

Preferred Skills

• Working experience with IBM MQ and Apache Kafka for message-driven and event-driven architecture patterns.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies, SDLC practices, and project management including backlog management using Azure DevOps and JIRA.
• Proficiency in SQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle databases including data modeling and query optimization.
• Experience with PingFederate OAuth2 for token-based authentication and CyberArk Conjur DAP for enterprise secrets management.
• Experience with Splunk for application monitoring, log analysis, and production observability.
• Experience with GitLab or similar source control tools, CI/CD pipelines, and end-to-end release planning and orchestration across multiple environments.
• Working knowledge of both Windows and Linux operating systems.

Related Skills

• Acceptance Testing
• Business Analysis
• Business Process Improvement
• Business Process Mapping
• Business Process Understanding
• Business Requirements
• Collaboration
• Data Analysis
• IT Business Analysis
• Systems Design/Analysis
• Systems Development Life Cycle
• Technical Documentation
• Test Planning

Anticipated Posting End Date: 2026-09-04

Base Pay Range: $116,000/yr - $147,000/yr. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).

Company Overview

Every worker deserves a secure retirement. For more than 100 years, TIAA has delivered it for millions of people. Founded to help educators retire with dignity, today we’re a market-facing retirement company fueled by world-class asset management. But we’re not just another legacy financial services firm. We’re fighting harder than ever before for our clients and the many Americans who need us.

Our Culture of Impact

At TIAA, we’re on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow’s challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients each day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen’s entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients’ lives grows stronger.

Benefits and Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.

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