Senior Software Engineer; Java​/Linux

Role Overview

Cboe's Index Platform team is looking for a software engineer who strives to build highly scalable, performant and robust systems. The mission of our technology team is to disrupt the status quo with a relentless focus on product innovation that transforms new ideas into tradable realities. We are looking for an experienced software engineer who likes to solve tough problems and has a desire to explore and leverage new technologies.

Collaborating with other talented developers, you will work on a modern technology stack to engineer real‑time index calculation and market data systems that serve global markets. You will be responsible for expanding our global index brand by adding functionality and operational solutions.

• Design, implement, and extend index calculation and reference data software functionality.
• Write high‑quality, testable code with performance in mind.
• Maintain highly available systems.
• Design modern applications that are scalable and maintainable.
• Distill complex requirements into manageable features/tasks.
• Implement automated unit and integration tests.
• Help with production operations and ensure features are correctly implemented in certification and production environments.
• Efficiently gather and store information into databases for audit and statistics.
• Participate in business requirements gatherings, system design, and software architecture.
• Participate in peer code reviews.
• Plan team sprints and participate in periodic team meetings.
• Help refine existing practices and technology to improve our process.
• Collaborate across all business lines to provide accurate and efficient time to market.
• Analyze and recommend technologies and tools to improve efficiency and quality of the development process.

• Strong Java/Spring/Kafka development experience.
• Strong SQL and relational database knowledge.
• Strong understanding of ETL techniques and data pipeline architecture.
• Working Linux and Windows knowledge.
• Ability to implement features with necessary performance and/or scaling characteristics.
• Competent with version control tools.
• Experience in full project lifecycle development and the use of JIRA and other collaboration tools.

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer in financial markets or similar.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to understand, code and decode index calculations (a plus).
• Working domain knowledge of financial securities and derivatives products.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a dynamic environment, quickly pick up new skills and adapt to changing business needs.
• Team player with strong communication, collaboration, active listening, and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑directed, self‑motivated.

• Competitive salary and incentive compensation packages.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days.
• Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services.
• 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire.
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Volunteer opportunities.
• Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee.
• Paid tuition assistance and education opportunities.
• Generous charitable giving company match.
• Paid parental leave and fertility benefits.
• On‑site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.