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Paid Project Opportunities – Prop Trading Platform Competitive Intelligence

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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.  

Location: Remote
Type: Contract (Project-Based)
Compensation: Begins at $500 per project, with opportunities for ongoing research work

Why Participate?

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of futures trading — and get paid for it.

About the Opportunity

NinjaTrader Technologies is looking for a select group of power users and industry influencers to collaborate with us on paid insight projects.

If you’re passionate about prop trading, fluent in the world of trading platforms, and plugged into the futures retail trading community — we’d love to hear from you.

Projects May Include:

  • Competitive intelligence on trading platforms
  • Deep dives into social media and community sentiment
  • Insights into trader needs and feature preferences
  • Monitoring trends in the derivatives trading space

What We’re Looking For:

  • Active traders on NinjaTrader and/or Tradovate
  • Experience across multiple trading platforms
  • Strong opinions on features, functionality, and user experience
  • Connection to the broader trading community (forums, social, influencers, etc.)

Apply now and we’ll be in touch if there’s a fit.

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.

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