Senior Application Engineer - NMS

Nasdaq, Inc.; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 169,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Annual equity grant

Health insurance

Pension plan

26 vacation days

6 flex days per year

Hybrid work setup

In-office amenities

Job summary

Nasdaq, Inc. in Poland is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and evolve software powering Nasdaq’s global platforms. You will work across architecture, development, and delivery to create scalable, high-quality systems that deliver real business impact.

You will mentor teammates, collaborate across geographies, and stay current with technology trends while contributing to robust, production-grade solutions in a hybrid workplace with 3 days in the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of software engineering experience including design, development, testing, and implementation of complex solutions.
• Proficiency in C++ for high-performance, production-grade software.
• Strong understanding of systems architecture, application infrastructure, and SDLC.
• Clear communicator with experience in cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement software solutions across applications, systems architecture, and infrastructure.
• Analyse requirements and translate them into robust, well-tested code.
• Evaluate emerging technology and market trends to inform technology decisions.
• Collaborate across functions and geographies to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Mentor and challenge team members to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

C++

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Systems architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

As a Senior Software Engineer reporting to Head of Engineering, you'll play a critical role in designing, building, and evolving software solutions that power Nasdaq's global technology platforms. Based in Poland, you'll work across architecture, development, and delivery to create scalable, high-quality systems that drive real business impact. You'll thrive in this position if you're a collaborative problem-solver with a strategic mindset, a passion for technology, and the ability to mentor others in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement software solutions across new and existing applications, systems architecture, and infrastructure to meet complex business needs.
• Analyse and review system requirements and business processes, translating them into robust, well-tested, and maintainable code.
• Evaluate emerging technology and market trends to identify opportunities, inform technology decisions, and maintain competitive advantage for clients.
• Collaborate across functions and geographies to deliver end-to-end solutions spanning architecture, database design, software development, and testing.
• Mentor and challenge team members to drive continuous improvement, efficiency, and adoption of industry best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, including design, development, testing, and implementation of complex solutions.
• Proficiency in C++ with demonstrated experience developing and maintaining high-performance, production-grade software.
• Strong understanding of systems architecture, application infrastructure, and software development lifecycle.
• Clear communicator with experience working in collaborative, cross-functional environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or specialization in financial markets, finance, mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional certifications across specialist technology disciplines.
• Experience working with global teams or contributing to enterprise-scale systems in regulated industries.

This position will be located in Poland and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment, at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change.

Come as You Are Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.

Benefits & Rewards

We offer a competitive, well-rounded rewards package that supports you and your family - inside and outside work. The annual gross base pay for this role is zł169,000 - zł330,000. At Nasdaq, we use a structured job and career framework to make sure growth opportunities are clear and fair. The pay range you see reflects the full salary band for this job level, including room for progression over time. The actual offer will depend on factors like your skills, experience, qualifications, and location, and will fall within a portion of the posted range that’s appropriate for this role.

In addition to base pay, we offer short-term incentives (bonus or commission) and long-term incentives (equity), where applicable, as well as the following benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus
• Annual equity grant
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering discounted company shares
• Pension plan
• PPK
• 26 vacation days
• 6 additional flex days per year
• Work from (almost) anywhere – up to 20 days/year
• Paid time off for volunteer work - up to 2 days/year
• Comprehensive Health Insurance program
• Group Life Assurance
• 24/7 mental health support for you and your family
• Global mentoring program
• Unlimited access to e-learning platforms
• Hybrid work setup
• Modern and comfortable office work environment with fresh fruit, snacks, and weekly fika breaks

At Nasdaq, we’re proud to be the engine behind the world’s capital markets. But we don’t stop there. We build the technology that drives transparency, trust, and access—helping economies grow and people thrive. Our purpose is to advance economic progress for all. Whether you’re a client, a colleague, or part of our broader community, we’re here to move markets—and possibilities—forward.

We support your success through You&Q, our total rewards program that covers every dimension of life—from building wealth and growing your career to prioritizing well-being and family care.

We’re a global team of over 8,500 innovators across 38 countries, united by a shared purpose: advancing economic progress for all. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it, together.