Director, Quant Development

Company: Fidelity Investments
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 18, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description:Director Quant Software Engineering, DerivativesThe RoleAs a Director of Quant Software engineering, Derivatives, you will be a part of Quantitative Research and Investments Technology organization and will play a key role in defining and developing derivatives and other quantitative technology products to solve research problems for investment professionals and senior management executives leading strategic Quantitative research initiatives. You will be a part of a small team building a new derivatives application allowing valuing and managing complex derivatives contracts. You will distill abstract research-oriented problems to technology solutions and execute them quickly. You will work closely with senior executives, portfolio managers, analysts and researchers to deeply understand experimentation methodology and enable faster, better experiments using technology solutions. You will be collaborating with other technology team members in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will build scalable, reliable and highly available technology solutions based on engineering best practices in areas such as portfolio construction, risk management, and alpha research.The Expertise & Skills You Bring

• Degree in a computational field such as Computer Science
• 10+ years' hands on experience with software engineering
• Practical experience developing applications for asset management or global capital markets
• Experience working with derivatives for at least one asset class (interest rate, credit or FX) is must
• Development experience using Python (Design, Develop, Test, Debug, Deploy)
• Object Oriented development experience, ideally with Java & Python
• Experience working with SQL and PL/SQL on Database (Oracle, Snowflake)
• Exposure to test automation frameworks (unit & integration)
• Experience with RESTful APIs
• Experience with UI development with Angular is a plus
• AWS cloud environment and understanding of CI/CD & DevOps
• Experience using agile development practices.
• Experience with numerical-analysis software libraries is a plus.
• Focus on delivering customer value in a challenging environment.
• Understand and adapt to changing business priorities.
• Strong knowledge of technology trends in implementing business applicationThe TeamAsset Management Technology (AMT) provides worldwide technology and support to all the Investment Management, Research, Trading, and Investment Operations functions. We are seeking a Director, Quant Software Engineer to join our Quantitative Research & Investing Technology organization. This role will be part of our Quantitative Engineering team, which is responsible for delivering & maintaining solutions for Quant Research team.The base salary range for this position is $103,000-$218,000 per year. -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.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.Certifications:Company Overview Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients' money. Join Us At Fidelity, you'll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples' lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a , we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don't need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity-we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you've always imagined. blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Having the majority of our associates work onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most roles listed as Hybrid will require associates to work onsite all business days of every other week in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to roles listed as Remote or Onsite. At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, , and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine. We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at . Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to .
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