Principal Software Engineer

Jersey City, NJ, United States

Job Description: The Role

The Principal Software Engineer will be working in development and delivery of high quality, timely, and maintainable software solutions in an Agile environment which meet functional and non-functional business requirements. This role will involve partner & stakeholder engagement, design and release support.

Designing and implementing technology solutions for the Fidelity Digital Asset business

High Performance algorithms for trading / crypto trading

Working closely with our business partners to contribute to business-critical initiatives

Demonstrate software engineering excellence through continuous integration, continuous deployment,

Keeps current with IT blueprint, frameworks and technologies that would benefit us and improve our productivity; guides junior team members on technology

Collaborate with multiple customers/large cross functional teams as part of work delivery

Follows practices and contribute towards innovative solutions to increase productivity

This is a hands-on role where you will write code for product features

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required

8+ of software engineering experience

Strong background in designing and developing low latency trading systems

Experience in building matching engine, OMS/EMS or exchange-connectivity platform

Experience using kernel bypass e.g., Solarflare OpenOnLoad

Extensive experience with modern Java using zero GC pattern

Highly proficient in ultra-low latency design patterns and optimizing trading systems

Hands on experience with low latency messaging products, such as Aeron, Solace and 29West

Knowledge of WebSocket and FIX protocols

Proficient in SQL and a working knowledge of relational and time series databases

Experience with designing APIs, distributed systems, asynchronous workers and resilient messaging services

An understanding of microservice architecture and cloud-based deployments

Ability to build reliable software that can withstand unreliable environments

Can provide leadership and mentorship across small, agile teams in a very collaborative environment where your ideas are welcome

Solid analytical, communication, and organizational skills

An interest in and experience with cryptocurrencies and a passion for keeping up to date in the space

Have the drive and ability to deliver software with a high degree of automation

Proficient with version control systems and can handle development for multiple releases in parallel

Have the spirit and willingness to contribute to org level innovation

Have a learning mindset and is able to demonstrate versatility in addition to your specialization

Should have the ability to work effectively with both partners and project team members

Have knowledge of Agile methodologies or iterative development processes

Have knowledge of acceptance test-driven development a plus

Have ability to take ownership

Coach team members and take accountability for the deliverables

Excellent collaboration and Interpersonal skills

Great attitude, being a mentor, standout colleague and effective contributor

You have Focus on productivity

Experience in Capital markets or Crypto Currency specifically with exposure to Trading, Algo Trading.

The Team

Fidelity Digital Assets℠ , a Fidelity Investments Company, is developing a full-service enterprise-grade platform for storing, trading and servicing digital assets, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Fidelity Digital Assets℠ adopts an entrepreneurial culture and startup approach while serving as one of the most innovative business units within Fidelity Investments. Our global, diverse team of hundreds of forward-thinking professionals lead with agility and creativity to build solutions that bridge the gap between traditional institutional investors and their exposure to digital assets. The firm’s tenure and experience across multiple business lines present our employees with unprecedented access to knowledge, technology, and resources that help our team reshape the future of finance.

As a Principal Software Engineer you will be an integral part of the Trading Team. You’ll get the opportunity to develop your skills, collaborate across Fidelity teams and continue to learn in a fun, collaborative, iterative, and rapidly changing environment. This is a hands-on role where you will write code for product features. It is a great opportunity to build secure, scalable, resilient cloud-based services utilizing modern software development practices. You will get the opportunity to develop your skills, collaborate across Fidelity teams and continue to learn in a fun, collaborative, iterative, and rapidly changing environment.

The Fidelity Digital Assets℠ Trading Team is responsible for platform services and APIs that manage trading of crypto currency. Platform contains a crossing engine, smart router, market data aggregator among other trading modules running in low latency and high throughput environment.

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The base salary range for this position is $103,000-$218,000 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.

Certifications: Category: Information Technology

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