Director of Engineering, Portfolio Construction Technology - Fidelity Investments

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of ~9 software engineers, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Define and execute the technical roadmap for Portfolio Construction platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and alignment with business goals.
• Architect and develop core services using modern languages such as Python and Java, applying best‑in‑class design patterns.
• Champion the adoption of AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to accelerate coding, improve code quality, and streamline reviews.
• Collaborate with product owners, data scientists, and other engineering groups to deliver integrated solutions in an Agile environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on software development experience with strong expertise in Python and Java.
• Proven track record of leading and scaling engineering teams delivering complex, mission‑critical financial systems.
• Deep understanding of modern software engineering practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, and cloud‑native architectures.
• Experience using AI‑assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot to enhance productivity.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.