Full-Time
Engineering Manager
Mobile, Flutter
Posted on 7/17/2025
NinjaTrader
201-500 employees
Fintech trading platform with automated strategies
Compensation Overview
$145k - $180k/yr
Chicago, IL, USA
Remote
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- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 10+ years of software engineering experience (mobile software development preferred), including 3+ years in formal engineering leadership roles
- Proven experience delivering production-grade Flutter apps at scale, ideally in fast-paced or regulated environments
- Strong understanding of mobile architecture, network degradation handling, performance optimization, CI/CD for mobile, and crash recovery
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams through growth, ambiguity, and change, with a focus on delivery and product impact
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to align technical execution with business priorities and articulate tradeoffs to both engineers and stakeholders
- Experience managing agile software teams using tools like Jira, GitHub, and Firebase
- Lead, mentor, and manage a growing team of Flutter mobile engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence
- Assume an active role in the career development of direct reports with regular 1:1s, coaching, and performance feedback
- Own the execution of mobile product roadmaps in partnership with Product and Design, ensuring alignment with technical strategy and team capacity
- Guide and actively shape architectural decisions with Senior+ engineers, review code as needed, and engage in hands-on system design discussions to ensure high-quality delivery
- Oversee release processes and mobile CI/CD workflows, ensuring smooth deployments and minimizing user disruption
- Participate in our engineering on-call rotation as a manager, helping to triage incidents, coordinate response, and ensure follow-through on post-incident actions
- Partner closely with engineering leadership and stakeholders across the company to define mobile strategy and deliver cohesive experiences
- Hire top-tier engineering talent and contribute to the evolution of our engineering org structure as the team scales
NinjaTrader provides a trading platform for active traders dealing with futures, forex, and options. It offers tools for market analysis, advanced charting, trade simulation, and the ability to develop and run automated trading strategies. The core platform is free for advanced charting and simulated trading, while revenue comes from trade commissions, premium features, and third-party integrations. Its goal is to help traders analyze, test, and execute trades more efficiently and consistently through an extensible ecosystem of tools.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$1.5B
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
2004
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 700,000 simulated users execute 2.7 billion trades in H1 2025, surpassing 2024 volumes.
- Kraken $1.5B acquisition integrates crypto access for NinjaTrader's futures clients.
- European expansion via PEDSL-CY targets Netherlands and Germany futures markets in 2026.
What critics are saying
- NinjaTrader Connect white-labels cannibalize retail brokerage revenue within 6-12 months.
- Kraken convergence erodes futures features, losing specialized traders in 12-24 months.
- MiFID compliance failures shut down EU services via PEDSL-CY in 12-18 months.
What makes NinjaTrader unique
- NinjaTrader Connect launches March 3, 2026, enabling white-label futures infrastructure via single API.
- NinjaTrader Prop standardizes prop trading tools adopted by Apex Trader Funding and Take Profit Trader.
- Cloud-based platform supports 2 million traders with desktop, web, and mobile futures access since 2003.
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Benefits
Hybrid Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Phone/Internet Stipend
Gym Membership
Company News
NinjaTrader appoints Christopher Tripp as General Manager, International. NinjaTrader Group today announced the appointment of Christopher Tripp as General Manager, International. Tripp's announcement marks a pivotal moment for NinjaTrader, which recently entered the European market. In his role, Tripp will spearhead initiatives to grow NinjaTrader's international presence and bring their advanced trading platform, competitive pricing, integrated trader development tools, and educational offerings to new markets. "With Chris, we have the essential leadership in place to thoughtfully scale our platform and meet the growing demand of futures trading everywhere," said Martin Franchi, CEO of NinjaTrader Group. "His robust industry expertise showcases our commitment to delivering a strong, futures-native offering that aligns with the evolving global market structure and positions NinjaTrader alongside the world's leading global brokers." Tripp joins NinjaTrader with 15 years of experience in the international and retail trading spaces. Most notably, he led integration efforts post-acquisition for tastytrade and IG Group, having previously served as the Head of International Expansion for tastytrade, and most recently as UK Commercial Director at IG Group. "NinjaTrader is entering the European market at an integral moment when demand for transparent, exchange-traded futures has never been stronger," said Tripp. "NinjaTrader led the way because of their unwavering focus on providing technology and education that meets customers where they are. I'm excited to work with the talented team at NinjaTrader to spread that commitment across international markets as we continue expanding access across the EU and beyond." Tripp will support NinjaTrader's growth efforts from the UK, expanding its global people presence while staying closely connected to international markets and the needs of traders worldwide. Currently, the NinjaTrader platform in Europe is available in the Netherlands and Germany and will be accessible more broadly within the EU and UK later this year.
