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
Analyst level role with the Cboe Global Indices (CGI) team. The team currently researches, designs, and implements new index strategies on behalf of Cboe Global Indices and CGI’s clients. This role includes backtesting and analysis of new derivative strategies, as well as developing methodologies for new index products. This role will provide exposure to derivatives and equities.
Location: Selected candidate must be willing to work a hybrid schedule in our Chicago or NYC office.
Your responsibilities will be:
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Backtesting and methodology creation to support new index strategies
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Research, create and support the index development initiatives for Cboe Global Indices with a focus on equities and options
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Help build and standardize modular index calculation frameworks in Python, enabling efficient development and maintenance of new and existing indicesEvaluate new data sets for usage in index calculation, looking at data quality, completeness, and fit for index purposes
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Participate in client meetings to develop new index concepts, providing direction and analysis to convert client ideas into viable index methodologies
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Work collaboratively with other Cboe departments on new index launches, as well as post-launch support
The ideal candidate has:
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Minimum of 2 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field required. Advanced degree preferred.
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Strong quantitative and programming skills; experience in Python, R and SQL with preference to Python
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Experience with written documentation of projects
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Experience using Git or other version control software
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Familiarity with options pricing, volatility surfaces, or derivatives markets
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Strong problem solving skills
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Effective interpersonal and communication skills
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Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively
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Exposure to writing APIs to access various databases
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Exposure to index construction, factor investing, or systematic strategy research
Benefits and Perks of working for Cboe Global Markets
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:
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Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
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Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
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Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
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2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
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Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
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Employee referral bonus program
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Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities
Some of our associates’ favorite benefits and perks include:
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Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
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Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
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Generous charitable giving company match
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Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
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On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers
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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.
Our pay ranges are determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, role, experience, level, and location. The national new hire base pay range for this job in the United States is $89,250-$110,250. This range represents the minimum and maximum base pay the company expects to offer for new hires working in the position full time. If you live in one of the following areas or if you work in a Cboe office in the following areas, the range may be higher according to the geographic differentials listed below:
US Geographic Differentials:
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110%: Austin TX, Chicago IL, Denver CO, San Diego CA
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115%: Los Angeles CA, Seattle WA
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120%: Boston MA, Washington DC
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125%: New York City NY
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130%: San Francisco CA
Within the range, individual pay is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, our total rewards program includes an annual variable pay program and benefits including healthcare (medical, dental and vision), 401 (k) with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, market-leading tuition assistance, and much more! Your recruiter will provide more details about the total compensation package, including variable pay and benefits, during the hiring process. For further information on our total rewards program, visit TOTAL REWARDS @CBOE.
_Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes. _