Sr Principal, Solutions Cnslt

Job Profile Summary

Provides comprehensive consultation to business unit and IT management and staff at the highest technical level on all phases of the project development cycle. Acts as the principal designer for major systems and their subsystems utilizing a thorough understanding of available technology, tools and existing designs. Works closely with client management to identify and specify the complex business requirements. No direct management responsibilities, but is highly accountable for the effectiveness, quality and timeliness of project design decisions and how easily these designs can be implemented. Must be competent to work at the highest technical level of all phases of system design and implementation.

Major Duties

• Provides comprehensive consultation to business unit and IT management and staff at the highest technical level on all phases of the project development cycle.
• Acts as the principal designer for major systems and their subsystems utilizing a thorough understanding of available technology, tools and existing designs.
• Provides leadership and guidance to staff, fostering an environment that encourages employee participation, teamwork, and communication.
• Consults with business unit partners to determine the most effective computer utilization to solve business problems or address business needs.
• Directs systems projects, including project planning, management status reporting, systems specifications and implementation.
• Reviews, negotiates, and maintains vendor contracts and makes recommendations for purchasing outside services.
• Communicates with various business areas and outside vendors, consultants, and clients regarding automation needs.
• Ensures compliance with all audit requirements including change control procedures and data security.

Knowledge

• An in-depth knowledge of the system development life cycle, the client area's functions and systems, and applications program development technological alternatives, usually obtained by related work experience or Bachelor degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Excellent communication skills, analytical ability, strong judgment and management skills, and the ability to work effectively with client and IT management and staff.
• Strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot.
• Hands-on experience with Kafka in production environments.
• Strong REST API design and implementation experience.
• Experience with Azure Cosmos DB, including performance and scalability considerations.
• Experience deploying and operating services on Azure AKS.

Experience

• 15 years or more experience with project feasibility, definition requirements, design and/or project leadership.
• Experience with various technical programming languages, and phase report studies is required.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in systems analysis and application program development, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Salary Range

$164,600 - 288,000 USD
Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay.

Benefits

• 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.
• Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

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

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 MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.