Senior Technology Leader

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.

Job Title: Senior Technology Leader– Asset Servicing Data & Digital

Role Summary

The Senior Technology Leader– Asset Servicing Data & Digital Technology is a senior technology hands-on leader role responsible for driving the architecture, design, and delivery of enterprise data and digital platforms. This position combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic oversight of large-scale programs to enable scalable, secure, and client-centric solutions.

The role requires deep expertise across full-stack engineering, modern data platforms, and cloud-native architectures, along with the ability to lead high-performing teams and deliver complex, high-value initiatives aligned to business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technology Strategy & Architecture

• Lead architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise digital and data platforms.
• Define and drive adoption of modern engineering patterns, including:
  • Event-driven architecture and Pub/Sub models
  • Domain-driven design (DDD)
  • Microservices and containerization
  • Cloud-native architecture (Azure preferred)
  • Data engineering pipeline
• Ensure delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient systems aligned with enterprise standards.

2. Application Development & Platform Ownership

• Provide technical leadership across Portals, Datamart, and Datashare platforms, ensuring consistent architecture and integration.
• Oversee full-stack development practices, including:
  • Frontend (React and modern UX frameworks)
  • Backend (Java, Spring, APIs, Python, Snowflake)
  • C++ is nice to have
• Drive engineering excellence across the full SDLC, ensuring high-quality, maintainable codebases.

3. Strategic Program Leadership

• Lead delivery of key business initiatives, including enterprise integration of Fenergo across Asset Servicing platforms.
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technology solutions and roadmaps.
• Manage execution across multiple projects, ensuring alignment to timelines, quality, and client expectations.

4. Data Engineering & Platform Enablement

• Lead development of enterprise data platforms, including Data Hubs, Data Marts, and analytics solutions.
• Design and implement data engineering solutions that leverage Snowflake and cloud-based technologies.
• Oversee data modelling, governance, and data quality practices to support enterprise analytics and regulatory requirements.

5. People Leadership & Talent Development

• Build, lead, and mentor high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Identify and develop top talent, creating an environment that motivates, challenges, and retains employees.
• Promote best practices in technology, collaboration, and agile delivery. 6. Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Collaborate with global business and technology teams to ensure alignment on strategy, architecture, and delivery.
• Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders to provide status, risks, and solution direction.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, governance standards, and regulatory requirements.

7. Delivery Excellence & Commercial Focus

• Drive execution with a results-oriented and commercially aware mindset.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving to address complex challenges and drive outcomes.
• Ensure efficient prioritization, planning, and delivery across competing initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

Technical Expertise

• Strong experience in full-stack software engineering:
  • React / modern UX frameworks
  • Java, Spring Boot, APIs, Python, Snowflake, SQL
• Advanced proficiency in:
  • Event-driven architecture and distributed systems
  • Domain-driven design (DDD)
  • Microservices architecture
  • Containers (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
  • Python and Snowflake based applications
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Data modelling (relational, dimensional etc)
  • Data engineering and analytics platforms (Snowflake, Databricks)
  • Enterprise security and integration patterns

Leadership & Delivery

• Proven track record of leading large-scale, complex technology programs.
• Experience managing multiple teams and concurrent projects in a global environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and delivery frameworks

Domain Knowledge

• Experience in Asset Servicing, Asset Management, or Financial Services preferred.
• Familiarity with Northern Trust systems, platforms, and design patterns is desirable.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to attract, retain, and develop top talent

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Typically 15+ years of overall experience, including leadership of mid-to-large engineering teams

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI/ML or advanced analytics
• Knowledge of regulatory and data governance frameworks in financial services
• Exposure to modern data management tools and ETL frameworks

Working Conditions

• High collaboration role requiring interaction across global teams
• Fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent initiatives

Equal Opportunity Statement

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and is an equal opportunity employer.

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 [email protected], 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.