Technical Program Manager - Client Platforms

Job Description

Job Description

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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.

What you'll do :

NinjaTrader is seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead complex engineering programs across our client platforms — Web, Mobile, Desktop, and Dot-Com. This role is focused on the technical delivery of platform initiatives that enhance scalability, reliability, and quality across customer-facing systems. The TPM will collaborate closely with engineering, architecture, and operations leaders to ensure seamless execution of cross-functional programs that strengthen our technical foundation and accelerate delivery.

In this role you will :

• Lead and coordinate major engineering programs that advance the performance, stability, and scalability of NinjaTrader's client platforms
• Oversee the technical transition of our Dot-Com site from an external agency to internal engineering teams, managing all dependencies, integrations, and delivery milestones
• Drive alignment and execution across the Core Squad, which spans mobile, web, and desktop applications, ensuring consistent technical direction and delivery discipline
• Partner with engineering and architecture leadership to define program goals, success metrics, and technical milestones that support strategic objectives
• Translate complex technical initiatives into actionable execution plans, ensuring clarity across teams and maintaining focus on delivery outcomes
• Identify and manage technical risks and dependencies across systems, proactively resolving issues to maintain schedule and quality
• Build strong relationships across engineering, DevOps, QA, Security, and Release Management to streamline coordination and maintain operational excellence
• Establish visibility and accountability through effective tracking, documentation, and communication using tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Notion
• Drive process consistency and delivery predictability, helping teams refine how they plan, commit, and execute within the squad model
• Promote continuous improvement, encouraging retrospectives and data-driven learning across technical programs

What you'll need :

Bonus points for :

Compensation :

The salary range for this role will be $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of up to 10%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company / team performance (50%).

Salary 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.

Location :

This role is based in Chicago, IL. There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states : California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, Wisconsin.

Hybrid :

For 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 :

Our Core Benefits Include :

We 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. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.