Nasdaq
Software Engineer, Sr Specialist
CA-Toronto-York St 24/25 · Senior
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About the role
- This position can be located in Toronto, and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment (at least 3 days a week in office, subject to change), providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain real-time trading systems that support mission-critical business operations.
- Code, test, debug, and implement software across the full development lifecycle.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure applications meet rigorous performance and security standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
- 6+ years of professional software development experience.
- Strong proficiency in Java programming and object-oriented design principles.
Nice to have
- Advanced degree or specialization in financial markets, finance, or mathematics.
- Experience with high-performance, low-latency, mission-critical systems.
- Familiarity with AWS, cloud platforms, or AI/ML technologies.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future
- Nasdaq will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
- Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer.
- We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.
- We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.
Compensation
- The base pay range for this role is $104,000 - $148,000.
Benefits
- In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth.
- Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.
Company info
- We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.
- What We Offer We're proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq's overall success.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; Nasdaq will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available fo
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