About the role

  • Director of Quantitative Development designing high-impact tech solutions for systematic investment strategies. Collaborating within quantitative research team on robust systems and innovation in investment technology.

Responsibilities

  • The Systematic Liquid Alternatives Quant Development team within Fidelity’s Asset Management Technology group is seeking an experienced Director of Quantitative Development to design and deliver high-impact technology solutions for systematic investment strategies.
  • This senior individual contributor role is embedded within the quantitative research team, enabling close collaboration with researchers and portfolio managers to prototype and implement robust, scalable systems.
  • You will own the full development lifecycle—from research prototypes to production deployment and ongoing support—while driving innovation in areas such as back-testing frameworks, portfolio construction tools, risk analytics, and data engineering.
  • This is a hands-on role requiring deep technical expertise, strong quantitative knowledge, and the ability to influence technology strategy in a fast-paced, research-driven environment.

Requirements

  • Advanced Python development (full stack) with strong OOP and design pattern knowledge.
  • Proven experience building distributable Python libraries and frameworks
  • Solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, and quantitative finance
  • Deep understanding of systematic strategies (managed futures, trend-following, alternative risk premia) and derivatives markets
  • Experience with back-testing frameworks, portfolio risk analytics, and research-to-production workflows.
  • Skilled in SQL and modern database technologies (Oracle, Snowflake preferred)
  • Experience with release management, including CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and regression testing.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to engage effectively with researchers, investment professionals, and senior leadership
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
  • 7+ years implementing systematic models and collaborating with investment professionals
  • Progress toward CFA or equivalent credential is a plus.

Benefits

  • comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support
  • market-leading retirement
  • generous paid time off and parental leave
  • charitable giving employee match program
  • educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career

Job title

Director, Quant Developer – Systematic Liquid Alternatives

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$126,000 - $255,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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