Job Description:

The Role

We are seeking a Quantitative Crypto Analyst to join the Fidelity Digital Asset Management business and report directly to the Head of Investments. This team of multi-disciplinary research analysts will be focused on developing frameworks for the evaluation of tokens, and the associated blockchain and protocols, that form the basis of the rapidly evolving blockchain economy. The Analyst will initially be a hybrid role focusing on both building our research coverage universe and constructing strategies.

One of the primary objectives of this team is to bring the rigor and discipline found in the best investment research teams in traditional asset management to the world of digital assets. Members of this team must have a track record of conducting high quality hands-on investment-oriented research coupled with a demonstrated knowledge of crypto and ability to apply critical thinking to evaluating utility of blockchain networks and associated protocols. The Research team's output will enable the development of passive and active investment products that allow Fidelity's customers to gain exposure to growth in this exciting new asset class.

The Value You Deliver

The Quantitative Crypto Analyst will have three main deliverables:

• Fundamental analysis and tools: Crafting "investment memos" covering technical characteristics, security, and value-accrual. Monitoring previous reviews and building tools to assess utility and risk.
• Decision tools and models: Creating quantitative tools for assessing trading and liquidity profiles of the various cryptocurrencies and tokens to inform market positioning and risk.
• Strategy development: Using data organization above, developing systematic approaches to portfolio construction, risk management and trading.

Education and Experience

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in an investment research function, with some direct experience in crypto research
• Strong background in quantitative research, including programming, time series modeling, optimizations, and machine learning
• Experience with portfolio construction for an asset manager a plus
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a closely related field is encouraged.

The Skills You Bring

• Strong hands-on research capabilities and an ability to communicate research to a broad audience
• Experience reading from or deploying EVM smart contracts
• Ability to engage with multiple investment and technology teams to establish a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to crypto and token research
• Familiarity with modern technology and programming platforms. E.g., Python, SQL and cloud-oriented data technology (AWS, Azure, S3, Snowflake)

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.

Fidelity's hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.

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.

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