Analyst - Software Engineering

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. Under general supervision (but works independently most of the time) responsible for interacting with various business areas to determine automation needs and provide ongoing systems support. Directs and performs prototyped systems development and solutions. Assigned to multiple projects of varying priorities and applications. Develops or maintains computer programs including designing, coding, testing, debugging, and installation as needed Interacts with partners and/or clients to determine business automation needs. Provides business unit partners with ongoing system guidance; acts as a troubleshooter. Reviews and analyzes existing system enhancements and recommends modifications as needed. Prepares materials and manuals and provides training to partners. Prepares project phase reports, including requirements, feasibility, definition, and design. May also provide input to availability reporting. Directs and performs prototyped systems development and solutions. Provides project support and project planning; develops test plans and user acceptance criteria. May also track bullet proofing tasks. Communicates with various business areas and outside vendors, consultants, and clients regarding automation needs. Develops or maintains computer programs including designing, coding, testing, debugging and installation as needed. More technically sound in area of expertise and has broader knowledge of other areas Delivers a work product that requires less revision Able to facilitate discussions and reach decisions Knowledge: Excellent oral and written communication skills are required Functional / Industry Knowledge such as programming, debugging and testing systems to maintain computer programs is required Analytical and problem solving skills for troubleshooting are required A College or University degree and/or some relevant work experience in programming, systems analysis and business system design experience is preferred. 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.