Fidelity Investments · 6 hours ago
Vice President, Trading Engineering
Jersey City, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $285K/yr
12+ years expFidelity Investments is developing a full-service platform for digital assets, and they are seeking a Vice President Trading Engineer for their Crypto Trading team. The role involves designing and implementing technology solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality software delivery in an agile environment.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesRetirementWealth Management
Responsibilities
Designing and implementing technology solutions for the Fidelity Digital Asset business
High Performance algorithms for trading / crypto trading
Working closely with our business partners to contribute to business-critical initiatives
Demonstrate software engineering excellence through continuous integration, continuous deployment
Keeps current with IT blueprint, frameworks and technologies that would benefit us and improve our productivity; guides junior team members on technology
Collaborate with multiple stakeholders/large cross functional teams as part of work delivery
Follows practices and contribute towards innovative solutions to increase productivity
This is a hands-on role where you will write code for product features
Set technical direction for software developers by concluding design with other tech leads and architecture
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field required
At least 12 years of software engineering experience
Strong background in designing and developing low latency trading systems
Experience in building SOR, Algo engine, or exchange-connectivity for Equities or Crypto
Experience using kernel bypass e.g., Solarflare OpenOnLoad
Extensive experience with modern Java using zero GC pattern
Highly proficient in ultra-low latency design patterns and optimizing trading systems
Hands on experience with low latency messaging products, such as Aeron, Solace or 29West
Knowledge of FIX protocols
Proficient in SQL and a working knowledge of relational and time series databases
Experience with designing APIs, distributed systems, asynchronous workers and resilient messaging services
An understanding of cloud-based deployments using Kubernetes and AWS
Ability to build reliable software that can withstand unreliable environments
Can provide leadership and mentorship across small, agile teams in a very collaborative environment where your ideas are welcome
Solid analytical, communication, and organizational skills
An interest in and experience with cryptocurrencies and a passion for keeping up to date in the space
Have the drive and ability to deliver software with a high degree of automation
Proficient with version control systems and can handle development for multiple releases in parallel
Have the spirit and willingness to contribute to org level innovation
Have a learning mindset and is able to demonstrate versatility in addition to your specialization
Should have the ability to work effectively with both partners and project team members
Have Knowledge of Agile methodologies or iterative development processes
Have Knowledge of Acceptance test-driven development a plus
Have Ability to take ownership
Coach team members and take accountability for the deliverables
Excellent collaboration and Interpersonal skills
Great attitude, being a mentor, team player and effective contributor
You have Focus on productivity
Experience in Capital markets or Crypto Currency specifically with exposure to Trading, Algo Trading
Benefits
Comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support
Market-leading retirement
Generous paid time off and parental leave
Charitable giving employee match program
Educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career
Company
Fidelity Investments
Fidelity’s mission is to strengthen the financial well-being of our customers and deliver better outcomes for the clients and businesses we serve.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$152.82MKey Investors
Apple
2020-12-28Secondary Market· $2.5M
2018-01-14Secondary Market· $1M
2017-05-03Secondary Market· $12.5M
Leadership Team
Abigail Johnson
Chairman & CEO
Jeanmarie Ward
Senior Vice President of Architecture
Recent News
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