Cost to code my strategy
Algorithmic Trading Developer Needed for Intraday MNQ / Nasdaq Futures Strategy Project Summary I am looking for an experienced algorithmic trading developer to help convert a detailed rules-based intraday trading strategy into an automated system. I need a cost estimate for this coding to include in my budget for the project. The strategy is derived from QQQ / NDX price behavior and is intended for execution on MNQ (Micro E-mini Nasdaq-100 futures). This is not a simple indicator crossover project. The strategy includes specific entry, exit, stop, and conditional trade management rules, and requires a developer who understands the difference between bar-close logic and intra-bar / real-time execution logic. Scope of Work I need a developer who can: Translate a detailed discretionary/rules-based strategy into code Build logic for both long and short trades Implement 3-minute chart-based signal structure Support price-triggered actions that may occur within a live 3-minute candle Incorporate Bollinger Band conditions Implement stop loss / risk control logic Help structure the strategy for realistic automation and execution Assist with backtesting and validation Technical Requirements The ideal developer should have strong experience with: Algorithmic trading systems Futures markets, especially MNQ / NQ / Nasdaq-related products Intraday automation Real-time execution logic Indicator and price-action rule implementation Handling the difference between: bar-close signals intrabar triggers execution conditions Preferred Platforms / Tech I am open to recommendations, but I am especially interested in developers familiar with one or more of the following: NinjaTrader TradeStation Tradovate TradingView + execution bridge Other professional algo trading environments What Iām Looking For I want someone who can do more than just code instructions mechanically. I need a developer who can: identify any parts of the strategy that need clarification for automation explain implementation tradeoffs clearly build something that can be tested and potentially deployed in a practical live environment To Apply, Please Include Please respond with: Your experience building automated trading strategies Which platform/language you recommend for this type of project Whether you have built intra-bar / tick-sensitive execution systems Your estimated cost and timeline Examples of related work, if available Budget I need a fixed-price or milestone-based proposals depending on experience and approach. I am looking for someone capable, precise, and realistic about what can be automated.