Sr. Specialist - Software Engineering

nasdaq· NCND NASDAQ Canada, Inc
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📍 CA-Toronto-York St 24/25Full time💰 USD 104K–148K
Full timeNCND NASDAQ Canada, Inc

About this role

 

We’re looking for a Software Developer Senior Specialist to join our team. In this role, you’ll act as a key technical contributor helping us design, build, and scale the platforms providing Clearing Services for some of the largest clearing houses of the world. 

You’ll fit right in if you enjoy diving into complex technical challenges, collaborating across teams, and delivering solutions that are both scalable and impactful. This role blends hands-on development with technical leadership, giving you the opportunity to influence architecture, guide best practices, and help drive engineering excellence across the team. 

We’re looking for a software developer who enjoys getting up to speed quickly in large, existing codebases. You’ll join a team working with a client system nearing production and play a key role in stabilizing, refining, and preparing it for a successful launch. 

 

What You'll Do 

  • Act as a subject matter expert in software development, helping guide technical decisions and establish best practices 

  • Design, build, and deliver scalable, resilient applications using modern backend and frontend technologies 

  • Contribute to architecture discussions and help shape systems that are secure, performant, and future-ready 

  • Champion quality through clean code, testing, and continuous integration and delivery practices 

  • Support and mentor teammates, contributing to a strong and collaborative engineering culture 

What You'll Bring 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent. 

  • 5 to 10 years of software development experience with strong backend expertise in Java 

  • Experience with modern frontend technologies such as JavaScript and React 

  • Experience building and deploying applications in cloud environments (AWS preferred) 

  • Familiarity with building distributed systems and working with APIs or microservices 

  • Strong communication skills and experience working in cross-functional, globally distributed teams 

Nice to Have 

  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes (K8s) 

  • Exposure to or experience building AI-powered features or data-driven applications 

  • Familiarity with event-driven architectures or streaming technologies 

  • Experience in fintech, capital markets, or other regulated industries 

This posting is for an existing vacancy within Nasdaq

 

This position will be located in Toronto 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 $104,000 - $148,000. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Sr. Specialist - Software Engineering role at nasdaq?
The listed salary for this Sr. Specialist - Software Engineering position at nasdaq is USD 104K–148K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Sr. Specialist - Software Engineering position at nasdaq located?
This Sr. Specialist - Software Engineering role at nasdaq is based in CA-Toronto-York St 24/25. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Sr. Specialist - Software Engineering role at nasdaq full-time or part-time?
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This Sr. Specialist - Software Engineering position at nasdaq was posted on Aug 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Sr. Specialist - Software Engineering
nasdaq · 💰 USD 104K–148K
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