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.
This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and drive value through customer engagement, retention, and cross-sell and up-sell initiatives. Reporting to our Director of Lifecycle Marketing, the ideal candidate will collaborate with internal business partners across the organization to execute the company’s customer engagement strategy.
In this role you will:
- Be a thought leader in customer engagement, driving strategy and innovation across lifecycle marketing initiatives
- Act as a subject matter expert in advanced marketing automation tools (e.g., Marketing Cloud)
- Develop and execute a comprehensive customer experience roadmap for automated, multi-channel lifecycle campaigns, from ideation to launch to ongoing optimization
- Define and own goals, benchmarks, and KPIs for lifecycle marketing programs, ensuring alignment with company objectives
- Collaborate with Content and Creative teams to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and impactful engagement strategies
- Design and execute complex A/B testing and experimentation frameworks to continually optimize campaigns and improve key performance metrics such as conversion, retention, and lifetime value
- Lead efforts to generate and interpret weekly and monthly analytics reports, offering insights and actionable recommendations to stakeholders
- Drive strategy and execution for promotions and partner marketing initiatives to maximize customer engagement and value
- Own and refine operational processes to enhance team efficiency and campaign delivery
- Stay ahead of advancements in marketing automation technologies (e.g., Marketing Cloud) and ensure the company remains at the forefront of lifecycle marketing best practices
What you'll need:
- 6+ years of experience in lifecycle marketing, with a demonstrated track record of driving significant performance improvements and growth
- Advanced expertise in marketing automation platforms, with Marketing Cloud strongly preferred
- Proven experience designing and executing multi-channel, data-driven lifecycle marketing programs at scale
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies and recommendations
- Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while collaborating across various teams and stakeholders
- Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- BS/BA degree preferred
Bonus points for:
- Experience in financial services
Compensation:
The salary range for this role will be $70,000.000 - $100,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 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.
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
More than 1.8 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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