Hiring: Lead Software Engineer Company: Nasdaq Location: Philadelphia, PA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 12:26:26 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Accessibility, CPT, Derivatives, Java About the job Experience: •10+ years of professional software development experience. Required Skills: •Design, develop, and maintain real-time trading systems that support mission-critical business operations. •Review system requirements and translate them into scalable, reliable software solutions. •Code, test, debug, and implement software across the full development lifecycle. •Mentor team members in their work relative to designing, coding, testing and/or customizing software solutions to meet requirements. •Champion continuous improvement in system performance and efficiency. •Partner cross-functionally with cross-functional teams to ensure applications meet rigorous performance and security standards. •Exercise innovative thinking, design and delivery of competitive software solutions. •Stay up to date on technology trends and the competitive landscape, incorporating insights into solution design. Qualifications: •A Masters’ Degree or double degree qualified in a discipline related to Computer Science and our industry; or equivalent work experience. •8-10+ years of professional software development experience. •Strong proficiency in Java programming and object-oriented design principles. •Proven ability to work independently, solve complex problems, and deliver high-quality code. •Clear communication skills with experience working in collaborative, fast-paced environments. •Operational familiarity with AWS, cloud platforms, or AI/ML technologies. •This position will be located in Philadelphia 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. •This posting is for an existing vacancy within Nasdaq. •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) Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!