Technology Analyst - Software Engineering

ntrs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Speaker series

Learning & Development sessions

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive orientation

Social and Volunteer Events

ADP Alumni Network

Exposure to senior leadership

Job summary

Northern Trust in Chicago invites you to join its Technology Analyst Development Program, a 27-month rotation across three software teams, designed to build core engineering skills and real-world financial solutions.

You will be placed on teams that match your interests and abilities, with mentors, learning sessions, and opportunities to engage with senior leadership along the way.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's in CS/IS or related field with expected June 2027 graduation.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated and tenacious.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities from coursework or internships.
• Experience learning programming languages and tools (Java, Python, SQL, Azure DevOps, GitHub).

Responsibilities

• Rotate through 3 technology teams aligned to software engineering.
• 9 months on each team.
• 27 months total, completing October 2029.
• Contribute to design, development, deployment, maintenance, and modernization of real financial technology solutions.
• Work with application and platform development teams in an Agile environment.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

GitHub

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or Information Systems or related major

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub

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.

Posting Close Date: October 9, 2026, 11:59pm Central, unless the class is filled before that date. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible as programs will close once positions are filled.

WHO YOU ARE

• You are pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems or related major at an accredited college/university with an expected graduation date of June 2027
• You have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
• You have good verbal and written communication skills
• You are highly motivated and tenacious
• You have proven analytical and problem-solving skills through course work, projects, and or previous internship experience
• Experience learning programming languages and technology tools (examples include Java, Python, SQL, Azure DevOps, and Github)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Technology Analyst at Northern Trust, you will have the opportunity to spend 27 months working with three different teams contributing to meaningful projects, developing relevant skills to solidify the foundation for your career while joining our inclusive and relational culture. A recruiter will work with you to determine the best organizational placement given your interests, skill set and relevant experience.

Technology Analysts are fully integrated into engineering and technology teams, contributing to real financial solutions. Analysts gain an inside look into the innovative technologies, practices, and business solutions that power a frontrunner in financial services.

ANALYST DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

• Rotate through 3 different technology teams aligned to software engineering
• 9 months on each team
• 27 Months total - Completing October 2029

Located in Chicago, IL

PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES

• Two program mentors
• Monthly speaker series
• Learning & Development sessions
• Career Development opportunities
• Comprehensive orientation
• Social and Volunteer Events
• Access to ADP Alumni Network
• Exposure to senior leadership

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN :

• Hands-on experience in professional software engineering by working alongside application and platform development teams, participating in Agile development practices, collaborating with business and technology stakeholders, and learning modern engineering principles such as CI/CD and test-driven development
• Contribute to the design, development, deployment, maintenance, and modernization of real financial technology solutions, including applications, databases, data pipelines, APIs, microservices, and cloud-based platforms

Every role in technology regardless of discipline is likely to involve:

• Some automation via coding, simple OS shell scripting, low code technology platform etc.
• The use or development of some generative AI capabilities

SAMPLE FUTURE CAREER PATHS/TRACKS:

• Software Engineer
• Data Engineer
• DevOps Engineer
• Solution Consultant

Salary Range:

Salary is $90,000 USD per year.

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 wo