Principal Systems Analyst - Trading (IWMS) at Fidelity Investments

Smithfield, Rhode Island, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Wealth Management, TradingIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of hands-on analysis experience supporting the development of complex, enterprise software solutions
B.S. in Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience
Brokerage experience and familiarity with Trading capabilities strongly preferred
Experience researching, optimizing, developing, and authoring solution requirements, user stories, and specifications for moderate to complex software systems
Experience in various systems analysis methodologies, including data analysis, data mapping, flowcharts, use-case development, story writing, set-up & configuration of systems, gap analysis, user acceptance testing, and product documentation
Solid grasp and experience with Structured Query Language (SQL), querying relational databases, and programming in general
Proven experience working with APIs - REST, SOAP, JSON, XML
Experience collaborating with a User Experience Design team to gather and document user requirements, finalize front-end interfaces, ensure consistent user experience across platforms, and work with design tools like Figma
Experience with agile development methodologies and collaborating with product teams, engineering teams, and business stakeholders
Experience with generative AI tools to increase efficiency and quality
Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills
Proactive, organized, highly responsive, and committed to quality
Real passion for accuracy, clarity, and elimination of ambiguity
Self-starter who can rapidly assimilate business processes, goals and objectives and distill them into well-defined requirements
Dedicated, self-managed, energetic, passionate, and motivated with the ability to work independently to deliver results

Responsibilities

Play a leading role in the agile development of web applications used by thousands of Investment Professionals to deliver comprehensive brokerage solutions to their customers
Drive the technical analysis and support of IWMS Trading systems, including gap analysis and code research from user interface to middleware and backend
Work closely with Product Owners and development teams to design, build, test, and deliver complex software solutions

Skills

SQL

APIs

REST

SOAP

JSON

XML

gap analysis

user stories

data analysis

data mapping

flowcharts

use-case development

agile

trading systems

brokerage

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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