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.
Lead, Enterprise Architect – Enterprise Architecture
Your Role
We are seeking a technically hands-on Enterprise Architect who combines strong architecture expertise with practical engineering capability. This individual will operate as a player-coach, contributing directly to solution design and implementation - writing code, building automation, and enhancing AI-driven solutions.
This role is ideal for an architect who does not want to stay purely at the conceptual level, but instead actively participates in building, prototyping, and evolving enterprise solutions alongside engineering teams.
Requirements/Responsibilities
Architecture and Engineering Execution
Design and evolve enterprise architecture patterns across cloud, SaaS, and AI-enabled platforms
Directly contribute to codebases where appropriate (e.g., APIs, automation, integrations, AI agents)
Develop proofs-of-concept and reference implementations to validate architectural decisions
Develop solution designs for enterprise architecture solutions and consult with other teams as needed
AI and Automation Development
Design, build, and enhance AI agents and copilots using modern frameworks (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Copilot Studio, LangChain, Semantic Kernel)
Contribute to prompt engineering, orchestration logic, and integration patterns
Automate enterprise governance and operational processes using tools such as Power Automate, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, or similar
Platform & Integration Engineering
Write and review code for APIs, microservices, and integration layers
Build reusable services and automation pipelines that accelerate delivery teams
Assist in debugging, performance tuning, and resolving complex technical issues
Governance & Standards
Define and enforce architecture standards while ensuring they are practical and implementable
Partner with engineering teams to ensure alignment between architecture and delivery
Support modern engineering practices (CI/CD, IaC, testing strategies) into enterprise workflows
Collaboration & Leadership
Act as a bridge between architecture and engineering teams
Provide hands-on technical guidance and mentorship to developers and solution architects
Engage with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs
Programming & Development
Proficiency in Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript
Experience building APIs, services, and automation workflows
Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices
Cloud & Platforms
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
Experience building and deploying cloud-native applications (containers, serverless, microservices)
AI & Emerging Technology
Practical experience building or integrating AI/ML or LLM-based solutions
Understanding of agent-based architectures, prompt orchestration, and AI governance
Ability to evaluate and apply emerging technologies in real-world enterprise contexts
Preferred Skills
AI System & Agentic Workflows
Design, build, and optimize agentic AI systems using modern agent frameworks (e.g., LangGraph, AutoGen, Haystack Agents, ReAct-style agents).
Implement multi-agent collaboration patterns, task orchestration, memory architectures, tool integrations, and reasoning-enhancing strategies.
Develop secure, robust, and scalable tool‑calling and function-execution flows for agents operating in dynamic environments.
Automation & Integration
Experience with workflow automation tools (Power Automate, Logic Apps, etc.)
Strong understanding of system integration patterns (REST, messaging, event-driven architecture)
Enterprise Architecture
Knowledge of architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman) with a pragmatic, execution-focused mindset
Experience defining architecture patterns, standards, and reusable design components
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Knowledge of enterprise architecture principles, patterns, and best practices, with familiarity in cloud computing and SaaS models. Excellent consultative and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with business, partner, and IT stakeholders. Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Architect, or TOGAF a plus Experience in financial services or other highly regulated environments Familiarity with governance, compliance, and risk frameworks (e.g., NIST, FFIEC, GDPR)
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 [email protected], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.
About Our Bangalore Office
The Northern Trust Bangalore office, established in 2005, is home to over 5,600 employees. In this stunning office space, we offer fantastic amenities which include our Arrival Hub - Jungle, the GameZone, and the Employee Experience Zone that appeal to both clients and employees. Learn more.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, a related discipline, or equivalent education and work experience
- Knowledge of enterprise architecture principles, patterns, and best practices
- Familiarity with cloud computing and SaaS models
- Excellent consultative and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with business, partner, and IT stakeholders
- Proficiency in Python, Java, and JavaScript or TypeScript
- Experience building APIs, services, and automation workflows
- Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure
- Experience building and deploying cloud-native applications using containers, serverless, or microservices
- Practical experience building or integrating AI, machine learning, or LLM-based solutions
- Understanding of agent-based architectures, prompt orchestration, and AI governance
- Experience with workflow automation tools such as Power Automate or Logic Apps
- Strong understanding of REST, messaging, and event-driven integration patterns
- Knowledge of TOGAF or Zachman architecture frameworks
- Experience defining architecture patterns, standards, and reusable design components
- Experience designing and optimizing agentic AI systems and multi-agent workflows
- Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Architect, or TOGAF certification
- Experience in financial services or other highly regulated environments
- Familiarity with governance, compliance, and risk frameworks such as NIST, FFIEC, or GDPR
Northern Trust Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northern Trust and has not been reviewed or approved by Northern Trust.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match alongside an employer‑funded defined‑benefit pension is highlighted in employer‑verified materials and filings, setting the retirement package apart from many private employers.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is portrayed as solid overall, and two paid volunteer days per year are clearly documented across corporate materials.
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Parental & Family Support — Company sources and postings reference paid parental and caregiver leave and recent enhancements to parental benefits, indicating meaningful family support within the package.
Northern Trust Insights
What We Do
As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing and investment solutions, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise and integrity. A globally recognized Fortune 500 Company in continuous operation since 1889, we’ve built a legacy of empowering clients to reach their goals with confidence. Since our roots as a trust bank, we’ve grown to a global presence with more than 24,000 employees in more than 20 countries and across six core business units: Wealth Management Asset Management Asset Servicing Technology Corporate Functions Enterprise Operations Join a Team That’s Achieving Greater At Northern Trust, we refer to our employees as partners – with good reason. We understand that relationships are the key to our success. Here you’ll join a diverse and inclusive team of innovators with the drive to challenge the way things have always been done. Instead of choosing between a dynamic career and work-life balance, enjoy working with a team that supports your goals in the office and at home. We’ll help you get where you want to go without sacrificing what matters most to you. Delivering value and adhering to our enduring principles What are enduring principles? Since our founding, they have guided our strategy and success. Thanks to the dedication of our partners, Northern Trust continues to thrive by adhering to three enduring principles: service, expertise and integrity . What does this mean? Service Northern Trust has a relentless drive to provide exceptional service to our clients, our partners and our communities. We set new standards and go above and beyond in our commitment to delivering greater results. Expertise Expertise is at the core of who we are. We focus sharply on what we do well. From expanding our capabilities, to hiring talented professionals to developing innovative solutions, our expertise is why we continue to be a trusted advisor for generations of families and institutions. Integrity Operating with uncompromising ethics is central to Northern Trust’s heritage. As a result, our clients, partners and communities know they can rely on us. For more than 130 years, our integrity has been our guide – and that will never change.
Why Work With Us
At Northern Trust, we go further because we go together. We embrace flexibility, encourage balance, and prioritize inclusion at all levels, working together to keep you connected. We are committed to our employees—all 24,000 of them. Whether this is a first step or a bold new leap in your career, we’re here to help you move forward.
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