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Northern Trust

Lead, SW Full Stack Eng

Chicago, IL · On-site

$99K - $169K/yr

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, orrelatedfield. * 5-7+ years of software engineering experience. * Experience working in Agile environments. * Experience with digital product ...

NVENIA

Electrical Engineer/Controls Eng 2

Wood Dale, IL · On-site

$79K - $106K/yr

Experience with AB and Siemens Motion Control software platforms a must. Knowledge of risk assessments, UL, CE and CSA are desired. Project management experience. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ...

Duravant

Electrical Engineer/Controls Eng 2

Wood Dale, IL

$79K - $106K/yr

Experience with AB and Siemens Motion Control software platforms a must. Knowledge of risk assessments, UL, CE and CSA are desired. Project management experience. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ...

Zachry Group

Project Engineer I-ENG

Downers Grove, IL · On-site

Physical Demands Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, video chat and software systems. Position may include visits to construction sites and industrial facilities ...

Nvenia Llc

Electrical Engineer/Controls Eng 2

Wood Dale, IL · On-site

$79K - $106K/yr

Experience with AB and Siemens Motion Control software platforms a must. Knowledge of risk assessments, UL, CE and CSA are desired. Project management experience.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ...

Northern Trust Corp

Analyst, SW Full Stack Eng

Chicago, IL · On-site

$73K - $117K/yr

## Analyst, SW Full Stack EngApplylocations: Chicago, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R156541**About Northern Trust** As a global leader in innovative wealth management ...

Northern Trust

Analyst, SW Full Stack Eng

Chicago, IL · On-site

$73K - $117K/yr

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 ...

Northern Trust

Analyst, SW Full Stack Eng

Chicago, IL

$73K - $117K/yr

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 ...

Smiths Group

Mechanical Engineer

Morton Grove, IL · On-site

Create / assist in the creation of application software, analysis programs or selection criteria ... C Eng in UK, overseas equivalent) Experience: typically at least 5 years' relevant experience in an ...

John Crane

Mechanical Engineer

Morton Grove, IL

Create / assist in the creation of application software, analysis programs or selection criteria ... C Eng in UK, overseas equivalent) Experience: typically at least 5 years' relevant experience in an ...

Smiths Group

Mechanical Engineer

Morton Grove, IL · On-site

Create / assist in the creation of application software, analysis programs or selection criteria ... C Eng in UK, overseas equivalent) Experience: typically at least 5 years' relevant experience in an ...

Whitworth Tool Holdings

NC Programming

Plainfield, IL · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Ultimate Machining & Eng. Inc(ULT) provides comprehensive machining to the most complex of ... Responsibilities include: · Utilization of CAM software (MasterCam) for generation of CNC programs ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for software eng in Chicago, IL is $151,971.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,600.00 and $178,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Eng vs Software Developer?

AspectSoftware EngineerSoftware Developer
CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field, certifications optionalBachelor's in CS or related field, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentDesigns systems, architecture, collaborates on large projectsFocuses on coding, implementing features, smaller scope
Industry UsageUsed across tech companies, startups, enterpriseCommonly used in startups, smaller firms, freelance work
Comparison Search IntentUnderstanding roles, responsibilities, career pathFocus on coding, project specifics, job requirements

While both roles involve coding and software development, Software Engineers typically work on system design and architecture, often handling larger projects and collaborating on overall system structure. Software Developers usually focus on writing code for specific features or applications. The roles overlap significantly, but the Engineer role often encompasses broader responsibilities related to system planning and integration.

What does a software engineer do?

A software engineer designs, develops, tests, and maintains software applications and systems. They use programming languages, such as Java, Python, or C++, and often collaborate with teams to create efficient and reliable software solutions. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of software development methodologies are essential in this role.

What jobs can I do with a software engineering degree?

A software engineering degree qualifies you for roles such as software developer, application engineer, systems analyst, and quality assurance engineer. These jobs involve designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications, often requiring knowledge of programming languages, development tools, and problem-solving skills.

What jobs can a software engineer do?

A software engineer can work in roles such as application developer, systems engineer, embedded systems engineer, or DevOps engineer. They design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems using programming languages like Java, Python, or C++, often working in teams and following software development methodologies.
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Infographic showing various Software Eng job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $152,091 per year, or $73.1 per hour.

Lead, SW Full Stack Eng

Chicago, IL • On-site

Northern Trust
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$99K - $169K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise digital solutions supporting the Client Onboarding & Lifecycle Management (CLM) portfolio.

  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to development teams while promoting engineering best practices.

  • Monitor system health, resolve stability and scalability issues, and drive continuous improvement.

Northern Trust rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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.


Position Summary:

TheLeadSoftware Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of digital solutions supporting the Client Onboarding & Lifecycle Management (CLM) portfolio within Global Engineering. This role provides hands-on technical leadership, drives engineering excellence, and partners with business and technology stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performingdigitproducts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise digital solutions aligned with business and technical requirements.

  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to development teams while promoting engineering best practices.

  • Drive application, data, and event-store optimization, including logging, monitoring, reporting, dashboarding, and security administration.

  • Ensure code quality through architecture reviews, testing, and adherence to development standards.

  • Champion Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud engineering practices to improve delivery speed and reliability.

  • Collaborate with product, business, and technology stakeholders to define solutions and strategic priorities.

  • Monitorsystemhealth, resolve stability and scalability issues, and drive continuous improvement.

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate technology, operational, and security risks by implementing effective controls, ensuring compliance with governance standards, and proactively addressing vulnerabilities to maintain application reliability, resilience, and regulatory compliance.

  • Ensure compliance with organizational standards, security policies, and governance requirements.

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of full-stack Java/JEE development experience.

  • Strong expertise in Spring Boot,REST APIs,Microservices,and web application development.

  • Experience withOracle,SQL,Elasticsearch.MQ/Solace, and enterprise integration technologies.

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines/DevOps practices.

  • Experience withAgile methodologies, and Azure DevOps.

  • Knowledge of Linux, cloud platforms, VMware, networking, and security technologies.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor engineering teams.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, orrelatedfield.

  • 5-7+ years of software engineering experience.

  • Experience working in Agile environments.

  • Experience with digital product, workflow automation, and transaction services within financial servicesenvironmentsis a plus.

Salary Range:

$99,600 - 169,200 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 MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.


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