Director, Software Engineering

The Shared Services Service (Corporate Action) Application manager is responsible for managing an applications group(s) for various projects. Consults with business unit partners to determine the most effective computer utilization. Responsible for phase report studies, time and cost estimates, implementation of new or revised application system and hardware requirements, docket prioritization, and related budget consideration. This role will work closely with our business teams and support team.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Develops periodic goals, organizes the work, sets short-term priorities, monitors all activities, and ensures timely and accurate completion of the work
• Identify the market edge in the Corporate Action business with NT competitors.
• Drive Engineering Excellence through Non-functional aspects.
• Maintains risk management and compliance programs and activities for their assigned group
• Provides input and support to budget management process
• Identifies business needs and develops conceptual systems design. May also provide input and validate system design
• Ensures completion of management status reporting for projects, metrics and availability reporting
• Advises systems staff on the impact of systems enhancements to existing designs
• Provides project planning including docket prioritization and capital or expense budget considerations
• Markets systems products and services to other partners or clients. May also work closely with business unit partners to define and review Service Level Agreements and to ensure services meet or exceed business needs
• Communicates with various business areas and outside vendors, consultants, and clients
  regarding automation needs. May also help identify measures to improve applications stability and availability, sustain and improve cost efficiencies and productivity gains.
• Ensures compliance with all audit requirements including change control procedures and data security.
• Conducts performance management and career development processes, provides input for staffing and disciplinary actions and provides hands-on training to staff
• Carries out activities that are large in scope, cross-functional and technically difficult.
• Take an active role in the mentoring and development of more junior resources

Experience/ Skills

Experience

• A College or University degree in Computer Science and/or relevant proven work experience is required.
• 15+ years of total experience with 5+ years of management experience
• Excellent communication skills

Required Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of financial service applications.
• Strong Functional background in Corporate Action domain
• Exposure to the TCS BANCs product is a major plus.
• Java based SOA development knowledge.
• Knowledge and understanding of software development and application architecture
• Ability to communicate with non-technical stakeholders using appropriate language suitable for the explaining technical issues to a non-technical audience
• An ability to act quickly, pragmatically and assertively under pressure to prioritize and resolve technical issues
• Self-motivated to initiate action and be responsible for consequent decisions
• Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven planning, prioritization, analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Work in a manner in keeping with the Northern Trust company's core values
• Knowledge of programming languages, various business applications, state of the art
  technology, and current trends in the computer industry is required to consult with business unit partners to determine effective computer utilization.
• Knowledge of various application designs and programming techniques, usually acquired through related experience, is required to develop conceptual system design.
• Leadership and organizational skills are required to develop periodic goals and to manage and motivate team members towards the goals set.

Preferred/ Recommended Skills:

• Understanding of the Security Lending and Accounting/Custody Business.
• Experience in Trading and/or financial industry
• Experience developing and mentoring junior resources
• Understanding of AI/ML

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally.With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 20,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

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 that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve!

We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of America's best banks and most sustainable companies! Build your career with us andapply today.