VP of Innovation

Fidelity Investments•Jersey City, NJ

2d•$130,000 - $264,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Role At the Fidelity Centre for Applied Technology (FCAT) our mission is to Propel Fidelity into the Future. We are inventing and building solutions for the next generation. This role is a senior innovation leadership position responsible for identifying, incubating, and bringing emerging technologies into real-world use inside and outside Fidelity. The role focuses on applied artificial intelligence, blockchain, and other emerging technologies, translating research and early prototypes into scalable, production-ready solutions used across FCAT’s and Fidelity’s business lines. This position ensures FCAT and Fidelity stays ahead in financial technology innovation while managing emerging risks and turning new technologies into practical, scalable capabilities for the firm. The key being to help act as a catalyst to implement swift solutions as directed by Head of FCAT, Head of FCAT Ecosystem, Head of FCAT Fintech, and appropriate Fidelity BU leadership. The Expertise and Skills You Bring Qualifications 10 years of experience supporting software-as-a-service businesses and experience with data protection, digital asset, and AI related laws and regulations Familiarity with or interest in learning about SEC, FINRA, FTC, CFTC and/or state level rules and regulation 15 years of experience or equivalent with a preference for a background in financial services, data analytics and AI Intellectual curiosity, passion for learning, and the ability to collaborate with teams focused on advanced data-science based technologies Ability to build relationships with decision makers and senior leaders across the organization Outstanding analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Experience leading complex technology initiatives, cloud transformations, and applied AI programs. Strong understanding of scalable architectures, AI/ML lifecycles, distributedystems, and emerging security approaches. Background in building partnerships and working within innovation ecosystems. Practical, forward-looking mindset with a focus on real business outcomes. Enterprise Technology Strategy and Applied Innovation Set direction for how AI, blockchain and other emerging technologies are applied across Fidelity. Identify and assess high-impact use cases—such as trading, risk management, operations, and fraud detection—across brokerage, asset management, and enterprise platforms. Develop practical frameworks and reference architectures that help teams adopt new technologies responsibly and efficiently. Incubation and Experimentation Leadership Lead cross-functional teams to test, validate, and scale new technology initiatives. Drive development of reusable platforms, AI/ML pipelines, and blockchain-based solutions that can be adopted broadly. Guide prototype into secure, compliant, and production-ready systems. Executive Advisory and Enterprise Influence Advise senior leaders on technology investments, emerging risks, and innovation opportunities. Contribute to enterprise technology standards, modernization efforts, and long-term risk management strategies. Works with external partners, industry groups, and innovation forums when appropriate. Ecosystem Partnerships and External Engagement Build and maintain relationships with cloud providers, fintech partners, LLM providers, blockchain innovators, and research institutions. Evaluate external solutions to accelerate delivery while maintaining Fidelity’s standards for risk, security, and control. Stay current on emerging technology trends and share insights across FCAT and the broader organization. Architecture and Platform Guidance Promote scalable, secure, and resilient architectures that integrate emerging technologies into existing platforms. Encourage strong practices in MLOps, model governance, compliance, and secure development. Ensure new technologies are adopted in ways that align with regulatory, operational, and risk requirements. Organizational Impact Act as a connector across business, technology, and research teams to move ideas into execution. Mentor junior technologists across FCAT. Help strengthen FCAT’s role as Fidelity’s center for applied innovation and forward-looking technology thinking. Strategic Intent of the Role This role establishes a focused innovation mandate within FCAT to help Fidelity evaluate, test, and operationalize emerging technologies in a disciplined way. The goal is not experimentation for its own sake, but building capabilities that strengthen Fidelity’s competitive position, improve efficiency, and ensure the firm is well prepared for future technology shifts.

Requirements

10 years of experience supporting software-as-a-service businesses and experience with data protection, digital asset, and AI related laws and regulations
Familiarity with or interest in learning about SEC, FINRA, FTC, CFTC and/or state level rules and regulation
15 years of experience or equivalent with a preference for a background in financial services, data analytics and AI
Intellectual curiosity, passion for learning, and the ability to collaborate with teams focused on advanced data-science based technologies
Ability to build relationships with decision makers and senior leaders across the organization
Outstanding analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience leading complex technology initiatives, cloud transformations, and applied AI programs.
Strong understanding of scalable architectures, AI/ML lifecycles, distributedystems, and emerging security approaches.
Background in building partnerships and working within innovation ecosystems.
Practical, forward-looking mindset with a focus on real business outcomes.

Responsibilities

Set direction for how AI, blockchain and other emerging technologies are applied across Fidelity.
Identify and assess high-impact use cases—such as trading, risk management, operations, and fraud detection—across brokerage, asset management, and enterprise platforms.
Develop practical frameworks and reference architectures that help teams adopt new technologies responsibly and efficiently.
Lead cross-functional teams to test, validate, and scale new technology initiatives.
Drive development of reusable platforms, AI/ML pipelines, and blockchain-based solutions that can be adopted broadly.
Guide prototype into secure, compliant, and production-ready systems.
Advise senior leaders on technology investments, emerging risks, and innovation opportunities.
Contribute to enterprise technology standards, modernization efforts, and long-term risk management strategies.
Works with external partners, industry groups, and innovation forums when appropriate.
Build and maintain relationships with cloud providers, fintech partners, LLM providers, blockchain innovators, and research institutions.
Evaluate external solutions to accelerate delivery while maintaining Fidelity’s standards for risk, security, and control.
Stay current on emerging technology trends and share insights across FCAT and the broader organization.
Promote scalable, secure, and resilient architectures that integrate emerging technologies into existing platforms.
Encourage strong practices in MLOps, model governance, compliance, and secure development.
Ensure new technologies are adopted in ways that align with regulatory, operational, and risk requirements.
Act as a connector across business, technology, and research teams to move ideas into execution.
Mentor junior technologists across FCAT.
Help strengthen FCAT’s role as Fidelity’s center for applied innovation and forward-looking technology thinking.

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

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