Software Engineering Manager: Lead Tech & Teams

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Manager of Software Engineering in Chicago to lead complex, cross-functional software initiatives. You will guide system design efforts, balance cost, risk and performance, and align engineering efforts with business priorities.

The role requires a CS degree and proven experience in leadership, programming, and delivering reliable enterprise software. Expect a collaborative culture with strong emphasis on compliance, risk management, and vendor oversight.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of programming languages, various business applications, state of the art technology.
• Analytical and problem solving skills are needed for systems guidance.
• Leadership and organizational skills to manage and motivate team members.

Responsibilities

• Develops periodic goals, organizes the work, sets short-term priorities and monitors activities.
• Maintains risk management and compliance programs for the group.
• Provides input for budget management and prioritizes capital or expense considerations.
• Reviews and negotiates vendor software contracts and may direct vendor SOWs.
• Markets systems products and services to partners or clients and ensures SLAs meet needs.
• Ensures compliance with audit requirements including change control and data security.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Programming knowledge

System design

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a Manager of Software Engineering in Chicago to lead complex, cross-functional software initiatives. You will guide system design efforts, balance cost, risk and performance, and align engineering efforts with business priorities.

The role requires a CS degree and proven experience in leadership, programming, and delivering reliable enterprise software. Expect a collaborative culture with strong emphasis on compliance, risk management, and vendor oversight.