VP, Quant Optimization Technology Position Available In Hudson, New Jersey

Job Description:

The RoleWe 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 BringBachelor’s degree in a computational field such as Computer Science, Master’s degree is preferredMinimum of 10 years of proven professional experience working in financial services (Asset Management experienced preferred)Experience managing teams of developers and as a player/coachProven experience engaging with senior internal and external clients and partnersExperience with Python and micro-services / RESTful APIsProven ability to design highly scalable and low latency systemsExperience working on AWS cloud environment and working knowledge of CI/CD & DevOpsStrong experience in system architecture, design patterns and software engineering fundamentals such as OOP, functional programming, data modeling.

Advanced understanding of data structuresDemonstrated experience with building and customizing portfolio optimization toolsProven ability to capture requirements and formulate plans by partnering with various stakeholdersStrong communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills to influence decisions and engage across Fidelity and at all levels of the organizationThe Value You DeliverInspirational 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

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Information TechnologyFidelity’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.

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