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Staff/Lead Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$122.30K - $203.90K/yr

Description This role independently engineers secure, scalable and reliable technology solutions, with minimal mentoring, to advance CME Group in the global marketplace and serve risk management ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$132.10K - $220.10K/yr

... engineering principles to every facet of our clearing systems. * Pioneer solutions to guarantee the reliability, performance, and availability of our CME clearing and risk systems, where every ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$132.10K - $220.10K/yr

Why CME Group? * Global Significance: Drive the technology that maintains the integrity of the global financial system. * Engineering Culture: Work in a "code-first" environment that prioritizes ...

Description CME Associates is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Civil Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to launch your career in civil ...

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Site Reliability Engineer II

New York, NY · On-site

$103.20K - $172K/yr

Markets SREs work on products and applications related to CME's Globex trading platform. Our ... Collaborate with engineers and product teams to ensure requirements are understood, planned ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$132.10K - $220.10K/yr

Why CME Group? * Global Significance: Drive the technology that maintains the integrity of the global financial system. * Engineering Culture: Work in a "code-first" environment that prioritizes ...

Staff Network Ops Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$54.90 - $91.49/hr

The Staff Network Operations Engineer will be joining as a key member of our "Follow the sun" Network Operations Control Center (NOCC) team, providing crucial support for CME's network infrastructure ...

Description CME Associates is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic & Transportation group in East Brunswick, NJ . This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse mix of traffic ...

Sr Software Engineer- C# Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$114.20K - $190.30K/yr

CME is relentlessly focused on developing the world's most advanced electronic trading, post trade ... developers on a C#/Typescript based physical commodities based trading platform, running on the ...

Staff Data Platform Engineer - GCP

Chicago, IL · On-site

$132.10K - $220.10K/yr

The Data Platform Engineering team is a collection of highly skilled individuals dedicated to ... CME Group: Where Futures are Made CME Group is the world's leading derivatives marketplace. But who ...

Staff/Lead Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$122.30K - $203.90K/yr

Description This role independently engineers secure, scalable and reliable technology solutions, with minimal mentoring, to advance CME Group in the global marketplace and serve risk management ...

CME is relentlessly focused on developing the world's most advanced electronic trading, post trade ... developers on a C#/Typescript based physical commodities based trading platform, running on the ...

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How much do cme engineering jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for cme engineering in the United States is $22.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CME Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CME (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) Engineer, you generally need a relevant engineering degree, strong problem-solving abilities, and solid knowledge of engineering principles in your specific discipline. Familiarity with technical tools such as CAD software, project management platforms, and industry certifications like PE (Professional Engineer) or PMP are commonly required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability are critical soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects. These skills and qualifications ensure efficient project execution, technical accuracy, and the ability to contribute effectively to engineering solutions.

What are some typical challenges CME Engineers face when working on large-scale medical equipment projects?

CME Engineers often encounter challenges such as coordinating with diverse teams—including clinicians, vendors, and facility managers—to ensure that medical equipment specifications align with clinical needs and regulatory requirements. Managing project timelines and adapting to rapidly changing healthcare technologies can also be demanding. Effective communication, attention to detail, and strong project management skills are essential to navigate these complexities and deliver successful outcomes.

What is CME Engineering?

CME Engineering typically refers to the field of engineering focused on Continuing Medical Education (CME) or the engineering services provided by firms named CME Engineering. In the context of Continuing Medical Education, CME Engineering involves the development and maintenance of educational technologies, platforms, and tools to facilitate ongoing learning for healthcare professionals. In the context of engineering firms, CME Engineering provides civil, mining, and environmental engineering services. The specific responsibilities and focus areas may vary depending on the context in which the term is used.

What is the difference between Cme Engineering vs Mechanical Engineering?

