Cboe Global Markets
Principal Linux Platform Engineer - flexible hybrid (Chicago, Kansas City or NYC
Cboe Global Markets, Overland Park, Kansas, United States, 66213
Principal Linux Platform Engineer – flexible hybrid (Chicago, Kansas City or NYC)
Job Description:
Location Overview Cboe HQ is located in the historic Old Post Office district in Chicago, offering expansive high‑ceiling spaces, large windows, panoramic city skyline views, and convenient access to major transportation hubs. The building provides restaurants, a fitness center, and collaborative workspaces.
Role Overview We are seeking a Principal Linux Platform Engineer to lead the design, automation, and scalability of our global infrastructure that powers mission‑critical financial applications. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Linux systems, Kubernetes orchestration, and modern development practices, and thrives in high‑performance, regulated environments. As a senior technical leader, you will set architectural standards, mentor engineers, and drive platform reliability, observability, and security across hybrid cloud and on‑prem environments.
In this role you’ll be responsible for
Designing and evolving the firm’s container orchestration and compute platforms (Kubernetes, Incus/LXD, or hybrid systems) to support low‑latency, high‑availability financial applications.
Defining infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) standards (Terraform, Pulumi, or similar) and ensuring consistent, auditable deployments across environments.
Leading the adoption of immutable infrastructure principles, secure baseline images, and reproducible environments (RHEL‑based).
Architecting and implementing CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and application deployment with an emphasis on developer experience and velocity.
Partnering with development, SRE, and security teams to ensure regulatory compliance, change control, and observability across all layers.
Establishing monitoring, logging, and metrics strategies (Prometheus, Loki, Grafana, OpenTelemetry, etc.) for production and pre‑production systems.
Driving performance tuning and capacity planning for large‑scale, latency‑sensitive services.
Serving as a technical mentor and thought leader within the organization.
Providing strategic input into infrastructure roadmap, vendor selection, and emerging technology evaluations.
The ideal candidate has
10+ years of professional experience in Linux systems engineering, ideally Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or derivatives.
5+ years of experience architecting and operating enterprise‑grade Kubernetes platforms, with hands‑on experience deploying and managing clusters in bare‑metal and on‑premises environments.
Strong proficiency with Python or Go for automation, tooling, and integration with APIs.
Deep understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing) and security fundamentals (RBAC, TLS, secrets management).
Expertise with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, Tekton, etc.) and artifact lifecycle management (Harbor, Pulp, or Artifactory).
Proven experience with IaC (Terraform, Pulumi, or Ansible/SaltStack).
Familiarity with container image lifecycle management, base image hardening, and SBOM compliance.
Exposure to on‑prem and hybrid cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or private cloud).
Background in SRE practices, including SLI/SLO management, error budgets, and runbook automation.
Experience with GitOps, event‑driven automation, and declarative configuration management.
Exceptional problem‑solving ability and technical judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication, including documentation and presentation skills.
Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and ability to influence without direct authority.
You’ll really stand out with
Advanced certifications such as RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) or LFCE (Linux Foundation Certified Engineer).
Extensive experience working in cloud‑based environments like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
Understanding of compliance frameworks (SOC2, ISO27001, or NIST).
Experience supporting financial systems, trading platforms, or other latency‑sensitive workloads.
Experience in leading Agile teams and familiarity with Agile methodologies.
Benefits And Perks Of Working For Cboe Global Markets
Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with upside for overachievement.
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days.
Flexible, hybrid work environment.
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 give back to communities.
More About Cboe Global Markets We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most – our people. Our journey is inclusive, investing in leadership programs and career development to give everyone an equal chance to succeed. We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and passion to drive growth and 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 and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on legally protected characteristics, 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.
Visa Sponsorship 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 Range and Geographic Differentials The national new hire base pay range for this job in the United States is $148,750–$183,750. Geographic differentials may apply:
110%: Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; San Diego, CA
115%: Los Angeles, CA; Seattle, WA
120%: Boston, MA; Washington, DC
125%: New York City, NY
130%: San Francisco, CA
In addition to base pay, our total rewards program includes an annual variable pay program and benefits such as healthcare, 401(k) with generous company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, market‑leading tuition assistance, and more. Recruiters will provide detailed compensation information during the hiring process. For additional information on our rewards program, visit
TOTAL REWARDS @CBOE .
