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Senior Software Engineer/Developer

Fidelity

Fidelity

Software Engineering
Durham, NC, USA
Posted on Mar 25, 2026

Job Description:

Position Description:

Develops cloud-native financial services platforms using modern technologies. Designs and implements multi-tier, multi-threaded software applications and translates divisional initiatives into effective business solutions. Develop software applications and troubleshoots using Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, Python, Apache Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes on Amazon Web Service (AWS) following Test Driven Deployment (TDD) technologies. Enhances enterprise Cloud infrastructure with AWS EKS and solutions -- Lambda, SQS, S3, CloudWatch, and Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles and policies. Delivers high-quality, timely, efficient, and maintainable software solutions in an Agile environment to meet both functional and non-functional business requirements. Provides business solutions by participating in the development of moderately complex or multiple software applications.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develops original and creative technical solutions to on-going development efforts.
  • Designs applications on major, self-contained, projects.
  • Develops applications for multiple projects supporting several divisional initiatives.
  • Supports and performs all phases of testing leading to implementation.
  • Assists in the planning and conducting of user acceptance testing.
  • Develops comprehensive documentation for multiple applications.
  • Responsible for post-installation testing of any problems.
  • Establishes project plans for projects of moderate scope.
  • Works on complex assignments and often multiple phases of a project.
  • Performs independent and complex technical and functional analysis for multiple projects of moderate scope supporting several self-contained initiatives.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’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 Senior Software Engineer/Developer (or closely related occupation) developing scalable and high-throughput enterprise-level services and middle-tier streaming applications using Java, Python, RESTful and Serverless APIs, and Apache Kafka in a microservice architecture.

Or, alternatively, Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and one (1) year of experience as a Senior Software Engineer/Developer (or closely related occupation) developing scalable and high-throughput enterprise-level services and middle-tier streaming applications using Java, Python, RESTful and Serverless APIs, and Apache Kafka in a microservice architecture.

Skills and Knowledge:

Candidate must also possess:

  • Demonstrated Expertise (“DE”) designing and developing scalable applications using Java/J2EE and Spring Boot; building and maintaining RESTful APIs to enable seamless communication between microservices and front-end components; facilitating high-throughput, fault-tolerant messaging using Apache Kafka; and optimizing data storage and retrieval using PostgreSQL and CockroachDB for distributed database operations.
  • DE designing and developing scalable applications using Python to ensure efficient and maintainable code; designing and deploying serverless solutions with AWS Lambda and Step Functions to orchestrate complex workflows; building and maintaining RESTful APIs using API Gateway for seamless integration and communication, integrated with IAM for robust access control and authentication; and leveraging AWS S3 for efficient data storage and Simple Queue Service (SQS) for reliable, asynchronous message processing.
  • DE architecting and optimizing Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipe-lines using Jenkins to streamline automated software delivery; working with infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform and orchestrating containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes for scalable, resilient deployments; designing and maintaining high-performance, cost-efficient Cloud infrastructure, using AWS services; and implementing robust monitoring and logging solutions with Datadog and Splunk to ensure real-time system insights and rapid issue resolution.
  • DE developing unit tests using JUnit to ensure robust, maintainable, and high-quality code; creating precise mock objects for isolated and repeatable testing scenarios, using Mockito; performing in-depth code analysis, ensuring compliance with best practices and optimal code quality, using SonarQube; and developing automation tests with Cucumber to drive behavior-driven development, and delivering precise, executable test specifications.

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Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles. Some roles may have unique onsite requirements. Please consult with your recruiter for the specific expectations for this position.

Please 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.

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Benefits that balance life and work

From our fully paid parent leave to our on-site health and wellness centers, our benefits support the belief that more balance you have, the better you can achieve your goals.

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Company overview

Company overview

At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want. We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associates for their unique perspectives and experience.

Reasonable accommodations

Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations@fmr.com, or by calling 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 3.

Equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.

Hybrid work schedule

Fidelity’s hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of every other week in a Fidelity office.

Applicant screening

At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine.

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