AspectCme EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Required CredentialsTypically requires a Cme Engineering certification or licenseRequires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; licensure optional
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in manufacturing, industrial plants, or specialized engineering firmsDesign offices, manufacturing plants, research labs
Industry UsageCommon in industrial, manufacturing, and process industriesBroadly used across automotive, aerospace, energy, and manufacturing sectors

While Cme Engineering focuses on specific certifications and industrial environments, Mechanical Engineering offers a broader scope of design and analysis roles across various industries. Both careers require technical education, but Cme Engineering emphasizes certification and specialized industrial work.

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What states have the most Cme Engineering jobs? States with the most job openings for Cme Engineering jobs include:
Infographic showing various Cme Engineering job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $46,141 per year, or $22.2 per hour.
Staff/Lead Software Engineer

Staff/Lead Software Engineer

CME Group

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

$122.30K - $203.90K/yr

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Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Description
This role independently engineers secure, scalable and reliable technology solutions, with minimal mentoring, to advance CME Group in the global marketplace and serve risk management needs of customers around the world.
Principal Accountabilities
8+ years of Core Java development experience.

  • Focuses on Architecture and Solution efficiencies.
  • Balances performance, capacity and reliability with core system functionality.
  • Identifies potential opportunities for code optimization.
  • Provides input for code reviews and helps with environment build deployments, release notes and build notices;
  • Reviews code to proactively identify and mitigate potential issues and defects and helps to identify sources of defects as well as troubleshoots various forms of code.
  • Writes optimized application modules and unit tests with minimal guidance.
  • Uses design tools to frequently share and communicate design ideas on larger systems.
  • Utilizes knowledge of modern multi-processor architecture to tune the applications and systems for high throughput and low latency.
  • Uses patterns frequently, contributing to best practice and process enhancements
  • Defines key metrics driving code optimization and leads discussion of code reviews.
  • Manages environment build deployments, release notes and build notices.
  • Leads projects and influences across Division stakeholders

Skills & Software Requirements
  • A Senior Engineer with in-depth core Java development experience.
  • Ability to evaluate the characteristics of algorithms and data structures for the given constraint
  • Proficiency in Multi-threading , concurrent data structures, shared memory, synchronization, JNI, NIO, Hashmap etc.
  • Understands queue theory and various designs and implementations to enhance system performance.
  • Experience working with networking protocols (UDP, TCP)
  • Experience with Cloud Technology preferred
  • Familiarity with redundancy and fault tolerance techniques
  • Familiar with JVM internals and garbage collection tuning
  • Familiar with BDD test tools preferred
  • Past experience working in Financial domain or Derivative Exchange preferred

Hybrid environment- 2 days in the office
CME Group is committed to offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees that recognizes their contributions to the business and reflects our long-term investment in their future. The pay range for this role is $122,300-$203,900. Actual salary offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education and comparison to internal employees (where relevant). Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program. Through our benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off and a mental health benefit, CME Group offers a holistic benefits package for our team and their dependents.
CME Group: Where Futures are Made
CME Group is the world's leading derivatives marketplace. But who we are goes deeper than that. Here, you can impact markets worldwide. Transform industries. And build a career by shaping tomorrow. We invest in your success and you own it - all while working alongside a team of leading experts who inspire you in ways big and small. Problem solvers, difference makers, trailblazers. Those are our people. And we're looking for more.
At CME Group, we embrace our employees' unique experiences and skills to ensure that everyone's perspectives are acknowledged and valued. As an equal-opportunity employer, we consider all potential employees without regard to any protected characteristic.
Important Notice: Recruitment fraud is on the rise, with scammers using misleading promises of job offers and interviews to solicit money and personal information from job seekers. CME Group adheres to established procedures designed to maintain trust, confidence and security throughout our recruitment process. Learn more here .

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About CME Group

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As the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, CME Group is where the world comes to manage risk. We enable clients to trade futures, options, cash and OTC markets, optimize portfolios, and analyze data – empowering market participants worldwide to efficiently manage risk and capture opportunities. CME Group exchanges offer the widest range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural products and metals. We meet uncertainty and volatility with confidence and clarity, across the trading lifecycle and around the world.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2007

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