{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"24c996179ec3828e100b6362","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/24c996179ec3828e100b6362","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/24c996179ec3828e100b6362","title":"Sr. Software Engineer II (Python, Backend)","description":"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.\nJOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD\nWelcome 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.\nOur 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.\nBut 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.\nSo, 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.\nJoin 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.\nWhat you'll do:\nJoin a collaborative development team building resilient back-end systems that power customer funding and trading. You'll lead development efforts, ensure high uptime, and contribute to real-time data infrastructure that supports our trading operations. This position requires a proactive and self-driven developer, knowledgeable in current programming languages and technologies with a strong ability to communicate with team members and stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that play a crucial role in the efficiency and success of our trading operations.\nIn this role you will:\nDesign, develop, and maintain backend systems using Python to facilitate customer funding and trading\nProvide technical leadership within the team\nCollaborate with finance, treasury, new accounts and trading teams to implement accurate and efficient algorithms and tools to support the back-office\nStreamline processes to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention\nCreate and maintain technical documentation for back-office processing systems and workflows\nKeep up-to-date with the latest advancements in Python and retail trading technologies\nWhat you'll need:\nBA or MS degree in Computer Science\n8+ years of software development experience with designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining real-time applications\nAdvanced proficiency in Python, with a focus on scalable backend services\nExperience with Linux environments and scripting\nHands-on experience deploying applications or services on Google Cloud Platform (GKE, Pub/Sub, Cloud Functions, etc.) is preferred\nDependable team player with a strong work ethic, exceptional accuracy, good analytical and problem-solving skills\nStrong collaboration and communication skills, especially across technical and business teams\nAbility to work autonomously and take full ownership of projects\nFinancial knowledge is helpful but not required\nCompensation:\nThe salary range for this role will be $170,000.00 - $190,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 12%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).\nSalary 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.\nLocation:\nThis role is based in Chicago, IL. We are not open to remote candidates for this role\nHybrid:\nFor 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:\n20 additional flex remote days annually\n5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays\nOur Core Benefits Include:\nGenerous PTO\n7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually\n1 Service Day Annually\n401k with 3.5% Company Match\nPaid Parental Bonding Leave\nHealth, Vision, Dental Coverage\nLife and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader\nWe 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. 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