NinjaTrader is now integrated with MarketMemo. February 13, 2026 Execution without structured review leads to repetition. Many futures traders execute on one platform and analyze performance somewhere else. Over time, that separation makes patterns harder to detect. Notes feel disconnected from trades. Behavior becomes harder to evaluate objectively. NinjaTrader is now integrated with MarketMemo to reduce that separation. This integration connects futures execution data directly to your structured review environment, so decisions and analysis live in the same workspace. What is NinjaTrader? NinjaTrader is a futures-focused trading platform designed for active traders who require advanced charting, order execution tools, and customization. Futures are standardized contracts traded on centralized exchanges that allow traders to speculate on price movement of assets such as indices, commodities, or currencies. Because these contracts trade on regulated exchanges, order matching happens within a centralized marketplace rather than between private counterparties. NinjaTrader is structured around: * Advanced charting tools * Custom indicators * Automated strategies * Depth of Market (DOM) execution * Desktop-based performance control Depth of Market (DOM) refers to a price ladder that displays pending buy and sell orders at multiple price levels. It helps traders visualize liquidity, the available volume resting at each price. Unlike purely browser-based platforms, NinjaTrader is traditionally desktop-driven. That structure gives traders deeper customization and automation capabilities. Now, that environment connects directly to MarketMemo. What "integrated with MarketMemo" Means. NinjaTrader trade data can now be organized and reviewed inside MarketMemo. That means: * Futures executions can sync into your workspace * Performance metrics can be structured automatically * Context and notes can align directly with trade history * Behavioral patterns can be analyzed across sessions MarketMemo is designed as a market intelligence workspace, not just a journal. A journal records what happened. An intelligence workspace organizes how and why it happened. Integrating NinjaTrader strengthens that structure because it removes the need to manually rebuild execution history for analysis. Less reconstruction leads to clearer evaluation. Why this integration matters for active futures traders. NinjaTrader users often rely on: * Multi-chart layouts * Indicator stacking * Automated trade logic * Precision execution Automated strategies are rule-based systems that place trades automatically when predefined conditions are met. These systems reduce manual input but still require structured review to evaluate performance behavior over time. When execution platforms and review tools operate independently, traders must: * Export reports * Reconcile trade logs * Rebuild performance summaries * Reattach context manually That process creates friction. Friction does not prevent trading, but it often limits structured reflection. By integrating NinjaTrader with MarketMemo, the workflow becomes continuous: Continuity matters because behavioral consistency depends on structured feedback. Without clear feedback loops, decision patterns become harder to evaluate. This integration helps maintain that loop. Designed for traders who value customization and structure. This integration is structured for traders who: * Trade index, commodity, or currency futures * Use advanced charting tools * Run automated or semi-automated systems * Prefer desktop-based control It does not replace NinjaTrader's functionality. It complements it. Some traders prefer lightweight browser execution. Others prefer deep customization and system control. NinjaTrader is designed for that second profile. MarketMemo supports structured review regardless of platform depth, and now integrates directly with NinjaTrader workflows. What changes in your daily process. If you trade futures on NinjaTrader, your workflow inside MarketMemo becomes more streamlined. Instead of: Platform | Export | Spreadsheet | Separate Notes It becomes: Platform | Structured Review | Pattern Visibility The goal is not to add tools. It is to reduce fragmentation between execution and evaluation. When evaluation becomes easier to access, behavioral insights become clearer. And clarity supports consistency. The bigger picture. MarketMemo continues expanding toward a unified trading workspace across execution platforms. Forex, CFDs, and futures, across multiple trading environments, can now connect to the same structured intelligence layer. Because performance does not improve from more execution alone. It improves when execution and review operate as a single system. NinjaTrader integration strengthens that system.
