Senior Software Engineer

As a Senior Software Engineer reporting to the Sr. Director of Software Development, you'll play a critical role in building the next generation of market data streaming products that empower clients around the world to meet their data and trading needs. You'll thrive in this position if you're a curious, independent thinker who is energized by complex technical challenges, collaborative by nature, and passionate about delivering high-quality software solutions at scale in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and deliver scalable software solutions that power real-time data platforms for global markets. Build and optimize APIs and data processing pipelines for high-volume, distributed, and multi-tenant systems. Collaborate closely with engineering teams across Bangalore, Toronto, and other global locations to align on architecture and delivery. Contribute to platform strategy by defining technical specifications and participating in early-stage product and platform decisions. Stay ahead of technology trends and bring innovative thinking to the design and evolution of data streaming products. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 10+ years of professional software engineering experience with a strong focus on Core Java. Proven experience with cloud-native architectures, containerized applications, and distributed systems. Demonstrated ability to build and deploy production-grade systems using microservices and container orchestration platforms. Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Preferred Qualifications Hands-on experience with stream processing and event-driven technologies such as Apache Kafka or similar platforms. Familiarity with parallel computing or stream processing frameworks. Experience working in high-volume, low-latency, and highly available system environments. This position will be located in Toronto, Canada, 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. The base pay range for this role is $121,000 - $170,000. 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. 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. Join our Talent Community to stay in the loop on upcoming roles, events, and new opportunities across Nasdaq. Our hybrid work model, NasdaqBlend, gives you flexibility to do your best work—whether that’s from home, in the office, or a mix of both. Check the job listing or reach out to our team for role-specific details. 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. Want a deeper look into our culture? Explore our Culture Book. 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. Join the Team Advancing Economic Progress for All.