Director Software Engineering

Are you energized by rapid software development?  Do you want to combine the fast pace of a start up with the financial backing of one of the most successful companies in the industry? Then be part of an exciting new incubator within Fidelity geared at rapidly move ideas from concepts to scale to help bring these game-changing ideas to market.  If you are a highly skilled Software Engineer with a passion for creating products and services that make lives better, a career in FCAT may be right for you!  

At FCAT, we use emerging technologies and human-centered design to create visionary products and services that improve people’s financial lives. As the innovation engine for Fidelity Investments, we provide expertise to the rest of the firm on new tools and techniques, while also incubating potential new lines of business.

The role is based in Boston, MA.

The Expertise We’re Looking For

• Bachelor level degree in Computer Science, Engineering or another technical field
• Hands-on technical leader with track record of defining technical architecture and delivering solutions
• Significant experience leading and managing small teams
• Experience working with a variety of programming languages, frameworks, operating systems, and platforms
• Full-Stack development experience (front-end, middle-tier & database)
• At least 6 years of Java programming experience
• Experience with Spring Boot and event-driven architecture is very desirable
• Experience developing native cloud applications using microservices
• Solid understanding of Kubernetes
• Solid understanding of databases
• Experience with Agile Methodologies
• NoSQL experience desirable
• Able to take a concept and turn it into a finished product
• Ability to quickly learn and adopt diverse technologies
• Ability to think strategically: creative thinker. Strong problem-solving skills.
• Hands on work style: Dynamic can-do attitude, proactive and curious in nature.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

The Purpose of Your Role

The Director Software Engineer is responsible for working closely with the VP of Software Engineering to architect, design and build pilots and new products.  Candidates must be comfortable working with a small team of developers in a fast paced and highly ambiguous environment working with emerging technologies, high risks and uncertainty.

The Skills You Bring

• Proven leadership and strong technical skills
• Proven track record designing and building complex end-to-end systems
• Java and Spring development experience
• Strong Object-Oriented skills and experience with UML
• Native cloud and microservice development
• Knowledge of cloud computing environments, applications and tools
• Experience with Agile/iterative software delivery methodologies
• Full Stack developer
• Ability to work across peer group to resolve technical/design issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to quickly learn and adopt diverse technologies
• Motivated, self-directed, results oriented

The Value You Deliver

• Strong technical skills and a passion for programming
• Full stack developer
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Provide technical leadership to all team members
• Escalate issues and risks to executive management for timely resolution
• Mentor junior team members 

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.

Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles.