Sr. Software Engineer II, FCM

Disclaimer: Please be advised that the most accurate and up-to-date information about our open roles—including job descriptions, compensation, and benefits—can only be guaranteed on our official job board. For the latest listings and details, please visit: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ninjatrader.

JOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD

Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we're empowering traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting-edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award-winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world's leading financial markets with confidence.  

Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Since 2003, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. Through those efforts, our user base has grown to over 2 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide. 

But we're not stopping there. We're constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real-time support, and a community of like-minded traders.  

So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees. 

Join us as we redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world's top retail-focused trading platform in the world.  

What you'll do:

You'll work alongside NinjaTrader's FCM development team designing, building, and deploying back-end server solutions that distribute large volumes of data in support of our trading operations. This role plays a critical part in the efficiency and success of our FCM, giving you the chance to lead by example while owning software that has to be fast, reliable, and correct.

In this role you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Python and TypeScript to facilitate customer funding and trading
• Lead development teams by guiding best practices in coding and code reviews, and ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards
• Own the quality, uptime, and resilience of your software
• Collaborate with finance, treasury, new accounts, and trading teams to implement accurate and efficient algorithms and tools that support the back office
• Implement robust monitoring and logging using industry-standard observability tooling such as OpenTelemetry
• Review code changes from other team members to ensure consistency, correctness, and good architecture choices
• Streamline processes to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention
• Create and maintain technical documentation for back-office processing systems and workflows
• Stay current on advancements in Python, TypeScript, and retail trading technologies

What you'll need:

• BA or MS degree in Computer Science
• 8+ years of software development experience designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining real-time applications
• Proven experience in Python and TypeScript software development, with a focus on backend systems
• Familiarity with Linux-based operating systems
• Familiarity with cloud services such as Google Cloud Platform
• Dependable team player with a strong work ethic, exceptional accuracy, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfort resolving uncertainty, with strong communication and collaboration skills to drive issue resolution, mentor others, and drive change across teams
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools (e.g., code generation, static analysis, automated test synthesis) to increase engineering productivity and system quality in production environments
• Ability to take full ownership of projects, from design through implementation, testing, deployment, and iteration
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available

Bonus Points for:

• Direct experience at a futures commission merchant (FCM), clearing firm, or broker-dealer operating under CFTC/NFA or SEC/FINRA regulatory frameworks
• Experience with CME clearing operations or self-clearing implementation such as GMI or other FIS services
• Familiarity with treasury and money movement systems: ACH, wire transfers, fund hold logic, account segregation
• Track record of leading successful platform modernization or cloud migration programs in regulated financial environments
• Passion for futures, derivatives, and trading technologies, and for democratizing access to these markets for retail traders

Compensation:

The salary range for this role will be $140,000.00 - $190,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 10%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).

Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401(k) plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 18 days per year plus seven paid holidays.

Location

This role is based in Chicago, IL. *There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, Wisconsin.

Hybrid

For Chicago-based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In-office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer:

• 20 additional flex remote days annually
• 5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays

Our Core Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO
• 7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
• 1 Service Day Annually
• 401k with 3.5% Company Match
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave
• Health, Vision, Dental Coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.