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At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provideĀ the financialĀ 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.āÆĀ
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WeāreĀ building meaningful ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trustĀ weāveĀ earned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursueĀ themĀ and bring on a challenge. As champions of internal mobility and access to opportunity, we encourage our people to āgo for itā and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. We strive toĀ provideĀ employees a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities. āÆĀ
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Location OverviewĀ
Cboe HQĀ isĀ located inĀ the historic Old Post Office district, itās a landmark that blends classic architecture with modern amenities. The building features expansive spaces with high ceilings and large windows, offering an abundance of natural light and panoramic views of the city skyline and the Chicago River.Ā
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With its prime location in the heart of downtown, the OPO Building provides easy access to major transportation hubs, including Union Station and multiple CTA lines, making it convenient for commuters. The building is home to a variety of amenities, including restaurants,Ā aĀ fitness center, and collaborative workspaces, creating a vibrant and dynamic work environment in one of Chicago's most iconic areas.Ā
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Role OverviewĀ
Cboe Data Vantage is seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer to lead the re-architecture and modernization of our real-time Portfolio Risk Analytics system. This is a critical role for an experienced engineer with a strong background in C#/.NET back-end development and expertise in the equity and index options industry. The system processes real-time market data, reference data, and positions updates to generate risk metrics and projected scenarios, powering critical decision-making tools.
As a Principal Engineer, you will play a key role in rearchitecting the existing system to make it more scalable, supportable, and performant, while also supporting and optimizing the current system during the transition. You will focus on building robust back-end systems that power modern web-based applications (though you will not be required to write web code directly). This role also involves technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Ā· Lead the re-architecture and modernization of a real-time Portfolio Risk Analytics system to improve scalability, maintainability, and performance.
Ā· Design and implement high-performance real-time back-end systems in C#.
Ā· Optimize and support the existing system while the new system is being developed, including performance tuning and troubleshooting.
Ā· Independently research and resolve complex technical problems.
Ā· Collaborate with front-end teams to ensure back-end systems effectively power web-based applications.
Ā· Develop containerized applications and deploy them in Kubernetes environments for scalability and reliability.
Ā· Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the engineering team, fostering best practices in software design, development, and testing.
Ā· Ensure the system meets enterprise-grade standards for reliability, security, and operational support.
Ā· Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Ā· Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications:
Ā· 10+ years of experience in C#/.NET server-side development, with a focus on real-time, stateful applications.
Ā· Strong experience in the equity and index options industry or other relevant derivatives market.
Ā· Proven expertise in rearchitecting complex systems to improve scalability, performance, and maintainability.
Ā· Experience with real-time data processing and cross-process/network communications.
Ā· Strong skills in performance tuning, troubleshooting, and operational support of enterprise systems.
Ā· Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and mentor team members.
Ā· Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Ā· Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ā· Familiarity with financial risk analytics and portfolio management systems.
Ā· Hands-on experience developing containerized applications and hosting them in Kubernetes or similar orchestrated environments.
Ā· Experience with telemetry and operational support tooling for monitoring and debugging real-time systems.
Ā· Familiarity with Windows desktop applications and transitioning systems to power web-based applications
Benefits and PerksĀ
We value the total wellbeing of our people ā 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 we offer:Ā
Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievementĀ
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sickdays and annual community servicedaysĀ
Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health servicesĀ
2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% matchimmediately upon hireĀ
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase PlanĀ Ā
Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportationĀ
Employee referral bonus programĀ Ā
Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communitiesĀ
Some of our associatesā favorite benefits and perks include:Ā
Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe officeĀ
Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunitiesĀ
Generous charitable giving company matchĀ
Paid parental leave and fertility benefitsĀ Ā
On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centersĀ
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More About CboeĀ
Weāre reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people.Ā Our journey is an inclusiveone. Weāre investing deeply in leadership programs and career developmentinitiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. We celebrate thediversityinourcommunities,insideandout, and welcome new perspectives withequity,inclusionandbelonging.Ā
Weworkwithpurpose,solvingproblemswithingenuity,collaboration,andalotĀ of passion. Weāre an engaged and excited team connecting markets acrossborders andembracinggrowthinallitsformstoachieveincredible outcomes.Ā
Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn.Ā
Equal Employment OpportunityĀ
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our associates' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran statusĀ
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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 now or in the future.
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Our pay ranges are determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, role, experience, level, and location. The national new hire base pay range for this job in the United States is $165,750-$204,750. This range represents the minimum and maximum base pay the company expects to offer for new hires working in the position full time. If you live in one of the following areas or if you work in a Cboe office in the following areas, the range may be higher according to the geographic differentials listed below:
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US Geographic Differentials:
110%: Austin TX, Chicago IL, Denver CO, San Diego CAĀ
115%: Los Angeles CA, Seattle WAĀ
120%: Boston MA, Washington DCĀ
125%: New York City NYĀ
130%: San Francisco CAĀ
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Within the range, individual pay is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, our total rewards program includes an annual variable pay program and benefits including healthcare (medical, dental and vision), 401 (k) with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, market-leading tuition assistance, and much more!Ā Your recruiter will provide more details about the total compensation package, including variable pay and benefits, during the hiring process. For further information on our total rewards program, visit TOTAL REWARDS @CBOE.Ā
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Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes.
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