Technical Program Manager

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 on a mission to empower 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. Over the last 20 years, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. In the last five years alone, our user base has grown by 400% to over 1.9 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:

As a NinjaTrader Technical Program Manager, you will drive the development of high-quality, scalable technology and diverse products throughout the organization. Reporting to the Head of Product Management, you will oversee all stages of the product development lifecycle and collaborate closely with engineering and product development teams. With expertise in backend middleware technologies, particularly within cloud environments like Google Cloud Platform or equivalent, you possess a strong understanding of Backend and Middleware technologies essential for successful project delivery and infrastructure management. Your technical proficiency and program management experience will ensure the successful execution and delivery of projects. With strong leadership skills and experience in technical program management, you will act as a vital communications link between technical and non-technical colleagues, fostering cross-collaboration and mutual understanding between Product Management, Product Development, and other departments. You excel in prioritization, organization, tracking, and risk management, providing detailed updates and effectively clarifying project scope.

In this role you will:

Drive cross-functional alignment among engineering, product management, and stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieve

Implement and support standardized agile processes, leveraging scrum and agile best practices

Develop, measure, and enhance agile metrics to drive continuous improvement within the team

Lead agile rituals including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and blameless retrospectives to optimize team efficiency

Contribute innovative ideas for product development initiatives

Assist in roadmap creation and planning processes to align with strategic goals

Employ Agile methodologies to plan and oversee all product stages in collaboration with product development teams

Deliver comprehensive status reports on development progress to key stakeholders

Ensure timely releases and integrations while diagnosing, triaging, and resolving technical issues

Evaluate technology and product performance metrics, proposing and facilitating improvements as needed

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project goals, scope, and deliverables for backend middleware systems

Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle, from planning and execution to monitoring and reporting project progress

Coordinate with development teams to design and implement robust backend solutions aligned with business objectives

What you'll need:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment

3–5 years of technical program management experience within an Agile environment

Previous experience working as a Software Engineer, understanding full SDLC

Proven track record of delivering scalable solutions on schedule

Successful history of leading multiple teams toward shared objectives

Proficiency in evaluating product performance metrics and resolving issues

Enthusiasm for staying abreast of advancements in technical product development

Strong understanding of cloud platforms, preferably Google Cloud Platform, and associated services (e.g., Google Kubernetes Engine)

Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with developers, product managers, business owners, and senior leaders

Problem-solving mindset and ability to navigate complex technical challenges

Bonus points for:

Familiarity with DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines

Scrum or Agile certifications

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. Additional details on our total compensation package and benefits are listed below.

Our Core Benefits Include:

Hybrid Schedule with Extra Remote Flexibility (Totaling over 55% remote time)

Generous PTO

7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually

1 Service Day Annually

401k with 3.5% Company Match

Health, Vision, Dental Coverage

Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader

Flexible Spending Accounts for Transit and Parking

Gym Membership

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

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.

Full-time