NinjaTrader expands regulated futures trading in Europe. NinjaTrader Group has officially expanded its futures trading offering into Europe. Payward Europe Digital Solutions (CY) Limited, a MiFID-regulated investment firm, is executing the launch. The rollout begins with two key European markets: the Netherlands and Germany. Launch details. The European expansion is carried out via Payward Europe Digital Solutions (CY) Limited, also known as PEDSL-CY. It operates under MiFID regulations. It lets NinjaTrader offer compliant access to exchange-listed futures. European clients will be able to trade futures contracts listed on regulated U.S. and European venues. The focus is strictly on exchange-traded products. It aligns with the region's regulatory framework and demand for transparency. Why Europe, why now. The expansion comes when European retail traders are shifting toward exchange-traded products. The key drivers behind this shift include better transparency, clearer regulation, and long-term market access. Futures-first products are gaining traction as traders move away from opaque or unregulated instruments. NinjaTrader's timing fits with this change in trader behavior. Markets covered. The initial launch covers two European countries: NinjaTrader has also confirmed plans to expand into additional EU markets later in the year. These include: This phased rollout shows a long-term strategy. What European clients get. European clients of PEDSL-CY will get access to NinjaTrader's integrated futures trading environment. It includes: * Advanced charting tools * Order flow visualization * Robust market quotes * Execution capabilities * A full-feature futures trading simulator The simulator lets traders practice strategies and analyze markets before committing real capital. It supports skill development and confidence-building. Experience built for futures. NinjaTrader makes itself a futures-native platform. The company has spent over two decades focused solely on futures trading. This specialization is a key differentiator as it enters the European market. The platform combines pricing, execution, and education into a single environment for futures traders. About ninjatrader. Raymond Deux founded NinjaTrader in 2003. It provides trading software and brokerage services for active traders. The company supports over 1.9 million users globally. Their platform offers advanced charting, market analytics, and trade simulation for futures, forex, and stock trading. In 2014, NinjaTrader launched its brokerage services after acquiring Mirus Futures. Wrapping up. NinjaTrader becomes a bridge between European retail traders and global futures markets with its European launch. The focus remains on regulated access, futures-first products, and tools for long-term participation in exchange-listed markets. Register your company now and get featured on its homepage!
NinjaTrader Group announces global launch of the inaugural NinjaTrader Arena Cup. CHICAGO, Oct. 6, 2025 - NinjaTrader Group(Opens in a new window), a global leader in retail futures and trading technology, today announced the launch of The NinjaTrader Arena Cup, its free simulated trading competition with $400,000 in cash prizes, now open to futures traders globally. Running from October 20 through November 17, The NinjaTrader Arena Cup will be the largest event of its kind in the company's history, with $400,000 in cash prizes on the line and spots for up to 30,000 traders. The launch of The NinjaTrader Arena Cup comes as retail futures trading experiences unprecedented growth. In the first half of 2025 alone, NinjaTrader Group attracted more than 700,000 active simulated users who have executed 2.7 billion trades, putting the platform on pace to surpass its total sim trading volume from 2024. This momentum highlights the rapid rise of futures as a leading asset class for individual traders, driven by growing demand for new ways to engage with the markets and refine trading strategies. The Arena Cup features three qualifiers, each with $50,000 in cash prizes. The top 10% of participants from every qualifier will move on to the final round. The championship features $250,000 in cash prizes, including $100,000 for the first-place winner with additional cash prizes for hundreds more. With no cost to enter, traders have nothing to lose, and everything to gain. In each competition, traders will have the same starting balance, and a list of contracts will be traded to ensure a level playing field. The NinjaTrader Arena Cup will also feature prominent professional traders who will both trade and coach participants throughout. Expert commentary on the qualifying competitions and the final championship will be streamed live on NinjaTrader Live, NinjaTrader's popular educational livestreaming platform. "The NinjaTrader Arena Cup is a chance for traders to showcase their skills, build confidence, and experience the excitement of trading in a risk-free environment with significant cash prizes," said Martin Franchi, CEO of NinjaTrader Group. "With $400,000 in cash prizes at stake, competitors can use our educational, risk management, and advanced trading tools to put their trading strategies and skills to test, for free, in our innovative trade simulation environment" Launched in beta earlier this year, the NinjaTrader Arena is available to all traders and regularly features a variety of free simulated trading competitions with cash prizes. It gives traders the opportunity to stay connected to the markets from wherever they are and tackle situation-based trading scenarios while going head-to-head with their peers for a chance to win cash prizes. About NinjaTrader Group, LLC NinjaTrader Group is a global leader in retail futures and trading technology. Since 2003, NinjaTrader Brokerage has been empowering a community of nearly 2 million traders with cutting-edge technology, ultra-low commissions, and world-class support. Its modern, cloud-based platform, available on desktop, web, and mobile, gives traders the freedom to seize market opportunities anytime, anywhere. NinjaTrader Brokerage provides direct access to the futures markets, while NT Technologies delivers new tools, seamless NinjaTrader platform integration, and institutional-grade technology to support both individual prop traders and prop trading firms. Disclaimer: Futures trading involves substantial risk and may not be suitable for every investor. An investor could potentially lose all or more than the initial investment. Risk capital is money that can be lost without jeopardizing one's financial security or lifestyle. Only risk capital should be used for trading and only those with sufficient risk capital should consider trading.
