Associate Software Engineer, Web

Building trusted markets — powered by our people   

At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provide the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe delivers cutting-edge trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world.   

We’re building meaningful ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trust we’ve earned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursue them and bring on a challenge. As champions of internal mobility and access to opportunity, we encourage our people to “go for it” and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. We strive to provide employees a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities.    

Role Overview 

Web software engineers at Cboe are tasked with designing and implementing applications, developing user interfaces and components that are critical to maintaining operational and customer readiness. This requires careful attention to detail, knowledge of algorithms and data structures, and ability to design testable and scalable systems. Cboe web services are running 24x7, and web engineers are responsible for ensuring uptime and resilience for applications that support all Cboe markets.  

We use industry-leading technologies like Python, Django, React, Next.js and Tailwind CSS to build websites that handle millions of requests per day, providing high-quality market data and real-time access to Cboe exchanges for our customers and the investing public. We operate at the tip of the spear, maintaining the primary interface for command and control of Cboe markets worldwide. We are aggressive, yet agile. We care about user experience. We care about code quality. We care about testing. We care about automation. We’re looking for like-minded individuals to join us. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Design, implement, test, extend, and maintain functionality for our web applications and systems. Good Python, JavaScript (React, NextJS), HTML/CSS, and Linux knowledge. Basic understanding of UX and the Cboe Design Systems (Chroma and Contour). Basic understanding of SQL and familiarity with relational databases. 

Implement automated unit tests and test changes to systems and platform functionality prior to deployment. 

Contribute to remediation efforts for incidents arising from own changes. 

Provide input into team sprint planning and participate in periodic team meetings. 

Participate in peer code reviews. Capable of giving and receiving constructive feedback. 

Participate in requirements gathering and analysis. Contribute to documentation, technical specifications, and requirements for our data and applications. 

Demonstrate interest in system and business knowledge and take steps to improve understanding of Cboe's markets and technology. Assertive and detail oriented, with excellent communication skills. 

Prioritize and manage time effectively across projects in a deadline-driven environment. 

Demonstrate excellent communication skills. Regular communication with technical colleagues and be a positive representation of software engineering internally and externally. 

Performs other related duties as required or requested. 

Cboe operates a flexible and hybrid work environment, with our teams working regularly from our offices in Kansas City and Chicago. 

Job Requirements 

• BS in Computer Science or demonstrable equivalent knowledge 

• 0-2 years of experience developing websites or web applications; internship, academic, or personal project experience is welcomed 

• Exposure to MVC web frameworks (Django preferred) through coursework or projects 

• Familiarity with JavaScript 

• Familiarity with Python, or experience in another language with a strong desire to learn Python 

• Familiarity with modern web standards, including HTML5 and CSS3 

• Familiarity with Linux or UNIX-like systems 

• Experience with Apache, PostgreSQL, or ReactJS is a plus 

• Experience with Python unit testing and full-stack web testing is a plus 

Benefits and Perks   

We value the total wellbeing of our people – including health, financial, personal, and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are given at any organization. Still, you should know what we offer:  

• Medical Coverage  

• Prescription Drug Coverage  

• Additional Medical Benefit  

• Dental Coverage  

• Vision Coverage  

• 401K or Pension Company Match  

• Spending Accounts  

• Life and AD&D Insurance  

• Retirement Savings Plan  

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)  

• Voluntary & Additional Benefits  

• Paid Time Off  

More About Cboe Global Markets  

We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people.  Our journey is an inclusive one. We’re investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed.    

We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We’re an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.   

Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn.  

Equal Employment Opportunity  

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer 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. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.    

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