Quantitative Analyst, Index Operations

Cedar Cares, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

401(k) match

On‑site gym

Job summary

Cboe Global Markets in Chicago is seeking a Quantitative Analyst for Index Operations to support day‑to‑day US index maintenance, real‑time calculations, and distribution across clients.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in financial markets; derivatives experience is a plus. Proficiency in Python/R and Excel, strong problem‑solving, and effective written communication are essential. This role offers collaboration across teams and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or related field.
• 2+ years in financial markets or related field.
• Derivatives experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience with Python and/or R and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensure day‑to‑day operation of U.S. Derivatives and Equity Index calculations with timely dissemination.
• Coordinate with third parties and internal departments to resolve issues.
• Perform periodic rebalances and client support for rebalance events.
• Validate processes and maintain daily index value reporting and governance records.
• Follow incident management, document lessons, and mitigate recurrence risk.
• Suggest automation to streamline index operations and support new launches.
• Collaborate with other departments and vendors on index projects.
• Provide first‑class client onboarding and pricing support.
• Maintain SOPs for daily processes and monitor KPIs and alerts.
• Engage in change‑management for index calculation/distribution.
• Run daily replication/calculation models and perform basic modeling as needed.
• Learn theoretical options pricing and conduct basic modeling.

Skills

Derivatives experience

Operational mindset

Problem-solving

Python

R

Excel

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

Tools

Python

R

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Job Description: 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

Quantitative Analyst, Index Operations position sits within the Cboe Global Index (CGI) Operations team. In this role, the Analyst will support the day‑to‑day maintenance of the Cboe US Indices on a real time and end of day calculation, as well as the monitoring of index delivery and distribution in a timely and accurate manner. The team is responsible for data administration/QA, product sales support, product research and change‑management activities for its U.S. Index business, including CGI’s theoretical options pricing service. The role will be primarily focused on derivatives‑based strategies but will include US equity indices as well. This role will perform activities related to full operational support for daily index maintenance. The position will report to Sr. Manager of U.S. Index Operations.

Location: Selected candidate must be willing to work in our Chicago office.

Your responsibilities will be:

• Day‑to‑day responsibility for the smooth operation of U.S. Derivatives and Equity based Index calculation and dissemination in an accurate and timely manner.
• Timely resolution of issues in coordination with relevant third parties and internal Cboe departments.
• Perform periodic rebalances of Cboe US Indices in accordance with relevant timetables and provide client support related to rebalance events.
• Perform validation processes as documented in controls with appropriate evidencing and record‑keeping, this includes daily index value reporting, corporate action and dividend monitoring.
• Follow the Incident Management Process after client impacting issues, ensure details are accurately logged, participate in the learning review and bring ideas for mitigating the risk of issues reoccurring or earlier detection of the issue.
• Present ideas to automate and streamline index operation processes and develop tolling accordingly.
• Work collaboratively with other Cboe departments, third parties and vendors on new index launches and enhancements.
• Provide first‑class Client Support e.g., onboarding, query handling and price challenges in a timely manner.
• Maintain and support detailed written standard operating procedures for daily processes.
• Record and maintain data for Key Performance Indicators, alerts and validation monitoring for potential errors in index calculations and dissemination.
• Participate in technical and methodological change‑management processes related to index calculation and distribution.
• Run daily replication and calculation models and debug as needed within specific timeframes.
• Learn about theoretical options pricing and run basic modeling exercises.
• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

Ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in financial markets or related field.
• Derivatives experience a plus.
• Strong operational mindset and methodical approach to problem‑solving.
• Intermediate experience working with R, Python, and/or other object‑oriented programming language is a plus.
• Experience in solving complex modelling problems and “de‑bugging.”
• Ability to interpret and apply mathematical index methodologies to real‑world situations.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; solid writing skills is a must.
• Must be self‑motivated and have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with proactive advancement of assigned work and problem solving.
• Experience with MS‑Office, particularly advanced skills with MS‑Excel.

Benefits and Perks of working for Cboe Global Markets

• Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
• Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
• 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
• Employee referral bonus program
• Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities
• Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
• Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
• Generous charitable giving company match
• Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
• On‑site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers

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.

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.

Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)

At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market‑informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $98,175-$127,050, with actual compensation determined by job‑related factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal alignment, and location. This role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and, where applicable, participation in Cboe's long‑term equity programs. Additional information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, can be found here: Total Rewards at CBOE.

If you have further questions, please reach out to the Cboe HR team at [e-mail].