Director of Product, Trader Engagement

🇺🇸 Chicago, IL
$2K - $2K Annual
Posted 1 week ago
Expires June 23, 2026
Full TimeHybridProductOperations

The Director of Product, Trader Engagement at NinjaTrader will lead the product vision and strategy for the Trader Engagement vertical, focusing on enhancing user engagement and retention. This role aims to provide product experiences that empower traders of all levels to build confidence and achieve their personal trading goals. By increasing user engagement, the Director will convert demo users into funded traders and cultivate a community of active, confident users.

Key responsibilities include driving the overall product strategy in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with company objectives, and integrating AI-powered experiences throughout the trader journey. The Director will set organizational goals for engagement, conversion, and retention, translating them into a coherent, quarterly roadmap. Leading and developing a team of Product Managers, the role emphasizes establishing a high-performance culture grounded in product excellence and customer empathy. Additionally, the Director will design and implement experiments to test growth and engagement hypotheses, establishing clear metrics and feedback loops to scale successful initiatives.

Candidates should have over 8 years of product management experience, including at least 3 years leading product teams. A proven track record in growing engagement, conversion, or retention product lines at scale is essential. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience using data to guide product decisions, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. An entrepreneurial mindset and a team-first mentality, with the ability to mentor peers and influence without authority, are also important.

The position offers a salary range of $180,000 to $230,000, with an annual target bonus of 15%. Benefits include a 401(k) plan with a 3.5% company match, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage. Life and disability insurance are fully covered by NinjaTrader.

NinjaTrader fosters a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition. The company is committed to innovation, providing employees with opportunities to push boundaries and modernize the futures industry. Joining NinjaTrader means becoming part of a movement dedicated to empowering traders and redefining what's possible in trading.

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