Principal Software Engineer/Developer

Job Description:Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.Position Description:Builds and provides high-quality, end-to-end software solutions by using server-side technology tools -- Java EE. Participates in process-improvement initiatives to maximize team velocity, using Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools -- JIRA and Version One. Designs software capabilities for data analysis, using SQL. Creates and improves User Interface (UI) components for Web applications in a dynamic environment. Implements process improvements within an Agile Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) environment by utilizing its corresponding SCRUM activities -- backlog grooming, planning sessions, daily scrums, and retrospectives. Uses business knowledge to translate the vision for divisional initiatives into business solutions by developing complex or multiple software applications and conducting studies of alternatives. Analyzes and recommends changes in project development policies, procedures, standards, and strategies to development experts and management. Primary Responsibilities:Participates in architecture design teams.Defines and implements application-level architecture.Develops applications on complex projects, components, and subsystems for the division.Recommends development testing tools and methodologies and reviews and validates test plans.Responsible for QA readiness of software deliverables.Develops comprehensive documentation for multiple applications or subsystems.Establishes full project life cycle plans for complex projects across multiple platforms.Responsible for meeting project goals on-time and on-budget.Advises on risk assessment and risk management strategies for projects.Plans and coordinates complex project schedules and assignments for multiple projects.Acts as a primary liaison for business units to resolve various project/technology issues.Provides technology solutions to daily issues and technical evaluation estimates on technology initiatives.Advises senior management on technical strategy.Mentors junior team members.Performs independent and complex technical and functional analysis for multiple projects supporting several divisional initiatives. Develops original and creative technical solutions to on-going development efforts.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and five (5) years of experience as a Principal Software Engineer/Developer (or closely related occupation) designing, developing, and supporting enterprise financial systems using Java/Spring Boot, Oracle PL/SQL, cloud services, and performance optimization techniques.Or, alternatively, Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and three (3) years of experience as a Principal Software Engineer/Developer (or closely related occupation) designing, developing, and supporting enterprise financial systems using Java/Spring Boot, Oracle PL/SQL, cloud services, and performance optimization techniques.Skills and Knowledge:Candidate must also possess:Demonstrated Expertise (“DE”) performing Object-Oriented Design (OOD) and developing middle-tier multi-threaded applications, using services and server technologies -- Java, Spring, Hibernate, RESTful Web services, Spring Boot, Oracle SQL, Swagger, Maven, and Apache Tomcat according to Microservices design patterns. DE designing, developing, and maintaining web applications and services, using Angular, HTML, TypeScript, NodeJS, JavaScript, and IDE toolset (IntelliJ); implementing complex UI design and the responsive web design, using modern web application development; and designing wireframes to illustrate the solutions for web applications. DE designing, deploying, and providing technical support to web applications, using DevOps Continuous Improvement/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) tools --Jenkins, Maven, GIT, and IDE toolset (IntelliJ); performing configuration management using GIT stash; performing Test-Driven Development (TDD) using Unit and JUnit testing techniques, including Angular testing; and validating code quality and application security, using Sonar. DE performing business and systems analysis throughout the full Software and Product Development Lifecycle according to Scrum methodologies in an Agile environment.#PE1M2#LI-DNIFidelity’s Onsite Working ModelFidelity 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.Certifications:Category:Information TechnologyPlease 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.SummaryLocation: Westlake, TXType: Full time