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Fidelity Investments

Principal Quantitative Developer

Boston, MA

Job Description:

The Role

As one of the principal quant developer on the team, you blend investment management and technical expertise with a passion for delivering results. You will be 'embedded' within the quantitative research team and you will partner with the investment teams on various projects including risk management and portfolio construction. You will build high quality, robust, and efficient technology solutions that will help in defining risk for the alternative investment processes.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree (or above) in a quantitative or computational field such as Statistics, Computer Science or Applied Mathematics
  • 6 + years of experience in analytical models and working with investment professionals
  • Knowledge of portfolio risk analytics
  • Domain knowledge in either equities, fixed income or alternative asset classes
  • Deep understanding of quantitative techniques and methods, statistics and econometrics - including probability, linear regression and time series data analysis
  • Consistent track record in hands-on development of analytical solutions
  • Full-stack software development knowledge.
  • Technical and programming skills including Python, pandas, numpy, SQL and Linux.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with multiple collaborators, including fundamental and quantitative researchers, technology partners and senior management
  • Thoughtfully apply advanced analytics and quantitative concepts to support investment needs and develop new solutions.
  • Lead the implementation of a research project through the entire software development lifecycle using a full-stack implementation.
  • Add scale, rigor, and repeatability to research through software development standard methodologies.
  • Assist Research teams in developing new models and products that will provide an advantage to the organization in the marketplace.
  • Adept at detecting scope changes and escalating issues

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The Team

Quantitative Development team is part of Asset Management's Quantitative Research & Investment Technology group that partners with the investment teams in Fidelity Asset Management Solutions on various projects including portfolio construction, risk management, and alpha research. We create high quality, robust, and efficient high-responsive solutions that are used to enhance Fidelity productivity and decision-making processes.

The base salary range for this position is $85,000-$179,000 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.

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Company Overview

Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients' money.

Join Us

At Fidelity, you'll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples' lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award, we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don't need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity-we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you've always imagined.

Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks).

At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document, and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine.

We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at fidelitycareers.com.

Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.

Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations@fmr.com, or by calling 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 3.

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, USA; Jersey City, NJ, USA; Smithfield, RI, USA; Merrimack, NH, USA
Job ID: Fidelity-2092095
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program

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