Lead Software Engineer at Fidelity Investments

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Fidelity Investments Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, FinTechIndustries

Requirements

  • Expertise in Java, database testing, and API testing
  • Solid understanding of the agile software development process including analysis, design, coding, system and user testing, problem resolution, and planning
  • Expert in API Automation testing tools and frameworks like Playwright, Rest Assured, Karate, Selenium, and Web Services – REST and SOAP
  • Strong in Programming languages like Python or Java
  • Strong in Database knowledge (SQL, My SQL) and ETL tool; strong SQL query skills
  • Strong analytical skills and high aptitude to learn and adapt to new processes
  • Good understanding of CI-CD Engineering
  • Good to have: Written and verbal communication and presentation skills, organizational skills including time, project and process management, influencing capabilities, ability to work effectively with both business customers and project team members, good interpersonal, relationship management and facilitation skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, solid analytical, negotiation & building consensus abilities

Responsibilities

  • Develop test automation solutions using latest technologies
  • Lead the automation code reviews and coding standards for new projects
  • Lead a team comprising of SDET’s across Digital Shared Services Quality Engineering portfolios
  • Work closely with architects, development, and business stakeholders to form future QE blueprints of all applications
  • Mentor the QE teams in adapting latest technologies
  • Translate business and systems requirements into technical requirements for design, develop, document, and maintain automated tests
  • Actively contribute in the day-to-day design, scripting, execution, and reporting of automation
  • Follow software engineering principles in development of automation and software
  • Understand and apply test driven design concepts to test and debug automated solutions and software utilities developed by self and others
  • Collaborate with other technical resources to suggest improvements for processes, best practices, and standards, and identify opportunities to improve maintainability of automation platform

Skills

Java
Database Testing
API Testing
Playwright
Rest Assured
Karate
Selenium
REST
SOAP
Test Automation
Agile
Test Driven Design

Fidelity Investments

Investment management and financial services provider

About Fidelity Investments

Fidelity Investments offers a range of financial services and tools designed to help individuals manage their investments and stay informed about the markets. Their products include mobile applications and market monitoring tools that provide users with real-time market quotes, news, and trading capabilities. For example, the Fidelity Market Monitor for Glass delivers daily market quotes directly to Google Glass, while the Fidelity app for Windows Phone 8 allows users to access news and trading tools on their mobile devices. Additionally, features like the Watch List Visualization for iPad help users track stock price changes over time using a heatmap. What sets Fidelity apart from its competitors is its focus on integrating new technologies and user-friendly interfaces to enhance the investment experience. The goal of Fidelity Investments is to empower individuals with the information and tools they need to make informed financial decisions.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1946Year Founded
$120,238.8MTotal Funding
DEBT_FINANCINGCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Mental Health Support
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Student Loan Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

Loss of key personnel like Gita Bal may impact Fidelity's research capabilities.
Increased competition from Vanguard's new division could draw clients away from Fidelity.
Potential reputational risk from Bitcoin ETF outflows could affect Fidelity's offerings.

Differentiation

Fidelity Labs offers innovative beta products like Market Monitor for Google Glass.
Fidelity's mobile solutions are available on multiple platforms, including Windows Phone and iPad.
Fidelity's Open Limit Order Visualization provides unique insights into order execution proximity.

Upsides

Increased adoption of wearable tech could boost Fidelity's mobile solutions.
Growing interest in Bitcoin ETFs suggests expansion in Fidelity's digital asset offerings.
Rise of AI could benefit Fidelity's data analytics and AI-driven investment strategies.

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