Director, Quant Development - JAVA - Quantitative Research and Investing Technology

Job Description:

Director, Quantitative Development

The Role

Fidelity’s Asset Management Division is seeking a Director of Quant Development 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 role is primarily focused on hands-on development and delivery, which requires a combination of both strong technical and influencing skills, as well as participation in architecture, design, analysis, and evangelizing activities.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in computer science, engineering, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
• 15+ years of hands-on experience developing financial applications and working with investment professionals.
• Technical and programming skills including Java, Spring Framework, Kafka, Caching frameworks, Relational and Nonrelational DB, Angular, Python, and AWS services.
• Demonstrated expert understanding of the agile development process and DevOps practices.
• 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.

Company Overview

At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want!  We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associates for their unique perspectives and experiences. For information about working at Fidelity, visit FidelityCareers.com.  Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer.

Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to complete the application or interview process. Please email us at accommodations@fmr.com or call 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 2 if you would like to request an accommodation.

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Fidelity’s working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks).