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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:
The Manager, Market & Industry Solutions is NT Technologies' go-to resource on futures proprietary trading operations and a trusted expert for prop firm partners. This role supports NT Tech's product and partner strategies by bringing market knowledge and customer perspective into internal decision-making and external engagements. Working in close alignment with Business Development to drive retention, business growth, and inform strategy.
In this role you will:
- Maintain deep expertise on futures prop firm operations, business models, and market trends
- Gather and synthesize market intelligence and competitive insights to inform NT Tech strategy, product roadmap, and partner solutions
- Represent NT Tech as a knowledgeable resource in partner and market-facing engagements
- Advocate for partner and customer needs across NT Tech teams
- Translate market feedback into actionable recommendations for product, service, and partner strategy
- Monitor emerging opportunities and risks within the prop trading segment
- Serve as prop trading subject matter resource for Product Development, Marketing, Customer Support, and Brokerage
- Provide input on product features, positioning, workflows, and operational requirements specific to prop firms
- Support training and enablement to help internal teams understand partner needs and market dynamics
- Serve as a futures prop resource for prop firm partners across the lifecycle, including initial planning and market assessment, solution design and business model alignment, staffing and operational structure, launch planning and execution, and ongoing operational optimization
- Collaborate with Business Development to help shape solutions that drive partner success and NT Tech growth
- Support the definition and evolution of NT Technologies' market positioning and growth strategy
- Contribute to ecosystem diversification efforts to expand the partner base and reduce concentration risk
- Identify opportunities to strengthen product differentiation in the futures prop trading market
- Lead and develop a team of market and industry solutions specialists, including hiring, onboarding, and performance management
- Set team priorities and workload distribution across concurrent partner and internal engagements
- Provide ongoing coaching and career development to direct reports
- Represent the team in cross-functional planning cycles and leadership reviews
- Own team KPIs and report progress to BD and executive leadership
What you'll need:
- 5–8 years in futures trading, proprietary trading firms, or related fintech environments
- Solid understanding of prop firm business models, evaluation structures, and risk frameworks
- Experience working cross-functionally with Product, Sales, Marketing, and Support teams
- Familiarity with B2B or B2B2C partner ecosystems
- Strong subject matter credibility and ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders
- Analytical mindset with practical operational insight
- Clear, concise communicator with strong presentation skills
- Ability to translate complex concepts into actionable guidance
- Self-directed and comfortable operating in a fast-growth environment
- 2+ years of direct people management experience, including hiring, developing, and managing performance of direct reports
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
- Experience setting team goals, managing priorities, and communicating upward to senior stakeholders
Bonus points for:
- Direct experience working within or advising a futures prop trading firm
- Experience supporting product or platform development in trading environments
- Experience contributing to industry-focused initiatives or go-to-market efforts
Compensation:
The salary range for this role will be $130,000.00 - $180,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 15%. 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. We are not open to remote candidates for this role
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:
- 20 additional flex remote days annually
- 5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays
Our Core Benefits Include:
- Generous PTO
- 7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
- 1 Service Day Annually
- 401k with 3.5% Company Match
- Paid Parental Bonding Leave
- Health, Vision, Dental Coverage
- Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader
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.
Skills Required
- 5-8 years in futures trading, proprietary trading firms, or related fintech environments
- Solid understanding of prop firm business models, evaluation structures, and risk frameworks
- Experience working cross-functionally with Product, Sales, Marketing, and Support teams
- Familiarity with B2B or B2B2C partner ecosystems
- Strong subject matter credibility and ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders
- Analytical mindset with practical operational insight
- Clear, concise communicator with strong presentation skills
- Ability to translate complex concepts into actionable guidance
- Self-directed and comfortable operating in a fast-growth environment
- 2+ years of direct people management experience, including hiring, developing, and managing performance of direct reports
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
- Experience setting team goals, managing priorities, and communicating upward to senior stakeholders
- Based in Chicago, IL and able to work in-office (not open to remote candidates)
- Direct experience working within or advising a futures prop trading firm
- Experience supporting product or platform development in trading environments
- Experience contributing to industry-focused initiatives or go-to-market efforts
What the Team is Saying
NinjaTrader Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, with company-paid life and disability plus wellness resources such as an EAP. Additional well-being perks like fitness options and office snacks are also highlighted.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match, referenced consistently across employer materials and job postings. This provides accessible long-term savings support as part of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as generous, with PTO and paid holidays clearly outlined. Some postings also reference paid parental bonding leave and service days, indicating structured and broadened leave options.
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What We Do
More than 2 million futures traders trust NinjaTrader's award-winning software and brokerage services to help them trade smarter. Since 2003, we've been building better futures for all traders by making futures trading more accessible, scalable, and user-friendly. As a bold, innovative thought leader in the trading space, we build products and services that empower active futures traders to easily analyze and react to data from the world's leading financial markets. Veteran and new futures traders alike look to us for our always-on support, daily free education and analysis, access to developer apps, and much more. We believe in the power of innovation to drive futures trading forward. Together, we continue to redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and provide the best tools, support, and experiences to the fast-growing retail futures trading community. Located in Chicago, our entrepreneurial, employee-centric culture is inspiring, innovative, and inviting. We're committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity, so our team members feel at ease to be themselves and empowered to deliver the work they do best.
Why Work With Us
Our team members are our #1 asset and the signature ingredient to our success. When you join NinjaTrader, you become part of an innovative, forward-looking community that encourages creativity, collaboration and camaraderie to deliver the best futures trading experience possible to our more than 1.8 million users. See why better futures start here.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Chicago-based employees follow a hybrid schedule: In-office Tuesday – Thursday, remote on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer: 20 flex remote days annually 6 company-wide office-optional weeks
