Senior Software Engineer/Developer
at Fidelity Investments
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Senior Software Engineer/Developer responsible for updating data, supporting internal conversions, and contributing to mainframe modernization by developing mainframe applications. Uses distributed technologies (SnapLogic, Snowflake, Java, Angular, Python, AWS) to migrate applications to modern platforms and conducts testing and QA with COBOL, DB2, JCL, and VSAM. Analyzes requirements and produces technical specifications, designs applications across multiple projects, and works in an Agile environment with Jira. Develops data access methods and SQL/JCL jobs to manage backend data while supporting conversion and deconversion activities (including mergers and acquisitions).
Job Description:
Position Description:
Processes data updates, supports internal conversion events, and contributes to mainframe modernization efforts by developing mainframe applications. Implements distributed technologies -- SnapLogic, Snowflake, JAVA, Angular, Python, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) -- to migrate applications to modernized platforms. Facilitates the testing and quality assurance of mainframe applications using mainframe tools (Common Business-Oriented Language (COBOL), DB2, Job Control Language (JCL), and Virtual Storage Access Method (VSAM)). Carries out detailed analysis and prepares technical specification documents that explain technical solutions and list mainframe technologies (COBOL, JCL, CICS, and DB2), to be used while implementing the solution. Works in an Agile environment using Agile development methodology and Jira. Creates custom SQL queries for data access and to communicate with backend DB2/IDMS databases. Writes custom SQL/JCL jobs to insert, update, or delete data in the backend system. Provides business solutions by developing complex or multiple software applications.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develops software system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation.
- Develops original and creative technical solutions to on-going development efforts.
- Designs applications or subsystems on major projects and for/in multiple platforms.
- Develops applications for multiple projects supporting several divisional initiatives.
- Supports and performs all phases of testing leading to implementation.
- Assists in the planning and conducting of user acceptance testing.
- Develops comprehensive documentation for multiple applications supporting several corporate initiatives.
- Responsible for post-installation testing of any problems.
- Establishes project plans for projects of moderate scope.
- Works on complex assignments and often multiple phases of a project.
- Performs independent and complex technical and functional analysis for multiple projects supporting several initiatives.
- Responds to client requests by supporting conversion and deconversion activities, including processing data updates, supporting internal conversions events (including mergers and acquisitions).
- Creates work breakdown structures to plan projects effectively.
- Participates in SPRINT planning meetings to define delivery time estimation and to own the stories for development.
- Creates data access methods to return requested data in datasets or databases.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Computer Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and three (3) years of experience as a Senior Software Engineer/Developer (or closely related occupation) performing mainframe software development using COBOL, DB2, IDMS, CICS and JCL in a financial and technology services environment.
Or, alternatively, Master’s degree in Applied Computer Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and one (1) year of experience as a Senior Software Engineer/Developer (or closely related occupation) performing mainframe software development using COBOL, DB2, IDMS, CICS and JCL in a financial and technology services environment.
Skills and Knowledge:
Candidate must also possess:
- Demonstrated Expertise (“DE”) implementing all aspects of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) -- delivering enterprise-wide solutions using Cobol, Easytrieve, Endeavor, FileAid, and JCL in an Agile environment while collaborating with product owners to build an itemized backlog, using JIRA or Team Foundation Server (TFS).
- DE performing software development and maintenance of critical applications in a mainframe environment, using COBOL and DB2; writing business logic and calculations using COBOL; and writing Structured Query Language (SQL) queries using joins and performance tuning in a relational database environment—DB2.
- DE identifying timely resolutions for critical incidents, implementing recovery actions, and carrying out root-cause analysis within a production environment, using System Display and Search Facility (SDSF), Report Management and Distribution System (RMDS), or Datadog; and analyzing available log files to develop logical conclusions and recommend alternative configurations, using Endeavor.
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Information TechnologyMost 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.
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.
Company overview
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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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).
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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.
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16-week maternity leave & 12-week parental leave
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