Senior Director, Software Engineering – Listings Technology (AI + Data Focus)

Nasdaq; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% match

Employee stock purchase program

Parental/family benefits

Job summary

Nasdaq in Atlanta is seeking a Senior Director of Software Engineering to lead modernization of mission-critical platforms powering IPO journeys and lifecycle management for public companies. You will report to the AVP and drive strategy, architecture, and hands-on execution with executive presence and deep engineering instincts.

You will collaborate across product, architecture, and operations to deliver scalable cloud-native solutions and modern data pipelines, while fostering a culture of

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in software engineering for mission-critical platforms.
• Deep AWS cloud architecture and infrastructure modernization experience (Terraform preferred).
• Design and deliver modern data platforms and large-scale data pipelines.
• Experience with enterprise-scale relational databases, including Oracle.
• Background in DevSecOps, platform engineering, observability, and reliability practices.
• Ability to influence across organizational boundaries and deliver outcomes in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead technology modernization strategy for Nasdaq's Listings platforms.
• Drive an enterprise data strategy and modern data pipelines.
• Champion AI-first engineering practices for automation and intelligence.
• Embed modern engineering practices across cloud, DevSecOps, observability, and reliability.
• Align technical direction with business outcomes with product and operations leaders.
• Lead as a hands-on change agent to inspire a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

AWS cloud

Data platforms

Oracle

DevSecOps

Observability

Influence cross-org

Tools

Terraform

Databricks

Job description

As a Senior Director of Software Engineering at Nasdaq, you will lead the modernization of the mission-critical platforms that power the IPO journey and the full lifecycle of public companies listed on Nasdaq. Reporting to the AVP of Software Engineering, you will serve as a transformation leader and player-coach - driving strategy, shaping architecture, and delivering meaningful change through technical credibility and hands-on execution.

You'll thrive in this role if you bring executive presence alongside deep engineering instincts, and if you're energized by the opportunity to reimagine how world-class financial market infrastructure is built, operated, and evolved.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the technology modernization strategy for Nasdaq's Listings platforms, transforming legacy systems into cloud-native, scalable, and resilient solutions that meet the demands of global capital markets.
• Establish and drive an enterprise data strategy, including modernization of data pipelines, data platforms, and large-scale data engineering capabilities that unlock new business value.
• Champion the adoption of AI-first engineering practices - including agent-assisted development, intelligent automation, and AI-enabled operational workflows - to elevate how the team builds and delivers software.
• Build and embed modern engineering practices across cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps, observability, and operational excellence, creating a culture of engineering discipline and continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with product, architecture, application modernization, and operations leaders to align technical direction with business outcomes and organizational priorities.
• Lead as a hands-on change agent - setting the standard through action, earning trust through technical credibility, and inspiring a high-performing team of engineers to deliver at scale.

Required Qualifications

• Leadership experience in software engineering, with a proven track record of modernizing complex enterprise platforms in regulated or mission-critical environments.
• Deep expertise in AWS cloud architecture and infrastructure modernization, including hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated success designing and delivering modern data platforms, large-scale data pipelines, and data engineering solutions at enterprise scale.
• Experience with enterprise-scale relational databases, including Oracle, and proven ability to drive database modernization initiatives.
• Strong background in DevSecOps, platform engineering, observability platforms, monitoring, logging, and operational reliability practices.
• Ability to influence across organizational boundaries, lead through ambiguity, and deliver measurable outcomes in complex, matrixed environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Databricks or comparable modern data and AI platforms.
• Background in capital markets, fintech, or similarly regulated technology environments.
• Demonstrated ability to build and scale engineering cultures that embrace innovation, calculated risk-taking, and continuous learning.

This position will be located in Atlanta, GA 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.

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.

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.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), 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.

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.