Software Engineer Specialist

Nasdaq, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Program with

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Nasdaq, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer Specialist in New York to own development and reliability of a high-performance client-server web platform powering real-time financial activity and exchange operations.

You will influence architecture, drive secure delivery, and collaborate across teams to support Nasdaq’s capital markets infrastructure. The role emphasizes scalable backend services, APIs, and web applications using Java, SQL, and React in a Linux environment, with a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience building enterprise-scale applications with Java, SQL, and modern software engineering practices.
• Experience building web-based applications using React within Linux-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services, APIs, and web applications using Java and modern web technologies.
• Lead architectural decisions and code reviews to ensure secure, high-quality, and high-performance software delivery.
• Build and optimize client-server applications that support real-time market data processing, transaction workflows, and exchange operations.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure reliable integration, deployment, and support across Linux environments.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions to improve system reliability and performance.
• Maintain technical documentation and ensure adherence to industry standards, security best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Java

SQL

Backend development

React

APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Linux

CI/CD

REST APIs

Job description

The Role As a Software Engineer Specialist reporting to the Director - Software Engineering, you'll play a critical role in building and maintaining the technology platforms that power Nasdaq's market operations. You'll own the development and reliability of a complex, high-performance client-server web platform that supports real-time financial activity and exchange operations at scale. You'll thrive in this position if you're technically sharp, solutions-oriented, and energized by working in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where your work directly supports the integrity of global markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services, APIs, and web applications using Java and modern web technologies.
• Lead architectural decisions and code reviews to ensure secure, high-quality, and high-performance software delivery.
• Build and optimize client-server applications that support real-time market data processing, transaction workflows, and exchange operations.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure reliable integration, deployment, and support across Linux-based environments.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions to improve system reliability, scalability, and performance.
• Maintain technical documentation and ensure adherence to industry standards, security best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience developing enterprise-scale applications using Java, SQL, and modern software engineering principles.
• Experience building and supporting web-based applications using React (or similar frameworks) within Linux-based environments.
• Strong understanding of client-server architectures, API development, system integration, multi-threaded programming, and performance optimization.
• Proven ability to build, deploy, and support secure, scalable, and high-performing systems while collaborating across cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in capital markets, trading systems, fintech, or other regulated financial environments.
• Familiarity with real-time data processing, event-driven architectures, low-latency systems, and market connectivity protocols such as FIX.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines, and system monitoring or observability tools.
• Knowledge of secure software development practices, regulatory compliance requirements, and production support in mission-critical environments.

This position will be located in New York 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.

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)

This posting is for an existing vacancy within Nasdaq.

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.

The base pay range for this role is $86,000 - $146,000. 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Health spending account with employer contribution
• Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
• Gym membership discounts
• Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions)
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefits
• Paid bereavement leave
• Company gift matching program
• Employee resource groups
• Paid volunteer days
• Education Assistance Program
• Robust job skills training
• Professional development opportunities

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

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