Sr Lead, Network Automation

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.

The Role

Reporting to the Network Manager, the Network Engineer is seen as a technical expert in Networking Engineering.

This is a technical and hands on role, with a primary focus on Design and Implementation of Network Change; also you will be expected to support the network operations team with complex troubleshooting of issues as required.

You will have experience of working in high impact, mission critical environments where service matters and exceeding expectations is the norm.

Key responsibilities

The Network Transmission Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining high-performance transmission systems across enterprise networks. This includes fiber optics, routers, switches, and associated infrastructure critical to data and voice transmission. The role demands hands-on expertise in troubleshooting, configuration, and optimization of transmission paths to ensure seamless connectivity and minimal downtime

Responsible for defining and documenting Network Engineering Standards

Responsible for the creation of Low Level Design documents to meet requirements outlined in the High Level Design

Responsible for the creation of detailed Implementation Plans for all engineering related activity

Responsible for Procurement activities relating to build and delivery of new services (Project)

Responsible for ensuring the smooth Transition/Handover to Operations in line with agreed Operational Acceptance Process

Responsible for managing Technical Lifecycle Management for all Network & Communications services

Responsible for supporting Architecture in creation and upkeep of a Delivery Roadmap for Network engineer

Responsible for supporting the Architecture in scoping activities required to produce the High Level Design

Responsible for supporting Architecture in undertaking Proof of Concept activities

Responsible for ensuring skillsets are relevant and up to date in order to deliver change and provide a high level of support

Responsible for providing escalation support to Operations with complex troubleshooting of Major Incidents as required

Provide on call escalation support (rota basis) and work extended hours as and when required

Core Skills & Experience

Total 12+ years exp required.

A minimum 8 years hands on experience of Transmission network solutions within a global enterprise scale organization

You will have considerable first-hand experience of design engineering and building resilient and scalable Transmission network solutions

You understand network principles, regional compliance standards, relevant local regulations, and applicable laws

Knowledge of network topology like ring structure, daisy chain structure and their traffic handling capabilities and characteristics

Well-versed on the functionality of telecommunication network transmission nodes

Adept in functionality of transmission media test equipment (optical light meter, power meter, Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR))

Familiar with bands in optical fibre and their usability as well as loss characteristics

Knowledge of signal strength and quality KPIs design values and margins

You understand the concepts of risk and compliance and how to translate these into effective network solutions.

You have a strong understanding of Layer 2, Layer 3 & Layer 4-7 network and network technologies.

You will be familiar with a variety of testing tools, networking technologies and techniques to accurately troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems associated with the service, application and network hardware and software.

Technical Skills & Experience

You will have expert knowledge and experience in several of the following areas:

Transmission Network – DWDM, SDH, Leased Line, PSTN Circuits

Network Routing & Switching

Network Security

It is desirable and advantageous to also have knowledge and experience of the following technology platforms:

Public Cloud Peering – Azure, AWS, Google

Technical Certification

You will have the following certification or demonstrable working experience:

Certifications: Cisco CCNA/CCNP, or equivalent.

Experience in handling transmission jobs in ACH or similar financial systems

ITILv3 foundation or higher

Personal Attributes

You will be highly organized and have proven ability to operate well under pressure, working to tight deadlines

You will have good problem management and customer service skills.

You will have a positive attitude and be capable of remaining positive even when under immense pressure.

You will be able to work with global teams to deliver projects, often at pace and under challenging circumstances.

You are someone with high professional standards, who never accepts the status-quo; who challenges why things are done the way they are.

You will be a strong communicator, both written and verbal

You discourage hero culture and ensure the team always comes before the individual, although always ensuring for the welfare of staff at all times.

You will always act with integrity and embrace the philosophy of treating our customers fairly (compulsory)

You will work effectively as one IT community across the regions and the business

You will embrace the philosophy and principles of group IT

You understand and apply Northern Trust’s working practices, policies and procedures

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.

About Our Pune Office

The Northern Trust Pune office, established in 2016, is now home to over 3,000 employees. The office handles various functions, including Operations for Asset Servicing and Wealth Management, as well as delivering critical technology solutions that support business operations across the globe.

Our Pune team takes our commitment to service to heart. In 2024, they volunteered more than 10,000+ hours into the communities where they live and work. Learn more.