The Senior Director of Software Development will lead technology initiatives, partner with business stakeholders, and manage teams to ensure the successful delivery of enterprise-level applications ...
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Software Development Manager
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$121K - $160K/yr
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Glenview, IL · On-site
$121K - $160K/yr
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Senior Director Software Development
$205K - $360K/yr
Manage multiple units or functions through managers and technical leads, overseeing project ... Set performance standards; run performance management; identify training and development needs; and ...
Senior Director Software Development
$205K - $360K/yr
Manage multiple units or functions through managers and technical leads, overseeing project ... Set performance standards; run performance management; identify training and development needs; and ...
Senior Director Software Development
$205K - $360K/yr
Manage multiple units or functions through managers and technical leads, overseeing project ... Set performance standards; run performance management; identify training and development needs; and ...
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$205K - $360K/yr
Manage multiple units or functions through managers and technical leads, overseeing project ... Set performance standards; run performance management; identify training and development needs; and ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$205K - $360K/yr
Manage multiple units or functions through managers and technical leads, overseeing project ... Set performance standards; run performance management; identify training and development needs; and ...
Senior Director Software Development
Chicago, IL · On-site
$205K - $360K/yr
Manage multiple units or functions through managers and technical leads, overseeing project ... Set performance standards; run performance management; identify training and development needs; and ...
Software Development Manager
$119K - $155K/yr
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager will lead a team of five software developers to design, develop, and maintain in-house software solutions that support business operations.
Software Development Manager
$119K - $155K/yr
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager will lead a team of five software developers to design, develop, and maintain in-house software solutions that support business operations.
Software Development Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
$119K - $155K/yr
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager will lead a team of five software developers to design, develop, and maintain in-house software solutions that support business operations.
Software Development Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
$119K - $155K/yr
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager will lead a team of five software developers to design, develop, and maintain in-house software solutions that support business operations.
Software Development Manager
$127K - $167K/yr
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager will lead a team of five software developers to design, develop, and maintain in-house software solutions that support business operations.
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Software Development Manager
$127K - $167K/yr
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager will lead a team of five software developers to design, develop, and maintain in-house software solutions that support business operations.
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... manager, team lead, technical lead, or project lead. * Experience leading small engineering teams or mentoring software developers. * Strong knowledge of full software development lifecycle.
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Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$146K - $150K/yr
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$146K - $150K/yr
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Director Software Development Manager information
See Chicago, IL salary details
$107.7K - $120.4K
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$120.4K - $133.2K
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$133.2K - $146K
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$156.5K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$146K - $158.8K
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The median wage is $177.5K / yr.
$171.6K - $184.3K
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$107.7K
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How much do director software development manager jobs pay per year?
As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for director software development manager in Chicago, IL is $183,344.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $157,600.00 and $212,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Director Software Development Manager vs Software Development Manager?
| Aspect | Director Software Development Manager | Software Development Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Oversees multiple teams, sets strategic goals, manages budgets | Manages daily team operations, project delivery, and team performance |
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's/Master's in CS or related, extensive experience, leadership skills | Bachelor's in CS or related, experience in software project management |
| Work Environment | Executive-level, strategic planning, cross-department collaboration | Team-focused, project execution, technical oversight |
| Industry Usage | Common in large organizations, tech firms, enterprises | Widely used in tech companies, startups, and mid-sized firms |
The main difference is that the Director Software Development Manager focuses on strategic leadership and overseeing multiple teams, while the Software Development Manager handles daily project management and team operations. Both roles require technical background, but the director role involves higher-level planning and cross-department coordination.
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Job Summary:
Northern Trust is a globally recognized financial institution providing innovative services since 1889. The Senior Director of Software Development will lead technology initiatives, partner with business stakeholders, and manage teams to ensure the successful delivery of enterprise-level applications in the alternative investments domain.
Responsibilities:
• Partner with business stakeholders to design end-to-end platforms, defining components and interactions that support the target operating model.
• Provide strategic direction across technology teams, aligning execution with enterprise goals and influencing senior leadership on outcomes.
• Translate business strategy into technology outcomes by surfacing cross-functional concerns, synthesizing inputs, and building consensus on solutions.
• Build, develop, and organize teams to drive program-level initiatives.
