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Trading Architect - Front Office Trading

United States, Jersey City 126000.00 - 255000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted April 22, 2026
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As the Trading Architect - Execution Algos on the Architecture Team you will design and build software for our trading platform at Fidelity Digital Assets®. This is a hands-on role where you will set technical direction. You will be responsible for turning requirements into service designs and will engage with our chief architect and head of engineering to drive overall architecture of the Fidelity Digital Assets® platform.

Job Responsibility

  • Design and build software for our trading platform at Fidelity Digital Assets®
  • Set technical direction
  • Turn requirements into service designs
  • Engage with our chief architect and head of engineering to drive overall architecture of the Fidelity Digital Assets® platform

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 5 - 10 years of experience
  • Strong background in designing and developing low latency trading systems
  • Experience in building market data, SOR, Algo and exchange-connectivity platforms
  • Experience using kernel bypass e.g., Solarflare Open Onload
  • Extensive experience with modern Java using zero GC patterns
  • Highly proficient in ultra-low latency design patterns and optimizing trading systems
  • Hands on experience with low latency messaging products, such as Aeron, Solace and 29West
  • Knowledge of WebSocket and FIX protocols
  • Proficient in SQL and a working knowledge of relational and time series databases
  • Experience designing APIs, distributed systems, asynchronous workers and resilient messaging services
  • An understanding of microservice architecture and cloud-based deployments
  • Ability to build reliable software that can withstand unreliable environments
  • Can provide leadership and mentorship across small, agile teams in a very collaborative environment where your ideas are welcome
  • Solid analytical, communication, and organizational skills
  • An interest in and experience with cryptocurrencies and a passion for keeping up to date in space

What we offer

  • Comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support
  • Market-leading retirement
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • Charitable giving employee match program
  • Educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career

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