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Sr. Software Engineer II, Fullstack - NT Connect

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ninjatrader logoNinjatrader · Chicago, IL
Full-timeOn-site3w ago
CachingComplianceDockerGCPGitHubKubernetes
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Responsibilities

  • In this role you will:
  • Contribute to the development, optimization, and operational health of NT Connect's web-based platform, building new features and maintaining existing ones across the full stack
  • Design and implement scalable, efficient backend services and APIs using Node.js and TypeScript, deployed on cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., Google Cloud Platform)
  • Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to translate design prototypes into high-quality, scalable frontend code that adheres to NinjaTrader's design system and branding guidelines
  • Ensure seamless integration of frontend components with backend systems, including account management tools, partner onboarding flows, and real-time market data feeds
  • Develop and maintain real-time performance monitoring and logging solutions to ensure the platform remains responsive, observable, and production-ready
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams, QA, and Product Managers to deliver end-to- end partner solutions that meet reliability, compliance, and usability standards
  • Leverage AI coding agents (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code) and modern developer tooling to accelerate delivery, improve code quality, and raise the team's engineering velocity

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 8+ years of professional software development experience, with strong depth across both frontend and backend systems
  • Strong backend engineering skills with Node.js and TypeScript, including building production-grade APIs, authentication flows, and API versioning strategies
  • Proven experience designing RESTful and WebSocket APIs for external partners or B2B platforms
  • Strong frontend engineering skills with a modern framework (React preferred); ability to deliver complex, data-driven UIs with high attention to design fidelity
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-native environments: Docker, Kubernetes, and GCP
  • Strong SQL and database knowledge, including schema design, query optimization, and migrations
  • Experience with performance optimization, caching st

Benefits

Health insurance

Additional Information

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 . 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.


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