Senior Manager, Software Engineering – Omnium

Northern Trust

. Define and execute the strategic roadmap for HFS Applications .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $137,400 - $233,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading technology teams to deliver complex application development initiatives, with a strong focus on C++ development in UNIX environments, cloud-native solutions, and modern engineering practices. Proven ability to manage resources, establish priorities, and ensure compliance with governance requirements while fostering team development and performance.

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C++ DevelopmentUNIX EnvironmentsMicroservicesNoSQL DatabasesCI/CD

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Hard Skills

C++ DevelopmentUNIX EnvironmentsNoSQL DatabasesMicroservicesCI/CDAgile MethodologiesIPC MechanismsPerformance ManagementChange-Control ComplianceData-Security Compliance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder ManagementLeadership Capabilities

Tools & Technologies

Cloud-Native DevelopmentOpen-Source Technologies

Industry Keywords

Financial MarketsFinancial InstrumentsTechnology Governance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudMicroservicesNoSQLUnixC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the strategic roadmap for HFS Applications
Partner with business and technology teams to deliver effective and scalable software solutions
Lead complex, cross-functional technology initiatives and drive successful execution
Promote modern engineering practices across C++, UNIX, microservices, NoSQL, cloud-native development, and CI/CD
Ensure compliance with audit, change-control, data-security, and technology governance requirements
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and application performance
Lead, coach, and develop team members through performance management, career development, and hands-on guidance
Establish priorities, manage resources, and support budget planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related technical discipline required
Relevant experience leading technology teams and delivering complex application-development initiatives
Strong C++ development experience in UNIX environments
Knowledge of IPC mechanisms such as sockets, shared memory, and semaphores
Experience with open-source technologies, NoSQL databases, microservices, cloud-native development, CI/CD, and Agile methodologies
Understanding of financial markets and financial instruments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills
Demonstrated leadership and organizational capabilities
Ability to navigate change and ambiguity
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement benefits (401k and pension)
Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability)
Paid time off
Parental and caregiver leave
Life and accident insurance
Other voluntary and well-being benefits
Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component
Flexible and collaborative work culture
Movement within the organization is encouraged
Accessible senior leaders
Inclusive workplace
Philanthropy and community involvement opportunities
Reasonable accommodations during the employment process