Exec Dir Site Reliability Engineering - Tech Portfolio
Apply NowCompany: CME Group
Location: Chicago, IL 60629
Description:
Lead the future of reliability at CME Group! We're seeking a visionary and highly experienced Executive Director to lead our Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) within the CME Group Technology Portfolio. In this critical role, you will define and execute the strategic vision for SRE's, ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of our mission-critical electronic trading and clearing platforms. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology at a global financial leader, driving innovation and operational excellence in a dynamic and demanding environment.
What You'll Do:
What You'll Bring:
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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 $209,500-$349,100. 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 and most diverse 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' diverse experiences, cultures and skills, and work to ensure that everyone's perspectives are acknowledged and valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we recognize the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and 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.
What You'll Do:
- Set the Vision: Define and champion the SRE strategy for CME Group's Technology Portfolio, aligning with business objectives and technology roadmaps. Establish clear goals, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success.
- Build and Lead: Lead and mentor a high-performing team of SRE managers and engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Oversee development, and retention strategies to build a world-class SRE organization.
- Drive Transformation: Lead the transformation of operational practices, implementing modern SRE principles and methodologies across the organization. Champion the adoption of automation, self-service tools, and other technologies to improve efficiency and reduce operational toil.
- Influence and Partner: Collaborate closely with senior leadership across technology, product, and business functions to ensure alignment on SRE priorities and initiatives. Build strong partnerships to drive cross-functional collaboration and achieve shared goals.
- Champion Reliability: Establish and oversee the implementation of Service Level Objectives (SLOs), Service Level Indicators (SLIs), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) across all critical systems. Drive a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement in reliability and performance.
- Manage and Optimize: Oversee the SRE budget and resource allocation, ensuring efficient and effective utilization of resources. Identify and implement opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement.
- Stay Ahead of the Curve:Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in the SRE space. Continuously evaluate and adopt new tools and techniques to enhance the team's capabilities and maintain a competitive edge.
What You'll Bring:
- Extensive experience in leading and managing SRE teams, preferably in a large-scale, mission-critical environment.
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful SRE strategies.
- Deep understanding of SRE principles, methodologies, and best practices.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders.
- Experience with modern SRE tools and technologies.
- A passion for technology and a commitment to driving innovation.
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-JK1
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 $209,500-$349,100. 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 and most diverse 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' diverse experiences, cultures and skills, and work to ensure that everyone's perspectives are acknowledged and valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we recognize the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and 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.