Principal Quant Developer

The Role

We are seeking a Principal Quant Engineer to join our Quantitative Research & Investments Technology (QRIT) team in Fidelity Asset Management Technology. This role will partner with the quant research and investments teams to design, build, enhance, and support a comprehensive Systematic Fixed Income research and portfolio construction ecosystem. This individual will include hands on development collaborating with team of software engineers and quantitative developers.
 

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a computational field such as Computer Science, Master’s degree is preferred

• Minimum of 5 years of proven professional experience working in financial services (Asset Management experienced preferred)

• Proven experience engaging with senior internal and external clients and partners

• Experience with Python and micro-services / RESTful APIs

• Experience integrating data services  with Excel or other UI like angular is a plus

• Prior quant dev experience with Fixed Income asset class is a plus

• Experience working on AWS cloud environment and working knowledge of CI/CD & DevOps

• Strong experience in system architecture, design patterns and software engineering fundamentals such as OOP, functional programming, data modeling.

• Advanced understanding of data structures

• Demonstrated experience with portfolio construction and/or portfolio optimization is a plus

• Proven ability to capture requirements and formulate plans by partnering with various stakeholders

• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills to influence decisions and engage across Fidelity and at all levels of the organization

Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.   

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home.  These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career.  Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.

Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.