VP, Quant Optimization Technology

Fidelity Investments • Merrimack, NH

149d

About The Position

We 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a computational field such as Computer Science; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of proven professional experience in financial services, preferably in Asset Management.
• Experience managing teams of developers and acting as a player/coach.
• Proven experience with Python and micro-services / RESTful APIs.
• Ability to design highly scalable and low latency systems.
• Experience working on AWS cloud environment and knowledge of CI/CD & DevOps.
• Strong experience in system architecture, design patterns, and software engineering fundamentals.
• Advanced understanding of data structures.
• Demonstrated experience with building and customizing portfolio optimization tools.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with quant research and investments teams to design, build, enhance, and support a portfolio optimization & back testing ecosystem.
• Lead a team of software engineers and quantitative developers.
• Engage with senior internal and external clients and partners.
• Capture requirements and formulate plans by partnering with various stakeholders.
• Identify and define strategic priorities based on business value needs.
• Encourage team members to deliver results and impact to achieve strategic goals.
• Propagate standard processes while ensuring a supportive culture for talent development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Master's degree