
Empowering traders with advanced tools and low fees
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...
Employees enjoy competitive salaries, equity options, flexible remote work policies, and generous PTO. Additionally, NinjaTrader offers a comprehensiv...
NinjaTrader fosters a culture focused on trader empowerment and innovation, encouraging employees to contribute ideas that enhance the platform. The c...

NinjaTrader • Chicago or Remote*
NinjaTrader is seeking a Principal Platform Engineer to lead the development of their trading platform. You'll be responsible for enhancing the platform's capabilities and ensuring a seamless user experience. This role requires extensive experience in platform engineering.
You have a strong background in platform engineering with a focus on building scalable and reliable systems. Your experience includes leading engineering teams and driving technical initiatives that enhance product offerings. You are adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet user needs. You understand the importance of user experience and are committed to creating intuitive and efficient platforms. You have a passion for innovation and are always looking for ways to improve existing processes and technologies. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable taking ownership of complex projects.
As a Principal Platform Engineer at NinjaTrader, you will lead the design and implementation of new features for our trading platform. You will work closely with product managers and designers to understand user requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Your role will involve mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the team. You will also be responsible for ensuring the platform's performance and reliability, conducting regular assessments and optimizations. You will stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to keep our platform competitive and innovative. Your contributions will directly impact the user experience and help us achieve our mission of becoming the number one retail trading platform in the world.
At NinjaTrader, we offer a dynamic work environment where you can grow your career and make a meaningful impact. We provide comprehensive health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, as well as life and disability insurance. Our culture encourages innovation and collaboration, and we are committed to supporting our employees' professional development. Join us in our mission to empower traders and revolutionize the futures industry.
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