Principal Business Analyst
About The Position
We are seeking a Principal Business Analyst to be at the forefront of innovation—leading product development within one of the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology (FCAT)’s incubators. These incubators are where visionary ideas meet cutting-edge technology, transforming concepts into proofs of concept (POCs), pilots, minimum viable products (MVPs), and, ultimately, scaled solutions that redefine the marketplace. This role demands a highly skilled business analyst with a passion for Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI (GenAI), Large Language Models (LLMs), and Prompt Engineering. You’ll be part of a dynamic team that conceives, designs, and builds disruptive products—driving innovation that impacts Fidelity and the industry at large. If you thrive in fast-paced, startup-like environments and have a proven track record of delivering POCs and prototypes, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. This role reports to the Director of Business / Systems Analysis within FCAT and is a critical member of the FCAT Product group, which develops innovative products and services leveraging Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies. This role will help grow the FCAT practice of leveraging AI for product development. The findings from FCAT may influence the broader Fidelity organization’s adoption of these types of new and emerging technologies. 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 Best Place to Work in 2023. 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. At Fidelity, our goal is for most people to work flexibly in a way that balances both personal and business needs with time onsite and offsite through what we’re calling Dynamic Working. Most associates will have a hybrid schedule with a requirement to work onsite at a Fidelity work location for at least one week, 5 consecutive days, every four weeks. These requirements are subject to change. At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want! We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associates for their unique perspectives and experiences.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, computer science, engineering, IT, information systems, mathematics, physics, or a related field
- 6+ years of experience in agile business analysis, with at least 3+ years driving AI/GenAI initiatives
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex business needs into clear requirements, build strong partnerships, and collaborate with engineering teams on test plans and validation
- Proven leadership skills to guide stakeholders and train teams on new solutions and architectures
- Hands-on experience leading POCs and prototypes to validate innovative ideas and accelerate product development
- Background in startups or new product development within large organizations
Responsibilities
- Lead analysis for POCs, pilots, and production-ready products within FCAT
- Collaborate closely with developers, designers, product owners, data scientists, and engineers to translate complex business needs into actionable technical stories
- Research emerging technologies and envision their impact on Fidelity and its customers
- Help prioritize initiatives across POCs, pilots, and scaled products
- Apply exceptional communication and collaboration skills to align business goals with technical execution across cross-functional teams.
- Work in an agile environment, with a focus on rapid prototyping and iteration
Benefits
- flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