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Location Overview Cboe HQ is located in the historic Old Post Office district in Chicago, offering expansive high‑ceiling spaces, large windows, panoramic city skyline views, and convenient access to major transportation hubs. The building provides restaurants, a fitness center, and collaborative workspaces.
Role Overview We are seeking a Principal Linux Platform Engineer to lead the design, automation, and scalability of our global infrastructure that powers mission‑critical financial applications. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Linux systems, Kubernetes orchestration, and modern development practices, and thrives in high‑performance, regulated environments. As a senior technical leader, you will set architectural standards, mentor engineers, and drive platform reliability, observability, and security across hybrid cloud and on‑prem environments.
In this role you’ll be responsible for
Designing and evolving the firm’s container orchestration and compute platforms (Kubernetes, Incus/LXD, or hybrid systems) to support low‑latency, high‑availability financial applications.
Defining infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) standards (Terraform, Pulumi, or similar) and ensuring consistent, auditable deployments across environments.
Leading the adoption of immutable infrastructure principles, secure baseline images, and reproducible environments (RHEL‑based).
Architecting and implementing CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and application deployment with an emphasis on developer experience and velocity.
Partnering with development, SRE, and security teams to ensure regulatory compliance, change control, and observability across all layers.
Establishing monitoring, logging, and metrics strategies (Prometheus, Loki, Grafana, OpenTelemetry, etc.) for production and pre‑production systems.
Driving performance tuning and capacity planning for large‑scale, latency‑sensitive services.
Serving as a technical mentor and thought leader within the organization.
Providing strategic input into infrastructure roadmap, vendor selection, and emerging technology evaluations.
The ideal candidate has
10+ years of professional experience in Linux systems engineering, ideally Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or derivatives.
5+ years of experience architecting and operating enterprise‑grade Kubernetes platforms, with hands‑on experience deploying and managing clusters in bare‑metal and on‑premises environments.
Strong proficiency with Python or Go for automation, tooling, and integration with APIs.
Deep understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing) and security fundamentals (RBAC, TLS, secrets management).
Expertise with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, Tekton, etc.) and artifact lifecycle management (Harbor, Pulp, or Artifactory).
Proven experience with IaC (Terraform, Pulumi, or Ansible/SaltStack).
Familiarity with container image lifecycle management, base image hardening, and SBOM compliance.
Exposure to on‑prem and hybrid cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or private cloud).
Background in SRE practices, including SLI/SLO management, error budgets, and runbook automation.
Experience with GitOps, event‑driven automation, and declarative configuration management.
Exceptional problem‑solving ability and technical judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication, including documentation and presentation skills.
Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and ability to influence without direct authority.
You’ll really stand out with
Advanced certifications such as RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) or LFCE (Linux Foundation Certified Engineer).
Extensive experience working in cloud‑based environments like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
Understanding of compliance frameworks (SOC2, ISO27001, or NIST).
Experience supporting financial systems, trading platforms, or other latency‑sensitive workloads.
Experience in leading Agile teams and familiarity with Agile methodologies.
Benefits And Perks Of Working For Cboe Global Markets
Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with upside for overachievement.
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days.
Flexible, hybrid work environment.
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 give back to communities.
More About Cboe Global Markets We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most – our people. Our journey is inclusive, investing in leadership programs and career development to give everyone an equal chance to succeed. We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and passion to drive growth and 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 and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on legally protected characteristics, 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.
Visa Sponsorship 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 Range and Geographic Differentials The national new hire base pay range for this job in the United States is $148,750–$183,750. Geographic differentials may apply:
110%: Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; San Diego, CA
115%: Los Angeles, CA; Seattle, WA
120%: Boston, MA; Washington, DC
125%: New York City, NY
130%: San Francisco, CA
In addition to base pay, our total rewards program includes an annual variable pay program and benefits such as healthcare, 401(k) with generous company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, market‑leading tuition assistance, and more. Recruiters will provide detailed compensation information during the hiring process. For additional information on our rewards program, visit
TOTAL REWARDS @CBOE .
#J-18808-Ljbffr