Senior Software Engineer, Quant - hybrid in Chicago, IL, Overland Park, KS or NYC

Role Overview

Cboe Data Vantage is seeking an experienced software engineer with a passion for combining strong engineering skills with financial quantitative analysis. The role involves developing, optimizing, and debugging real-time financial analytics software, evaluating and tuning model performance, analyzing market data, and collaborating with various teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, tune, and improve model performance, stability, and accuracy
• Analyze market data, derived market data, and reference data
• Collaborate closely with reference data, real-time data, and historical data teams
• Provide 2nd level support for production applications developed by the team
• Respond to customer questions regarding our analytics and models
• Write technical specifications, project plans, and documentation
• Regularly communicate with senior managers and technical colleagues
• Work with the sales team to support presales engagements

Requirements

• 3+ years in Java or C# (or equivalent), including understanding of parallel and multithreaded design patterns
• 1+ year in C++ preferred
• Background in financial markets, derivatives pricing, and/or risk analysis
• Equity derivatives experience is a plus
• Ability to explain a complex software system end-to-end, from inputs to output, including its design rationale and business value
• Ability to work as a self-starter; take ownership of projects from start to finish; develop requirements and specifications; QA testing, documentation and production release

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, but a master’s degree preferred

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Experience with financial modeling and quantitative analysis
• Knowledge of financial markets and derivatives pricing
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Benefits and Perks

• Medical Coverage
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Additional Medical Benefit
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• 401(k) or Pension Company Match
• Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Retail Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Voluntary & Additional Benefits
• Paid Time Off

About Cboe Global Markets

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.

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $119,000-$154,000 in Kansas, $130,900-$169,400 in Chicago, and $148,750-$192,500 in New York, 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.