Quantitative Strategy Developer (NinjaTrader / C# / Futures Trading)

Title: Quantitative Strategy Developer (NinjaTrader / C# / Futures Trading) We are looking for an experienced quantitative strategy developer to help research, develop, and validate algorithmic futures trading strategies for NinjaTrader 8. This is not a generic software development role. We are specifically looking for someone who understands systematic trading, backtesting, optimization, and strategy research. Projects are fixed-price and paid per completed strategy. Requirements * Strong C# experience * Experience developing NinjaTrader 8 strategies * Experience with systematic futures trading * Understanding of expectancy, profit factor, drawdown, and risk-adjusted returns * Ability to perform proper in-sample and out-of-sample testing * Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, etc. * Ability to deliver clean, documented NinjaScript source code Strategy Requirements Strategies will generally target: Markets: * MES (Micro E-mini S&P 500) * MCL (Micro Crude Oil) Backtest Window: * 2019 through present * Must remain profitable across the entire testing period Performance Requirements: * Minimum Profit/Drawdown Ratio: 10:1 * Maximum Drawdown: $2,000 * Minimum Trade Count: 500 trades * Intraday trading only * Must trade both long and short * Minimum average frequency: 0.5 to 1 trade per day * Smooth equity curve preferred * No excessive optimization or curve fitting Deliverables For each completed project: * Full NinjaTrader 8 strategy source code (.cs) * Any custom indicators used * Backtest report * Strategy explanation document * Optimization settings used * Walk-forward and out-of-sample validation results Preferred Qualifications * Experience building profitable futures trading systems * Experience with ES, NQ, CL, MES, MNQ, MCL * Statistical and quantitative background * Ability to identify robust market inefficiencies rather than relying on over-optimization How to Apply Please provide: 1. Your NinjaTrader experience 2. Examples of strategies you have developed 3. Backtest reports or performance summaries 4. Description of your research process 5. Markets you specialize in We are building a portfolio of systematic futures strategies and are looking for a long-term relationship with the right developer.