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Principal Software Engineer (Java, AWS, KDB+)

Fidelity Open
Jersey City Full-time Senior Engineering Leadership

At a glance

Senior Engineering Leadership role at Fidelity. Jersey City · full-time · $107,000–$216,000 base.

SalaryStated by Fidelity
$107,000 – $216,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleEngineering Leadership
SenioritySenior
LocationJersey City
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$107,000–$216,000
PostedOct 12, 2026
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Build and release maintainable software for regulatory reporting, meeting business and technical requirements
  • Develop platform services and APIs that process equity and options trading data for daily FINRA reports
  • Write product code and support design and releases in an agile delivery process
  • Use continuous integration and deployment practices to improve software quality and delivery
  • Guide junior engineers and coordinate delivery with business partners and cross-functional teams

What you bring

  • A computer science degree or a related qualification, plus at least ten years in software engineering
  • Deep KDB+ development experience and strong Java skills, with working ability in Linux and Python
  • Experience building large reporting platforms and handling high volumes of data
  • You can design APIs and distributed systems, and build resilient services for on-premises and cloud deployments

Who this fits

This is a hands-on senior engineering role that includes mentoring and technical guidance across small, agile teams. The position is based in Jersey City, and Fidelity is moving toward full-time onsite work, with expectations varying by role and location. Fidelity will not sponsor work immigration for this position.

From the employer

Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Job Description:

The Role

Software Engineer 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.

  • Designing and implementing technology solutions for the Fidelity Capital Markets Regulatory Reporting business
  • 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

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field required
  • At least 10 years of software engineering experience
  • Strong background in designing and developing large Reporting Platforms.
  • Extensive experience with KDB+
  • Proficient in Linux , python and Java
  • Familiar with Control M
  • Highly proficient in managing High volume of data set.
  • 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 on Prem and cloud-based deployments
  • 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 is able to 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 Focus on productivity
  • Experience in Capital markets or Crypto Currency specifically with exposure to Trading, Algo Trading.

The Team

As a Software Engineer you will be an integral part of the Regulatory Reporting team. 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 on Prem and cloud-based services utilizing modern software development practices. You will get the opportunity to develop your skills, collaborate across Fidelity teams and continue to learn in a fun, collaborative, iterative, and rapidly changing environment.

The Fidelity Regulatory Reporting Team is responsible for platform services and APIs that report CAT 605 and 606 reporting to FINRA. Platform contains highly advanced KDB software that ingests high volumes of equity and options trading data and generates relevant reports and sends it to FINRA daily.


Fidelity’s Onsite Working Model
Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.

The base salary range for this position is $107,000-216,000 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.

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