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Fidelity Investments · 19 hours ago

Quantitative Equity Research Analyst

Fidelity Investments is a leading financial services company, seeking a Quantitative Analyst to join their Systematic Equity Strategies group. The role involves developing and enhancing quantitative stock selection models, conducting rigorous data analysis, and collaborating with team members to improve investment processes and outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Improving performance of stock selection models though idea generation, rigorous empirical analysis and back-testing. Investigate large structured as well as novel data sources to generate alpha
Actively participating in the team’s research agenda and taking responsibility for the full life cycle of each project from idea generation, research design, back-testing and portfolio simulations, to implementation
Partnering closely with other team members to enhance the investment process by investigating techniques to improve portfolio construction and optimization
Implementing quantitatively based equity models, transaction cost modeling, risk mitigation as well as evaluating and developing new risk models
Working in a collaborative team environment that integrates quant research, technology and trading and drive improvements to quant infrastructure and technology platform

Qualification

Quantitative equity researchEconometricsProgramming skillsData ScienceData VisualizationMulti-factor modelsPortfolio optimizationFinancial databasesPresentation skillsCommunication skills

Required

7-10+ years of hands-on experience in quantitative equity research, ideally at a systematic asset manager or hedge fund
Deep understanding of econometrics, mathematics, and hands-on programming skills along with a passion for investing in the financial markets
Strong Data Science, Data Visualization skills. Proficiency with programming languages and statistical software (e.g., Python, R, SQL, Tableau)
Deep knowledge of various financial and economic databases like Compustat, Worldscope, IBES etc. Experience with financial packages, portfolio optimization and management tools (e.g., FactSet, Bloomberg, Axioma, Barra)
Ability to think independently with good economic intuition as well as strong presentation and communication skills

Preferred

Relevant experience with multi-factor models, quant equity portfolio construction, TCA, market impact modeling and strong equity microstructure knowledge preferred
An advanced degree, Masters or Ph.D. (preferred), in finance, quantitative economics, statistics, computer science, math, or the physical sciences

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

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Fidelity’s mission is to strengthen the financial well-being of our customers and deliver better outcomes for the clients and businesses we serve.

H1B Sponsorship

Fidelity Investments has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (8)
2023 (4)
2022 (6)
2021 (8)
2020 (30)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$152.82M
Key Investors
Apple
2020-12-28Secondary Market· $2.5M
2018-01-14Secondary Market· $1M
2017-05-03Secondary Market· $12.5M

Leadership Team

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Abigail Johnson
Chairman & CEO
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Jeanmarie Ward
Senior Vice President of Architecture
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