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Sr Lead, SW Full Stack Eng

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
115K-195K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
115K-195K Annually
Senior level
Leads full-stack development for an online banking platform, translating product and design visions into scalable features, systems, and APIs. Responsibilities include Java and Spring Boot microservices development, React or Angular front-end work, software integration, code reviews, pair programming, unit and integration testing, test automation, batch processing, and collaboration within an agile cross-functional team. The role also involves solving complex technical problems and working with cloud technologies, REST APIs, databases, and enterprise platforms.
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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.


WHO WE ARE 

Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally. With 130 years of financial experience and nearly 20,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Today, we are going through a metamorphosis – starting with our Wealth Management business where we are embracing Agile ways of working and exploring new technologies like cloud, analytics, microservices architecture, etc. Last but not least, our advanced Digital design systems enable us to put our valued customers at the heart of our user experience. 

 

WHO YOU ARE 

As a Sr Lead, Full Stack Developer you are responsible for transforming the design and product vision into a seamless and delightful online banking platform. You dedicate time to stay on top of the fast changing tech space and invest a lot of energy in learning new tricks. You are caught up on industry trends in web development frameworks, DevSecOps, serverless computing/architecture  and cloud technologies along with building skills to anticipate what the near future will bring. You love clean interfaces and have a real passion for extraordinary user experience.   Furthermore: 

  • You bring 12+ years of experience with Spring Boot Microservices and Java Hibernate/ORM 
  • You are skilled in writing JAVA based batch processing, REST, SOAP, Web application Security. 
  • You are skilled in working with one of the modern JavaScript frameworks (React or Angular) 
  • You have a strong understanding of REST APIs and how to use them in practice. 
  • You have strong understanding of relational database concepts and have exposure to PL/SQL. 
  • You have experience with continuous integration and collaboration tools like JIRA, Bitbucket, GitHub and Confluence. 
  • You have strong experience with unit testing and test automation tools and frameworks like JUnit, Jasmine, Jest etc. 
  • You have experience in Domain Driven Design 
  • You have good Understanding of Cloud design principles 
  • You have exposure to writing UNIX/LINUX scripts 

 

Our tech stack:  

Spring Boot Microservices / Java Hibernate/ ORM / ReactJS / Kafka / JMS / Junit / Oracle / DataStage / Pivotal Cloud Foundry  

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

As a partner on the Wealth Passport Development Team, you will be an integral part of one of our nimble and agile cross-functional teams innovating an entire industry.  We cherish and nourish our diverse and inclusive culture and welcome you to help us further grow our community.  We are actively exploring emerging technologies in AI, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Blockchain and Decentralized Finance to elevate dozens of products and services which millions of customers use.  As a Full Stack Developer, you will: 

  • Work closely with other developers to design and develop functional, performing and complete features, systems and APIs 
  • Constantly look for better ways of solving technical problems and designing the solution by not being afraid of challenging the status quo 
  • Work with other developers on the team, specifically with code reviews and pair programming 
  • Decipher existing software systems and platforms and hook in applications to applicable data sources 
  • Write both unit and integration tests and develop automation tools for daily tasks 

 

WHY 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. Our talented, driven and energetic people are truly changing the face of Northern Trust. The speed with which we work, the influence of each partner and the focus to positively change the client experience is our common passion. People are our greatest Wealth, so if you have a genuine desire to work in a fast-paced, Agile, inclusive environment which values teamwork, well-honed problem-solving skills, deadline management, ongoing and comprehensive communication, constant attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement then 

seek no more! 

Salary Range:

$114,500 - 194,700 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 [email protected], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.


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