
About NinjaTrader
Empowering traders with advanced tools and low fees
Key Highlights
- Over 60,000 active users leveraging advanced trading tools
- Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois
- Offers low commissions for futures trading
- Award-winning trading platform recognized in the industry
NinjaTrader, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, provides a powerful trading platform and brokerage services tailored for futures trading. The platform is recognized for its advanced charting tools and analytics, serving over 60,000 active users. NinjaTrader has raised significant funding to enhance...
🎁 Benefits
Employees enjoy competitive salaries, equity options, flexible remote work policies, and generous PTO. Additionally, NinjaTrader offers a comprehensiv...
🌟 Culture
NinjaTrader fosters a culture focused on trader empowerment and innovation, encouraging employees to contribute ideas that enhance the platform. The c...

Director Of Engineering • Lead
NinjaTrader • Chicago - Remote
Overview
NinjaTrader is seeking a Director of Engineering for their Trading Platforms to lead the development of innovative trading solutions. You'll oversee engineering teams and drive product strategy in a rapidly evolving industry. This role requires extensive experience in engineering leadership.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a proven track record of leading engineering teams in the financial technology sector, with a strong focus on trading platforms. Your leadership style fosters collaboration and innovation, empowering your team to excel in their roles. You possess deep knowledge of the trading industry and understand the unique challenges faced by retail traders. Your experience includes managing large-scale projects and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions. You are adept at strategic planning and can align engineering efforts with business objectives. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving technological advancements in trading.
Desirable
Experience with agile methodologies and a strong understanding of software development life cycles is a plus. Familiarity with trading systems and market dynamics will help you navigate the complexities of the role. You are comfortable working with cross-functional teams and can effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
What you'll do
As the Director of Engineering at NinjaTrader, you will lead the engineering team responsible for developing cutting-edge trading platforms. You will define the technical vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with the company's mission to become the number one retail trading platform in the world. Your role will involve overseeing the entire software development process, from ideation to deployment, ensuring that products meet the highest standards of quality and performance. You will mentor and guide engineering managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team. Collaborating closely with product management, you will prioritize features and enhancements that deliver value to users. You will also be responsible for managing budgets and resources effectively, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within scope. Your leadership will be crucial in driving the team's success and achieving the company's growth objectives.
What we offer
NinjaTrader provides a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the trading experience of millions of users. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health, vision, and dental coverage. Our culture encourages professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to advance your career. Join us in our mission to empower traders and revolutionize the futures industry.
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