Python Software Engineer

Cboe Exchange; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance with dental

Private GP access

Life insurance

Long-term illness insurance

Pension contributions up to 7%

ClassPass Corporate Membership

25 days holiday (rising to 30)

Employee stock purchase plan (discount

Referral bonuses

Tuition assistance

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Cboe Europe is seeking a Python Software Engineer to design and build reliable, testable Python systems supporting trading operations in London. The role collaborates with business, BD and sales teams to deliver new features and products in a fast-paced exchange environment.

You will work with Django, FastAPI and modern data tools; expect complex queries, robust testing regimes, and involvement in R&D projects across Europe and the US.

Qualifications

• Solid Python knowledge.
• A commitment to writing testable, maintainable code.
• Knowledge of SQL and the ability to compose complex queries.
• Basic Linux knowledge.
• Solid knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
• Highly preferred: Testing methodologies (TDD/BDD).
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL and Snowflake.
• Familiarity with web frameworks such as Django, Flask or FastAPI.
• Familiarity with event streaming platforms such as Apache Kafka.
• Familiarity with data pipeline platforms such as Apache Airflow.
• Familiarity with Java is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with our business development and sales teams to develop innovative new products and features for our exchanges.
• Design and build highly reliable, highly testable Python systems to support our trading operations.
• Contribute to complex projects including analyzing requirements and implementing new features.
• Collaborate closely with other developers in Europe and the United States.
• Participate in various R&D projects to identify and implement promising new technologies.
• Debug complicated engineering and operational problems.
• Provide operational support for our trading systems by participating in a production support rota, responding to incidents in line with our Incident Management and Response processes, and contributing to post-mortem analyses and follow-up actions.

Skills

Python

SQL

Linux

Algorithms & DS

TDD/BDD

PostgreSQL

Snowflake

Django/Flask/FastAPI

Kafka

Airflow

Java

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Django

Flask

FastAPI

Airflow

Kafka

PostgreSQL

Snowflake

Job description

Salary: £33,000 - 56,000 per year

Requirements

• Solid Python knowledge
• A commitment to writing testable, maintainable code
• Knowledge of SQL and an ability to compose complex queries
• Basic Linux knowledge
• Solid knowledge of algorithms and data structures
• Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
• Highly preferred: Experience with TDD, BDD or other testing methodologies
• Preferred: Familiarity with PostgreSQL and Snowflake
• Preferred: Familiarity with web frameworks such as Django, Flask or FastAPI
• Preferred: Familiarity with event streaming platforms such as Apache Kafka
• Preferred: Familiarity with data pipeline platforms such as Apache Airflow
• Preferred: Familiarity with Java

Responsibilities

• Work closely with our business development and sales teams to develop innovative new products and features for our exchanges
• Design and build highly reliable, highly testable Python systems to support our trading operations
• Contribute to complex projects including analyzing requirements and implementing new features
• Collaborate closely with other developers in Europe and the United States
• Participate in various R&D projects to identify and implement promising new technologies
• Debug complicated engineering and operational problems
• Provide operational support for our trading systems by participating in a production support rota, responding to incidents in line with our Incident Management and Response processes, and contributing to post-mortem analyses and follow-up actions

Technologies

• Airflow
• Django
• FastAPI
• Flask
• Incident Management
• Support
• Kafka
• Linux
• PostgreSQL
• Python
• SQL
• Snowflake
• TDD
• Web
• Java
• Network

More

At Cboe Europe, we build trusted markets and provide the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy. We are a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, delivering trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world. We are a small, talented and collaborative team focused on testable, maintainable code, pair programming and software craftsmanship. This Python Software Engineer role is based in London, UK and supports our data pipeline, event streaming functionality, trade reporting facility and other platforms. We offer fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation, comprehensive private medical insurance with dental cover, private GP access, life and long-term illness insurance, employee assistance support, enhanced paid parental and adoption leave, pension contributions up to 7% of base salary, ClassPass Corporate Membership, 25 days holiday rising to 30 days, discounted employee stock purchase plan, referral bonuses, complimentary lunch, snacks and drinks, paid tuition assistance, charitable giving match and volunteer opportunities. We also invest in leadership programs, career development, internal mobility, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and we welcome new perspectives with equity and collaboration.

last updated 36 week of 2026