Solution Architect - Data & AI

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 137,400 - 233,600; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp in Chicago, IL is seeking a Solution Architect for Data & AI to design and implement data and AI solutions at scale. You will lead architecture discussions, craft end-to-end data platform designs, and drive modernization using Snowflake on Azure and GenAI capabilities.

The role requires deep expertise in data modeling, cloud services, and a data product mindset, with preference for experience in Asset Management.

Qualifications

• Experience building data & AI solutions on Snowflake/Azure.
• Proven leadership in architecture design and reviews.
• Knowledge of data modeling, data governance, and modern engineering practices.
• Experience leading POCs and technology modernization.
• Investment/Asset management domain experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document architecture across programs and teams.
• Lead design reviews with stakeholders.
• Prototype and validate feasibility of architecture through POCs.
• Define end-to-end data platform architecture.

Skills

Snowflake on Azure

GenAI

Data Architecture

Domain-driven design

Dimensional modeling

Snowflake internals

NoSQL data stores

Relational DB concepts

Data warehouse design

Azure services

Cloud certification

Tools

Snowflake

Azure

AWS

SQL scripting

Job description

## Solution Architect - Data & AIApplylocations: Chicago, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R155635**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. # Solution Architect – Data & AINorthern Trust Asset Management is looking for Solution Architect with strong expertise in building Data and AI business solutions. The candidate would be part of global dynamic and fast paced team driving strategic data for NTAM.**Key skills required for the role:*** Expertise in solutioning Snowflake on Azure Cloud for complex business needs.* Demonstrate strong understanding with production enabled AI business tools.* Evangelize data and AI strategy among stakeholders such as business users and various data teams through design, documentation, review and cross team support.* Technical expert architecting, building, deploying and maintaining business applications.* Investment Management or Asset Management experience recommended.* Leads technology proof of concepts to ensure feasibility of architecture solutions* Displays strong thought leadership in pursuit of modern architecture principles, scalable patterns, and technology modernization.* Comfortable with designing the database, data models, data processes, and data warehouse applications leveraging best practices and tools.* Azure cloud solution architect to provide technology solution to business problems, with strong understanding of various services available on azure.* Leading teams through influence to help build their knowledge on end-to-end solution considerations using domain driven design and other modern engineering practices.* Data Architect with Data Product mindset building Strategic Data Platform.* Expert level understanding of relational database concepts, dimensional database concepts and database architecture.* Strong understanding of Snowflake internals, integration and data processing. Experience in configuration, maintenance and optimization of snowflake databases.* Deep understanding of relational and NoSQL data stores, methods and approaches.* Experience with Dimensional, Star, Data Vault and Snowflake data modelling* Rich Experience of designing and implementation of database models (LDM & PDM), data flow diagrams, database schema, DB scripts.**Roles and Responsibilities:*** Document application architecture for the business unit across multiple programs.* Interface with global teams to collaborate work on business deliveries.* Provide design level functional and technical expertise along with best practices.* Understand and implement the latest delivery approaches based on cloud architecture* Strong grasp of value creation and business capability models for large scale technology platforms.* Cloud Architecture Certification (AWS or Azure) or strong architecture experience* Advanced analytics techniques using ML, AI, GenAI, Agentic AI and MLOps.Salary Range:$137,400 - 233,600 USD*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 [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.