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 I’m 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.