Software Engineer

Cboe Global Markets, Inc.; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Commuting Allowance

LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

Cboe Europe is seeking an experienced software engineer to design, implement, and maintain high-performance web platforms. You’ll work across the full stack with Django on the backend and React/NextJS on the frontend, while leveraging Linux environments and SQL databases.

Mentoring peers and contributing to sprint planning are key aspects of the role. Hybrid work from London or Amsterdam offices is offered, with a focus on delivering robust, scalable solutions and strong collaboration with

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience developing high-performance, data-driven websites.
• Experience with MVC web frameworks (Django preferred).
• Strong Python 3.8+ and JavaScript (ExtJS, React, NextJS).
• Familiarity with HTML5, CSS3, and Linux/UNIX environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, extend, and maintain web software functionality; create customer documentation; act as project manager for cross-team features.
• Design end-to-end solutions covering full-stack needs including frontend visualisations and backend API interactions.
• Write tests, ensure deployment readiness, and support production systems during outages or incidents.
• Mentor engineers and participate in code reviews and sprint planning.

Skills

Web development

Python

Linux

JavaScript frameworks

Education

BSc Computer Science or related

Tools

Django

React

NextJS

ExtJS

SQL PostgreSQL

Job description

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., The Cboe office in London is situated in The Monument Building, a modern space that spans two floors and features a spacious outdoor balcony. From the balcony, employees can enjoy stunning views of some of London's most iconic architectural landmarks, adding a unique touch to the work environment. The building is equipped with convenient amenities for office commuters, including bike storage and showers, making it easy for staff to freshen up after their commute. Its prime location in the heart of London's financial district ensures that employees have easy access to a variety of cafes, restaurants, and shops, creating an ideal balance of work and leisure.,

• 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.
• Design end to end solutions covering the full stack of web applications needs, including front end visualisations, backend API interactions and direct SQL database schema and query implementation
• 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.
  B.Sc Computer Science (preferred), B.Sc Computer/Software Engineering, or demonstrable equivalent knowledge
• Minimum 5 years of experience developing high-performance, data-driven websites
• Experience with MVC web frameworks (Django preferred)
• Experience with JavaScript and Python 3.8+
• Familiarity with modern web standards, including HTML5 and CSS3
• Experience with Linux or UNIX-like systems
• Experience with Apache and ReactJS
• Experience with SQL Databases such as PostgreSQL
• Experience with Python unit testing and full-stack web testing
  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 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 a given at any organization. Still, you should know we offer:
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• GP Service
• Fitness Corporate Membership
• Employee assistance Program (EAP)
• Eye Care
• Short Term Incentive (STI)
• Pension
• Income Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• Associate Referral Program
• Perks at Work
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Commuting Allowance
• LinkedIn Learning courses
• Service Awards
• Subsided Lunch
• Corporate Events
• Education Assistance
• Holiday (Annual Leave)
• Other Forms Enhanced Leave (Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Compassionate Leave, Community Service / Volunteering Day & School Visit)
• Working Abroad Days Allowance
• More About Cboe Europe 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.