Principal Software Engineer, Trading Systems
💰 $120,000 – $180,000/yrMarket estimate · not provided by the employer
At a glance
- Who can apply
- United States
- Work arrangement
- On-site · Chicago, IL
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Staff / Principal
- Salary
- $120,000 – $180,000/yr · market estimate
Checked against the employer's source on October 14, 2026. Details come from the employer's posting; confirm them on the application page.
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Job Description
About NinjaTrader
NinjaTrader is an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker empowering traders worldwide. Since 2003, we've grown to serve over 2 million users and are the number one rated futures brokerage globally. Our mission: become the #1 retail trading platform in the world.
The Role
We're seeking a Principal Software Engineer, Trading Systems to join our engineering team in Chicago. As a principal-level engineer, you'll architect and lead the development of critical trading systems that power our platform, working on cutting-edge financial technology serving millions of active traders.
What You'll Do
- Design and architect scalable trading systems infrastructure
- Lead engineering efforts on high-impact trading platform features
- Mentor and guide engineering teams on best practices and technical strategy
- Drive innovation in futures trading technology and real-time data processing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class brokerage services
- Ensure system reliability, performance, and security at scale
About Our Culture
At NinjaTrader, you're part of a movement modernizing the futures industry. We foster a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers through continuous learning and meaningful work.
Why NinjaTrader?
- Work on award-winning software serving 2M+ traders globally
- Be at the forefront of fintech innovation
- Collaborate with passionate engineers solving complex financial challenges
- Access professional development and career advancement opportunities
For the most current job details, benefits, and application requirements, visit our official careers page.
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