Trading Architect - Front Office Trading

About the role

Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
The Expertise And Skills You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 5 - 10 years of experience.
Strong background in designing and developing low latency trading systems.
Experience in building market data, SOR, Algo and exchange-connectivity platforms.
Experience using kernel bypass e.g., Solarflare Open Onload.
Extensive experience with modern Java using zero GC patterns.
Hightly 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 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 space.

Responsibilities

• Design and build software for our trading platform at Fidelity Digital Assets®.
• Set technical direction.
• Engage with our chief architect and head of engineering to drive overall architecture of the Fidelity Digital Assets® platform.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 5 - 10 years of experience.
• Strong background in designing and developing low latency trading systems.
• Experience in building market data, SOR, Algo and exchange-connectivity platforms.
• Experience using kernel bypass e.g., Solarflare Open Onload.
• Extensive experience with modern Java using zero GC patterns.
• Hightly 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 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 space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 5 - 10 years of experience.

Skills

• Modern Java using zero GC patterns.
• Ultra-low latency design patterns and optimizing trading systems.
• Low latency messaging products, such as Aeron, Solace and 29West.
• WebSocket and FIX protocols.
• SQL and relational and time series databases.
• Designing APIs, distributed systems, asynchronous workers and resilient messaging services.
• Microservice architecture and cloud-based deployments.
• Building reliable software that can withstand unreliable environments.
• Leadership and mentorship across small, agile teams in a very collaborative environment.
• Solid analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• An interest in and experience with cryptocurrencies and a passion for keeping up to date in space.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support.
• Market-leading retirement.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave.
• Charitable giving employee match program.
• Educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $126,000-255,000 USD 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.

Schedule

Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.