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We providethe financialinfrastructure that powers the global economy. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe deliverscutting-edgetrading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world.\nWe’rebuilding meaningful ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trustwe’veearned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursuethemand 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 toprovideemployeesa safe space to network, shareideasand create opportunities.\nTo supportstrong partnership and team connection, this role follows a four day in office work model.\nLocation Overview\nCboe HQislocated inthe historic Old Post Officedistrict,it’s a landmark that blends classic architecture with modern amenities. The building features expansive spaces withhigh ceilingsand large windows, offering an abundance of natural light and panoramic views of thecityskyline and the Chicago River.\nWith its prime location in the heart of downtown, the OPO Building provides easy access to major transportation hubs, including Union Station and multiple CTA lines, making it convenient for commuters. The building is home to a variety of amenities, including restaurants,afitness center, and collaborative workspaces, creating a vibrant and dynamic work environment in one of Chicago's most iconic areas.\nRole Overview\nWe design, develop, deploy, and support global clearing systems. We care deeply about system reliability, testability, recoverability, fault tolerance, throughput, and latency. Our engineers have a strong understanding of computer science fundamentals and software engineering. We are analytical thinkers. We are always learning our craft. If it’s broken, we fix it. If it needs refactoring, we refactor it. If it’s hard to test, we make it testable. We like statistics. We love automation. We are pragmatic. We’re looking for like-minded individuals to join us.\nYour responsibilities will be:\nCboe Clearing US is actively seeking a dedicated and highly motivated team-oriented person to fill the role of Software Engineer, Test (QA) supporting our Clearing platform and their system functionality. A Software Engineer, Test at Cboe will work across US Clearing Systems groups; you will work alongside engineering and product teams to ensure new features and functionality work as expected. You will work to ensure the overall health of the system to ensure releases are stable, don’t have a negative impact on customers, and are accomplished as smoothly as possible. This will be successfully achieved through a combination of manual and automation testing with more emphasis on automation.\nThe ideal candidate has\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or other related field or equivalent experience.\n2+ years of QA experience is required, with recent and demonstrable experience creating automated test cases, and coding and enhancing test frameworks.\nExperience with Cucumber BDD framework for feature files and reporting.\nExperience with Selenium or Playwright or other UI automation tools.\nExperience in Java and Python development for testing. Scripting experience or a working knowledge of another scripting or programming language will add value. \nExperience testing API and API automation testing (Rest and SOAP)\nStrong understanding of object-oriented design and programming techniques.\nStrong working knowledge/understanding of Docker / Kubernetes architecture.\nStrong working knowledge in database platforms such as: PostgreSQL (preferred), MySQL, or similar RDBMS, and document DB like MongoDB. A good working knowledge of SQL is a must.\nHands on experience with AI and AI-powered testing tools to automate test case generation, execution, and maintenance, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.\n\nPractical experience with tools such as Claude Code, or similar\n\nExperience with Unix/Linux (preference: RHEL/RPM based Linux).\nFamiliarity with FIX 4.4, Swift messaging protocols, and Kafka. Related testing experience will be a plus.\nExperience with version control tools such as Git (preferred), or other version control tools. \nExperience working in a continuous integration environment and with tools such as Jenkins or Bamboo.\nExperience with the Atlassian tool set is a plus.\nThe successful candidate will have excellent analytical skills, an exacting attention to detail, and an ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively within a cross-functional team environment. \nYou'll really stand out with:\nExperience working in financial markets and knowledge of clearing, trade processing or market data protocols.\nBenefits and Perksof working for Cboe Global Markets\nWe value the total wellbeing of our people - including health, financial,personaland social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay area givenatany organization. Still, you shouldknowwe offer:\nFair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement\n\nGenerous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sickdaysand annual community service days\n\nHealth, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services\n\n2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% matchimmediatelyupon hire\n\nDiscounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan\n\nTax Savings Accounts for health,dependentand transportation\n\nEmployee referral bonus program\n\nVolunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities\n\nSome of our associates’ favorite benefits andperksinclude:\nComplimentary lunch,snacksand coffee in any Cboe office\n\nPaid Tuitionassistanceand education opportunities\n\nGenerous charitable giving company match\n\nPaid parental leave and fertility benefits\n\nOn-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers\n\nPaid Time Off\n\nMore About CboeGlobal Markets\nWe’rereimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one.We’reinvesting deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed.\nWe work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion.We’rean engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.\nLearn more about life at Cboe onour website andLinkedIn.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nWe'reproud 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, orveteran status. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.\nThis 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.\nSalary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)\nAt Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market-informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $102,850-$133,100, 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.\nAdditional information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, can be found here: Total Rewards at CBOE.\nAny communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. 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