• Manage multiple units or functions through managers and technical leads, overseeing project planning, status reporting, specifications, and implementation for major software solutions.
• Mentor and develop less-senior leaders through coaching and structured growth opportunities.
• Deliver value iteratively and with a sense of urgency.
• Lead capability technology delivery across multiple teams of developers, quality assurance, support and change management technology experts.
• Set performance standards; run performance management; identify training and development needs; and build management capability for advanced leadership roles.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure outcomes (quality, performance, and scalability) meet business demands.
• Define and govern technical architectures (security, observability, scalability, reliability, and recovery) and ensure compliance.
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements, including change control procedures and data security.
• Improve technology team effectiveness and productivity, and identify opportunities to help business teams do the same.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Demonstrate in-depth functional industry knowledge of alternative investment financial services.
• Demonstrate 10+ years of success designing and building enterprise-level applications, including complex data architectures, in a highly regulated environment (e.g., financial services).
• Demonstrate 10+ years of progressive responsibility leading technical teams (e.g., developers, data engineers, business analysts, quality assurance, and production support).
• Demonstrate understanding of data shape and context design to enable efficient and effective AI/LLM usage.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of modern data storage architectures and data modeling.
• Demonstrate knowledge of microservices architecture, cloud-native development, CI/CD, and automated builds.
• Demonstrate understanding of modern security architectures, including implementing secure applications and protecting PII and HSI in public cloud environments.
• Demonstrate understanding of financial markets and financial instrument types.
• Demonstrate experience with Agile project methodology and collaboration.
• Show strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, including with senior executive management.
• Adapt quickly and effectively to change.
• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred:
• M.S. preferred.
Company:
Northern Trust is a global leader in delivering innovative investment management, asset and fund administration, fiduciary and banking. Founded in 1889, the company is headquartered in Chicago, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.
Northern Trust is a globally recognized financial institution providing innovative services since 1889. The Senior Director of Software Development will lead technology initiatives, partner with business stakeholders, and manage teams to ensure the successful delivery of enterprise-level applications in the alternative investments domain.
Responsibilities:
• Partner with business stakeholders to design end-to-end platforms, defining components and interactions that support the target operating model.
• Provide strategic direction across technology teams, aligning execution with enterprise goals and influencing senior leadership on outcomes.
• Translate business strategy into technology outcomes by surfacing cross-functional concerns, synthesizing inputs, and building consensus on solutions.
• Build, develop, and organize teams to drive program-level initiatives.
• Manage multiple units or functions through managers and technical leads, overseeing project planning, status reporting, specifications, and implementation for major software solutions.
• Mentor and develop less-senior leaders through coaching and structured growth opportunities.
• Deliver value iteratively and with a sense of urgency.
• Lead capability technology delivery across multiple teams of developers, quality assurance, support and change management technology experts.
• Set performance standards; run performance management; identify training and development needs; and build management capability for advanced leadership roles.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure outcomes (quality, performance, and scalability) meet business demands.
• Define and govern technical architectures (security, observability, scalability, reliability, and recovery) and ensure compliance.
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements, including change control procedures and data security.
• Improve technology team effectiveness and productivity, and identify opportunities to help business teams do the same.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Demonstrate in-depth functional industry knowledge of alternative investment financial services.
• Demonstrate 10+ years of success designing and building enterprise-level applications, including complex data architectures, in a highly regulated environment (e.g., financial services).
• Demonstrate 10+ years of progressive responsibility leading technical teams (e.g., developers, data engineers, business analysts, quality assurance, and production support).
• Demonstrate understanding of data shape and context design to enable efficient and effective AI/LLM usage.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of modern data storage architectures and data modeling.
• Demonstrate knowledge of microservices architecture, cloud-native development, CI/CD, and automated builds.
• Demonstrate understanding of modern security architectures, including implementing secure applications and protecting PII and HSI in public cloud environments.
• Demonstrate understanding of financial markets and financial instrument types.
• Demonstrate experience with Agile project methodology and collaboration.
• Show strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, including with senior executive management.
• Adapt quickly and effectively to change.
• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred:
• M.S. preferred.
Company:
Northern Trust is a global leader in delivering innovative investment management, asset and fund administration, fiduciary and banking. Founded in 1889, the company is headquartered in Chicago, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.
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