VP, Quant Optimization Technology
Job Description
Job Description:
The Role
We are seeking a VP, Quant Optimization Technology to join our Quantitative Research & Investments Technology (QRIT) team in Fidelity Asset Management Technology. This role will partner with the quant research and investments teams to design, build, enhance, and support a comprehensive portfolio optimization & back testing ecosystem. This individual will combine hands-on development with leading a team of software engineers and quantitative developers. The role will be reporting to the Head of QRIT and will join the QRIT leadership team.
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in a computational field such as Computer Science, Master's degree is preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of proven professional experience working in financial services (Asset Management experienced preferred)
- Experience managing teams of developers and as a player/coach
- Proven experience engaging with senior internal and external clients and partners
- Experience with Python and micro-services / RESTful APIs
- Proven ability to design highly scalable and low latency systems
- Experience working on AWS cloud environment and working knowledge of CI/CD & DevOps
- Strong experience in system architecture, design patterns and software engineering fundamentals such as OOP, functional programming, data modeling.
- Advanced understanding of data structures
- Demonstrated experience with building and customizing portfolio optimization tools
- Proven ability to capture requirements and formulate plans by partnering with various stakeholders
- Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills to influence decisions and engage across Fidelity and at all levels of the organization
The Value You Deliver
- Inspirational people leader, capable of setting strategic direction and encouraging others to deliver results and impact to achieve that strategy.
- You will partner with other Fidelity business and technology leaders to identify and define strategic priorities based on an understanding of business value needs and enable execution of these initiatives.
- You actively bring new ideas, approaches, and insights to improve the contributions of your team and enable them to develop new skills and capabilities.
- Commitment to building a balance of technology and non-technology skills to fully appreciate the broad needs of our customers.
- You are committed to ongoing development of your own expertise and knowledge to bring the latest capabilities and thinking to your team to empower others with that knowledge.
- Collaborative relationship with senior leaders in Asset Management Technology to propagate standard processes while ensuring the culture and environment supports the attraction, retention, and development of talent
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.
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Information TechnologyJob Description:
The Role
We are seeking a VP, Quant Optimization Technology to join our Quantitative Research & Investments Technology (QRIT) team in Fidelity Asset Management Technology. This role will partner with the quant research and investments teams to design, build, enhance, and support a comprehensive portfolio optimization & back testing ecosystem. This individual will combine hands-on development with leading a team of software engineers and quantitative developers. The role will be reporting to the Head of QRIT and will join the QRIT leadership team.
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in a computational field such as Computer Science, Master's degree is preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of proven professional experience working in financial services (Asset Management experienced preferred)
- Experience managing teams of developers and as a player/coach
- Proven experience engaging with senior internal and external clients and partners
- Experience with Python and micro-services / RESTful APIs
- Proven ability to design highly scalable and low latency systems
- Experience working on AWS cloud environment and working knowledge of CI/CD & DevOps
- Strong experience in system architecture, design patterns and software engineering fundamentals such as OOP, functional programming, data modeling.
- Advanced understanding of data structures
- Demonstrated experience with building and customizing portfolio optimization tools
- Proven ability to capture requirements and formulate plans by partnering with various stakeholders
- Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills to influence decisions and engage across Fidelity and at all levels of the organization
The Value You Deliver
- Inspirational people leader, capable of setting strategic direction and encouraging others to deliver results and impact to achieve that strategy.
- You will partner with other Fidelity business and technology leaders to identify and define strategic priorities based on an understanding of business value needs and enable execution of these initiatives.
- You actively bring new ideas, approaches, and insights to improve the contributions of your team and enable them to develop new skills and capabilities.
- Commitment to building a balance of technology and non-technology skills to fully appreciate the broad needs of our customers.
- You are committed to ongoing development of your own expertise and knowledge to bring the latest capabilities and thinking to your team to empower others with that knowledge.
- Collaborative relationship with senior leaders in Asset Management Technology to propagate standard processes while ensuring the culture and environment supports the attraction, retention, and development of talent
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.
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Information TechnologyAbout Fidelity Investments
At Fidelity, since our founding in 1946, we have been dedicated to strengthening and security our clients’ financial well-being through exceptional service and innovative solutions. We empower over ~50 million people to achieve their most important financial goals, manage employee benefit programs for nearly 24,000 businesses, and support more than 16,000 wealth management firms and institutions with cutting-edge investments and technology. Our diverse business portfolio and independence provide us with a comprehensive view of the market and the stability to deliver long-term value for our customers. As the financial industry evolves and customer needs grow more complex, Fidelity continues to reinvent, innovate, and transform to meet the challenges of tomorrow’s financial landscape.
*Specifically serviced by our Clearing & Custody team within Fidelity Institutional
Fidelity TalentSource, is the in-house temporary staffing provider for Fidelity Investments. Unlike traditional staffing agencies, we are an internal business unit within Fidelity’s Talent Acquisition team, dedicated to recruiting talent from various backgrounds for roles in Fidelity’s regional and investor center locations. Our mission is to help you experience Fidelity’s diverse and inclusive workplace while expanding your skill set and professional network, with the ultimate goal of conversion to full-time employment as part of Fidelity’s long-term strategy. To learn more about temporary positions at Fidelity Investments, visit FidelityTalentSource.com.
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