Senior Software Engineer (Web)

Cboe; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cboe Europe is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Web to design and deliver high-performance, data-driven web applications. You will work across Python, Django, ReactJS, and modern web standards, ensuring robust testing and production readiness within a hybrid London/Amsterdam setup.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, strong Linux and Python skills, and the ability to mentor others while collaborating with multiple teams on features and documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing high-performance, data-driven websites.
• Strong knowledge of Python and Linux; familiarity with modern web standards (HTML5, CSS3).
• Experience with Django, ReactJS and MVC web frameworks; knowledge of Apache and PostgreSQL is a plus.
• Experience with Python unit testing and full-stack web testing is a plus.
• B.Sc Computer Science or related field or demonstrable equivalent knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, extend, and maintain web software functionality while creating customer documentation.
• Act as project manager for a feature across multiple parties and participate in peer code reviews.
• Develop automated unit tests, test changes, and ensure production readiness.
• Support production operations, assist in certification and production environments, and mentor other engineers.
• Contribute to sprint planning, requirements gathering, and technical specifications.

Skills

Python

Linux

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Education

B.Sc Computer Science or Computer/Software Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Django

ReactJS

NextJS

Apache

PostgreSQL

MVC frameworks

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Web

We build websites that handle millions of requests per day, presenting high-quality market data to our members and the investing public

We operate at the tip of the spear, maintaining the primary interface for command and control of Cboe Europe’s three Equities venues, the APA Trade Reporting service and SI Technology service

Responsibilities

• You’ll design, implement, extend, and maintain web software functionality, often requiring advanced knowledge and experience. Create customer documentation. Act as project manager for a feature across multiple parties. Strong Python and Linux knowledge. Strong JavaScript (ExtJS, React, NextJS), HTML/CSS, and Django knowledge. Basic UI/UX design skills
• Implement automated unit tests and rigorously test changes to systems and platform functionality prior to deployment and work to resolve identified systemic issues
• Help with production operations. Ensure features are correctly implemented in certification and production environments
• Provide input into team sprint planning and participate in periodic team meetings
• Participate in peer code reviews
• Participate in requirements gathering and analysis. Write documentation, technical specifications, and requirement materials for our data and applications
• Participate in internal and industry-wide weekend testing as needed. Ability to support production systems and applications of the exchange outside of normal work hours to ensure performance and high availability
• Mentor other software engineers. SME (Subject Matter Expert) for one or more systems/technology
• Prioritize and manage time effectively across projects in a deadline-driven environment; deliver quality solutions on schedule and within budget
• Excellent communication skills. Regular communication with management, key stakeholders, and technical colleagues. Be a positive representation of software engineering internally and externally
• Cboe Europe operates in a flexible and hybrid work environment, with our teams working regularly from our offices in London and Amsterdam
• Performs other related duties as required or requested

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux or UNIX-like systems
• Experience with Python or experience in another language with a strong desire to learn Python
• Familiarity with modern web standards, including HTML5 and CSS3
• Minimum 5 years of experience developing high-performance, data-driven websites
• Experience with Python unit testing and full-stack web testing is a plus
• B.Sc Computer Science (preferred), B.Sc Computer/Software Engineering, or demonstrable equivalent knowledge
• Experience with Apache, PostgreSQL, or ReactJS is a plus
• Experience with MVC web frameworks (Django preferred)
• Experience with JavaScript