NinjaTrader Prop rebrand aims to standardize platform experience across major prop firms. NinjaTrader just announced the launch of two new platforms under its NT Technologies entity: NinjaTrader Prop and Tradovate Prop. But if you're wondering what's actually new here, you're not alone. NinjaTrader Group announced the launch of NinjaTrader Prop and Tradovate Prop on October 1st, introducing what the company calls "new platform experiences built specifically for prop traders" under its NT Technologies entity. CHICAGO, October 1, 2025 - NinjaTrader Group, a global leader in retail futures and trading technology, announced the launch of NinjaTrader Prop and Tradovate Prop under their NT Technologies entity. With the launch of NinjaTrader Prop and Tradovate Prop, NT Technologies reinforces its commitment to developing purpose-built tools and technology for prop trading, continuing to lead innovation. The platforms will be available through major prop firms and offering traders what NinjaTrader describes as a complete toolkit for every stage of the prop trading journey. What they're promising. According to the press release, both platforms include: * Advanced risk controls with daily loss caps, profit targets, and volume limits * Seamless TradingView integration with custom indicator support * Order flow tools including TPO and footprint charts * Cross-platform access via mobile, web, and desktop * Market replay functionality for practice sessions * Built-in trade copier functionality "We have always been committed to making professional-grade trading technology more accessible," said Martin Franchi, CEO of NinjaTrader Group. "As prop trading continues to grow, NT Technologies meets prop traders and prop firms where they are, supporting both customers with purpose-built tools and reliable, institutional-grade technology." John O'Neil, General Manager of NT Technologies, emphasized the company's position in the market: "We've been at the forefront of prop trading for years, and this launch marks the next stage of our leadership." What's actually happening here. Dig into the actual implementation and a different picture emerges. This isn't a ground-up platform build - it's a strategic rebrand of existing technology. NinjaTrader did not start a prop firm, despite the name. They are offering existing platforms that have new tools geared toward prop traders. NinjaTrader is repackaging their web platform and Tradovate under new prop-focused branding. A look at prop.tradovate.com confirms this: the site functions as a directory of existing prop firms offering "Tradovate Prop" as a platform option, listing the same features Tradovate has offered for years. The features they're touting, TradingView integration, risk controls, order flow tools, aren't new. They're table stakes for modern futures platforms. What NinjaTrader is actually selling is standardization and institutional legitimacy at a moment when the prop trading space desperately needs both. The timing isn't coincidental. By creating prop-specific brands and securing adoption from major firms early, they're making a play to become the default infrastructure choice for US prop trading. This move also fits into a larger strategy by parent company Kraken, which acquired NinjaTrader for $1.5 billion in May 2024. Kraken also recently purchased Breakout, a crypto-focused prop firm. The pattern is clear: Kraken is building an integrated prop trading ecosystem, and these platform launches are about owning the infrastructure layer. Why prop firms are buying in. "Partnering with NT Technologies and offering NinjaTrader Prop and Tradovate Prop ensures our traders are equipped with cutting-edge technology from day one of their journey," said James Sixsmith, Founder and CEO of Take Profit Trader. Matthew Leech, CEO of MyFunded Futures, emphasized stability: "MyFunded Futures prides itself on the values of trust, transparency and stability. The launch of these prop-focused platforms from NT Technologies provides exactly that." Translation: They want reliable infrastructure that won't disappear or get shut down by a third-party vendor. NinjaTrader, backed by Kraken's $1.5 billion investment, offers that security. The bottom line. This isn't revolutionary new technology, it's a strategic business play disguised as a product launch. The real innovation here is the business model: consolidate fragmented prop firms under standardized infrastructure, create network effects as more firms adopt, and establish NinjaTrader as the pipes that prop trading flows through. For prop traders who need pro level tools like its Webhook Add-On, Account Manager, Trade Copier, and REST API for NinjaTrader's flagship NT8 platform, CrossTrade is still the clear choice. CrossTrade LLC. look forward to continuing to build tools that help prop traders succeed at firms offering NinjaTrader Prop.