Principal Trading Engineer (Java, Algo, SOR)
at Fidelity Investments
Posted 6 days ago
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- Compensation
- $126,000 – $255,000 USD
- City
- Not specified
- Country
- United States
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Principal Trading Engineer for Crypto Trading based in Jersey City, NJ. This is a hands-on, senior individual contributor role focused on designing and delivering high-quality, low-latency Java trading solutions, including algo trading and SOR. You will write code for product features, lead technical direction with other tech leads and architecture, and collaborate with business partners in an Agile environment to advance Fidelity Digital Assets' trading platform. The role emphasizes secure, scalable, cloud-based services and continuous integration/deployment.
Job Description:
Principal Trading Engineer (Java, Algo, SOR)
We are currently sourcing for a Principal Trading Engineer (Java, Algo, SOR) for Crypto Trading to work in Jersey City, NJ.
The Role
The Principal Trading Engineer (Java, Algo, SOR) will be working in development and delivery of high quality, timely and maintainable software solutions in an Agile environment which meet functional and non-functional business requirements. This role will involve partner & stakeholder engagement, design and release support. In this role, you will be an integral part of the Trading Team where you’ll get the opportunity to develop your skills, collaborate across Fidelity teams and continue to learn in a fun, collaborative, iterative, and rapidly changing environment. This is a hands-on role where you will write code for product features. It is a great opportunity to build secure, scalable, resilient cloud-based services utilizing modern software development practices.
This is a hands-on, individual contributor role where you will be responsible for:
Designing and implementing technology solutions for the Fidelity Digital Assets® business
High Performance algorithms for trading / crypto trading
Working closely with our business partners to contribute to business-critical initiatives
Demonstrate software engineering excellence through continuous integration, continuous deployment
Keeps current with IT blueprint, frameworks and technologies that would benefit us and improve our productivity; guides junior team members on technology
Collaborate with multiple stakeholders/large cross functional teams as part of work delivery
Follows practices and contribute towards innovative solutions to increase productivity
This is a hands-on role where you will write code for product features
Set technical direction for software developers by concluding design with other tech leads and architecture
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field required
10+ years of trading engineering experience
Experience in Capital markets or cryptocurrency specifically with exposure to Trading, Algo Trading
Strong background in designing and developing low latency trading systems
Knowledge of WebSocket and FIX protocols
Experience in building matching engine, OMS/EMS or exchange-connectivity platform
Experience using kernel bypass e.g. Solarflare OpenOnLoad
Extensive experience with modern Java using zero GC pattern
Highly proficient in ultra-low latency design patterns and optimizing trading systems
Hands on experience with low latency messaging products, such as Aeron, Solace or 29West
Proficient in SQL and a working knowledge of relational and time series databases
Experience with designing APIs, distributed systems, asynchronous workers and resilient messaging services
An understanding of microservice architecture and cloud-based deployments
An understanding of sequencer architecture
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 the space
Have the drive and ability to deliver software with a high degree of automation
Proficient with version control systems and can handle development for multiple releases in parallel
Have the spirit and willingness to contribute to org level innovation
Have a learning mindset and can demonstrate versatility in addition to your specialization
Should have the ability to work effectively with both partners and project team members
Have knowledge of Agile methodologies or iterative development processes
Have knowledge of Acceptance test-driven development a plus.
Have ability to take ownership
Coach team members and take accountability for the deliverables
Excellent collaboration and Interpersonal skills
Great attitude, being a mentor, team player and effective contributor
You have a focus on productivity
The Team
Fidelity Digital Assets®, a Fidelity Investments Company, is developing a full-service enterprise-grade platform for storing, trading and servicing digital assets, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Fidelity Digital Assets® adopts an entrepreneurial culture and startup approach while serving as one of the most innovative business units within Fidelity Investments. Our global, diverse team of hundreds of forward-thinking professionals lead with agility and creativity to build solutions that bridge the gap between traditional institutional investors and their exposure to digital assets. The firm’s tenure and experience across multiple business lines present our employees with unprecedented access to knowledge, technology, and resources that help our team reshape the future of finance.
The Fidelity Digital Asset Trading Team is responsible for platform services and APIs that manage trading of cryptocurrency. Platform contains a crossing engine and a smart router that would connect and send client orders to other exchanges and liquidity providers. In addition to aggregating market data and routing orders the platform also includes multiple internal/external facing user interfaces and API and services to support the platform.
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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.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include 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. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.
Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.
Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles.
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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. For information about working at Fidelity, visit FidelityCareers.com. Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to complete the application or interview process.
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About Fidelity
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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 2026. 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.
Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks).
We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at fidelitycareers.com.
Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.
Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations@fmr.com, or by calling 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 3.
At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine.
Benefits that adapt to everything life sends your way
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
16-week maternity leave & 12-week parental leave
Student loan assistance
Fidelity is invested in you
Committed to Professional Development
At Fidelity, we are constantly adapting to the changing needs of our customers, new technologies, and better ways of working. And we empower our employees to do the same, with an emphasis on developing skills and connections that will help propel you forward in your career while being able to make an impact for Fidelity’s customers around the world.
We offer a wide range of options for professional development including online, in-person, and mentor driven solutions. Special interest and networking groups are also part of our culture of empowerment, personal and professional enrichment, diversity and inclusion, and knowledge sharing.
Continuing Education & Training
- Assess, build, and align your development plan through resources like our skill-building classroom and online courses.
- Video-based training for technology, leadership, management & more.
- Ongoing skills development and coaching opportunities.
- Paid training with a facilitator who is dedicated to your onboarding and will track and evaluate your progress, giving you strategies to improve.
- A range of talent development programs to support career mobility.
Mentoring
- Utilize the skills of experienced leaders to enrich your career.
- Dedicated mentors to help you grow into new areas of Fidelity’s business as you develop new skills.
- An open atmosphere of knowledge sharing and collaboration.
- Opportunities to pay it forward, sharing the knowledge you develop and as you help others define how they want their career to take shape.
Our Commitment
Discover opportunities to build a fulfilling career within a supportive culture that celebrates individuality. We empower our associates to pursue career paths that align with their unique goals and personalities.
Giving back to our communities
Throughout Fidelity, you’ll find a genuine commitment to social responsibility – where we strive to make an impact for customers, while also making an impact on the world.
Fidelity Cares
- Provides associates with opportunities to actively volunteer and share their talents.
- Hosts numerous company-wide volunteer events (in-person and virtual).
- Partners with nonprofit organizations to support our local communities.
- More than 12,500 associates donate time annually – from interns to SVPs.
- Impact includes refurbishing schools, donating books and supplies, and teaching financial literacy.
Fidelity Charitable®
- Created to make it easy for people to support charitable organizations they care about.
- Helped deliver $14.9billion in donor-recommended grants to charity in 2024.
- Supported more than 433,000 unique charities around the world.
- Since its inception, more than $100 billion has been given to public charities.
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