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Principal Software Engineer

AT Fidelity Investments
Fidelity Investments

Principal Software Engineer

Boston, MA

Job Description:

Principal Full Stack Engineer

The Role

Fidelity's Asset Management Division is seeking a Principal Full Stack Engineer to join their Quantitative Research and Investing Technology (QRIT) Team. You will work closely with quantitative analysts, operations, as well as peer technology teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will help build scalable, reliable, and efficient tools based on sound engineering practices in areas such as portfolio construction, risk management, and alpha research. This is a hands-on development and delivery role, which requires strong technical skills, as well as participation in architecture, design, and analysis activities.

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The Expertise and Skills You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in computer science, engineering, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience developing financial applications and working with investment professionals.
  • Technical and programming skills including Java, JDBC, Spring Framework, Web Services, Relational Database, SQL, PL/SQL, Python, and AWS or Azure Cloud.
  • Knowledge of and experience with financial instruments, financial markets, financial models and statistics.
  • Proven record of designing and building complex end-to-end systems from concept to finished product.
  • Experience with test-driven, object-oriented design and development, and best-practice software design patterns.
  • Experience with source/version control, project management software, and continuous integration and deployment tools.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders, including fundamental and quantitative researchers and technology partners.

The Team

The Quantitative Development team is part of Asset Management's Quantitative Research & Investment Technology group that partners with the investment teams on various projects including portfolio construction, risk management, and alpha research. We build high quality, robust, and efficient high-responsive solutions that are used to improve efficiency and decision-making processes.

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Category:

Information Technology
Fidelity's hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, USA; Smithfield, RI, USA; Merrimack, NH, USA
Job ID: Fidelity-2107093
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program

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