Principal Cloud Architect at Northern Trust

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Financial ServicesIndustries

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in cloud architecture roles
Deep expertise in one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Strong knowledge of cloud security, networking, DevOps, and automation
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures
Proven track record of leading large-scale cloud transformation initiatives
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Lead the design of cloud-native and hybrid architectures that meet business, security, and compliance requirements
Define and evolve the enterprise cloud strategy, standards, and best practices
Serve as a technical leader and advisor across multiple teams, influencing cloud adoption and modernization efforts
Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation
Establish cloud governance frameworks, cost optimization strategies, and operational excellence
Work closely with engineering, security, DevOps, and business stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions
Coach and mentor architects, engineers, and developers on cloud best practices and architectural patterns