Principal Software Engineer

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 (Fidelity Center for Applied Technology) may be right for you!  

At FCAT, we are dedicated to using emerging technologies to create innovative products and services that improve people's financial lives. As the innovation engine for Fidelity Investments, we provide expertise on new tools and techniques to the rest of the firm, while also incubating potential new lines of business.

One such project we are currently working on is a next-generation trading platform that supports equities, options, and cryptocurrencies. This platform leverages cutting-edge technologies to provide customers with a seamless and intuitive trading experience across multiple asset classes.

If you are passionate about building innovative products and want to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Come join us at FCAT and help build the future of financial technology!

The Expertise We’re Looking For

• Bachelor level degree in Computer Science, Engineering or another technical field

• Experience working with a variety of programming languages, frameworks, operating systems, and platforms

• Experience with Golang, Node.JS or Java

• Experience with Agile Methodologies

• 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.

• Knowledge in securities trading ( Equities, Options and Crypto currencies )

The Purpose of Your Role

The Principal Engineer is responsible for working closely with the Director of Engineering, 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 

• Strong software programming skills

• Proven track record designing and building complex end-to-end systems (full stack developer)

• Willingness to understand and pick up something new on a continual basis

• Communication, teamwork and empathy skills to co-develop in multi-disciplined team

• Experience with databases, Relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and Non-Relational (MongoDB)

• Strong Object-Oriented skills and experience with UML

• Knowledge of cloud computing environments, applications and tools

• Experience and knowledge of Agile/iterative software delivery methodologies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to clearly convey information to a broad array of technical and non-technical audiences

• 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 

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. Some roles may have unique onsite requirements. Please consult with your recruiter for the specific expectations for this position.

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