Sr. Software Engineer II, Trading Services

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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 will work alongside NinjaTrader's talented development team, designing, building, and deploying backend server solutions that distribute large amounts of data. As a Backend Software Engineer specializing in Scala in a Kubernetes environment, you will be instrumental in architecting and implementing scalable, containerized backend solutions for our advanced trading systems. This role requires a deep understanding of distributed systems, container orchestration, and a passion for building resilient and efficient financial technology.

In this role you will:

Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Scala, leveraging Kubernetes for container orchestration

Architect, deploy, and manage backend applications in a Kubernetes environment to ensure scalability, availability, and resilience

Implement and enhance microservices architecture for trading applications, promoting modularity and maintainability

Develop distributed systems to support high-performance and low-latency trading platform requirements

Implement robust monitoring and logging solutions to track and analyze backend system performance in real time

Integrate backend systems with various market data feeds, ensuring accurate and timely data for trading activities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, UX/UI designers, and other engineers, to deliver end-to-end trading solutions

Create and maintain technical documentation for backend systems, Kubernetes configurations, and deployment procedures

Work directly with project managers to help deliver solutions

What you'll need:

BA or MS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

6+ years of software development experience designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining real-time applications

Professional experience with Scala backend software development

Experience working with Kubernetes and 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 and communicating effectively for issue resolution

Ability to take full ownership (design, implement, test, deploy, maintain, iterate) of projects

Bonus points for:

Financial knowledge

Experience leveraging AI/ML tools or technologies to enhance software development, system performance, or automation

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 401K 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 (some positions may qualify for more) 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.