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Principal Software Engineer

Fidelity Investments

Principal Software Engineer

full-timePosted: Aug 14, 2026Updated: Sep 2, 2026NJ, Jersey City

Job Description

Job Description:Quant Developer – AI / KDB / Python The TeamFidelity Wealth’s Trade Management Engineering group is responsible for building world-class electronic trading solutions for Fidelity’s Capital Markets division. We are a high-performing, fast-paced technology team working with cutting-edge tools to deliver low-latency, high-throughput trading platforms. Our work spans across internal and external teams to build seamless, end-to-end electronic trading workflows.The RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced software engineer to lead the design and development of next-generation trading systems. This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on building scalable, resilient, and high-performance trading infrastructure. You’ll collaborate across teams, mentor engineers, and drive innovation in a mission-critical environment.Design, develop, and optimize KDB databases and q analytics for high‑volume trading and market dataDevelop Python-based AI and quantitative models for research, prediction, classification, and signal generationApply machine learning techniques to time‑series data (feature engineering, model training, evaluation)Build research and backtesting frameworks integrating AI models with historical dataTranslate quantitative and ML research into robust, production-ready systemsIntegrate AI models into real-time and batch pipelinesOptimize analytics and model evaluation for performance, stability, and scalabilityCollaborate with quants, product owners, and engineering teams on model deployment and monitoringThe Expertise You Have:Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent.10 years professional experience in quantitative finance or trading systemsAdvanced proficiency in KDB/q, including:Time‑series data modelingHigh‑performance querying and joinsReal‑time and historical analyticsStrong Python skills for:Quantitative analysisAI / ML model developmentIntegration with KDB and downstream systemsExperience working with large-scale, high‑frequency, or noisy datasetsSolid software engineering practices (Git, testing, modular design)Worked with AI developer assist tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot).Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub, Maven, Jenkins, Artifactory, and uDeploy.Hands-on experience in AWS or other cloud platforms.Familiarity with object-oriented programming languages such as JavaExperience in Linux, shell scripting, and production support experience The Skills You Bring:A strong quantitative mindset with practical AI application skillsAbility to bridge research, machine learning, and production systemsComfort working on front‑office or research-critical infrastructureClear communicator with quants, traders, and engineersWillingness to support production systems and participate in on-call rotations, including occasional weekend support.Fidelity’s Onsite Working ModelFidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.The base salary range for this position is $107,000-216,000 USD 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.Certifications:Category:Information Technology

Locations

  • NJ, Jersey City

Salary

107,000 - 216,000 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • quantitative financeintermediate
  • KDB/qintermediate
  • CI/CD tools such as GitHubintermediate
  • AWSintermediate
  • object-oriented programming languages such as Javaintermediate
  • Linuxintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent. (degree in mathematics)
  • 10 years professional experience in quantitative finance or trading systems (experience, 10 years)
  • Advanced proficiency in KDB/q, including:Time‑series data modelingHigh‑performance querying and joinsReal‑time and historical analytics (experience)
  • Strong Python skills for:Quantitative analysisAI / ML model developmentIntegration with KDB and downstream systemsExperience working with large-scale, high‑frequency, or noisy datasetsSolid software engineering practices (Git, testing, modular design) (experience)
  • Worked with AI developer assist tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot). (experience)
  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub, Maven, Jenkins, Artifactory, and uDeploy. (experience)
  • Hands-on experience in AWS or other cloud platforms. (experience)
  • Familiarity with object-oriented programming languages such as Java (experience)
  • Experience in Linux, shell scripting, and production support experience (experience)

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