Tech Lead / Architect

Tech Lead / Architect

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Be part of a cross-functional Fidelity Center for Applied Technology team working to conceptualize, create, test and deploy innovative solutions.

As the innovation engine for Fidelity, we prototype and pilot new businesses and capabilities that continue to distinguish our brand as the best customer experience in the financial services industry. We combine the fast pace of a startup environment with the stability and growth potential of one of the largest companies in the financial services industry. See what we’re up to at https : / / www.fcatalyst.com / overview

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This position will be located in Durham, NC.

The Expertise We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree Computer Science or other related field

15 years of software development

Architected, designed and built enterprise scale systems

Conversant in data science concepts; able to lead development of integrated software & AI solutions.

Extensive integration with 3rd party platforms using industry standard protocols

Demonstrated technical leadership experience

The Purpose of Your Role

The Technical Leader is a key role on the Incubator team. The Technical Leader is responsible for working closely with the business to understand the requirements and then architect, design and lead the development of pilots and new products; frequently in collaboration with 3rd-parties. Candidates must be comfortable working in a fast paced and highly ambiguous environment working with emerging technologies, high risks and uncertainty.

The Skills You Bring

Proven leadership and strong technical skills

Proven ability to build a strong, positive culture managing a team technology professionals

Proven track record designing, scale and building complex end-to-end systems

Ability to lead a small development team and resolve technical / design issues

Experience working closely with business partners and providing the appropriate system solutions to the development team

Strong Object-Oriented analysis and design skills

Full stack Engineer with strong experience in front-end technologies like AngularJs, Bootstrap etc. & middle tier technologies like Java, NodeJs, Python.

Experience with both SQL based and NoSQL databases.

Knowledge of cloud computing environments, applications and tools

Excellent written and verbal communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal skills

Experience and knowledge of both waterfall and Agile / iterative software delivery methodologies

Ability to clearly convey information to a broad array of technical and non-technical audience

Exceptional sense of customer service

Motivated, self-directed, results oriented

The Value You Deliver

Work closely with the business to develop prototypes, pilots, and full-scale applications

Serve as a lead in the design and implementation of enterprise applications

Provide thought-leadership on technology solutions and ideas to support business goals

Provide technical leadership to all team members

Raise issues and risks to executive management for timely resolution

Mentor junior team members

How Your Work Impacts the Organization

As a senior member of the FCAT Artificial Intelligence Incubator, you will help understand, develop and test the data enabled capabilities, products and services of Fidelity’s future. You will have responsibility for solution design and solving key technical challenges while working across different teams and mentoring team members. You will oversee key platform capabilities critical to successful integration of artificial intelligence design architectures with emerging technologies like web3 as well as augmented and virtual reality.

You will apply your technical leadership to vast and varied data sets on one of the industry’s leading developmental networks. The role will be a core leader of an AI / ML focused incubator team consisting of Product Management, Data Science, Product Design, Design Strategy, Engineering and System Architecture professionals, all focused on developing capabilities, products and services to improve investment outcomes and enrich the customer experience.

COVID Work Policy

Safety is our top priority. Once we can be together in person with fewer safety measures, this role will follow our dynamic working approach. You’ll be spending some of your time onsite depending on the nature and needs of your role.

Dynamic Working – Post Pandemic

Our aim is to combine the best of working offsite with coming together in person. For most teams this means a consistent balance of working from home and office that supports the needs of your role, experience level, and working style.

Your success and growth is important to us, so you’ll want to enjoy the benefits of coming together in person – face to face learning and training, quality time with your manager and teammates, building your career network, making friends, and taking full advantage of cultural and social experiences Fidelity provides for you.

Company Overview

Fidelity TalentSource, formerly Veritude, is the in-house temporary staffing provider for Fidelity Investments, one of the largest and most diversified global financial services firms in the industry. We recruit individuals from a variety of backgrounds, including technology and customer service, to fill assignments across Fidelity’s U.S.-based regional and investor center locations. If you would like to experience Fidelity’s diverse and inclusive workplace while expanding your abilities and developing your professional network, consider a role with Fidelity TalentSource.

For information about working at Fidelity TalentSource, visit FTSJobs.com.

Fidelity TalentSource will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments in order to complete the application or interview process. Please email us at HR@ftsjobs.com

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if you would like to request an accommodation.

Information about Fidelity Investments

At Fidelity, we are focused on 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.

Fidelity Investments and Fidelity TalentSource are equal opportunity employers.

Company Overview

Fidelity TalentSource is the in-house temporary staffing provider for Fidelity Investments, one of the largest and most diversified global financial services firms in the industry. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including technology and customer service, to fill assignments across Fidelity’s U.S.-based regional and investor center locations. If you would like to experience Fidelity’s supportive and collaborative culture while expanding your skill set and developing your professional network, consider a role with Fidelity TalentSource. Apply today at FTSJobs.com.

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 TalentSource will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, please contact our HR team at HR@ ftsjobs.com.

Information about Fidelity Investments

At Fidelity Investments, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As a privately held company with a rich 75-year history, our mission has remained the same since our founding : to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients’ money. For information about working at Fidelity, visit FidelityCareers.com.

Fidelity Investments and Fidelity TalentSource are equal opportunity employers.