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Backend Software Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category, covering systems design, API development, and server-side architecture work. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the border with no lottery wait. Mexican citizens require consular processing with a limited annual allocation.
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The Role
Strategic Advisors Technology (SAT) is looking for a Principal Software Engineer who not only cares about what you produce but how you produce it. We are looking for individuals who continually strive to advance engineering excellence and technology innovation and apply sophisticated analytics and quantitative concepts to support investment needs and develop new solutions.
You will build high quality, robust, and efficient analytical solutions to improve internal investment processes with quantitative techniques and methods, statistics and. You would participate in back-end Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) using Java, Python. Apply sophisticated analytics and quantitative concepts to support investment needs and develops new solutions. Adds scale, rigor, and repeatability to research through software development standard methodologies. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and Machine Learning to extract and analyzes information from large structured and unstructured datasets.
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
- Strong foundation in quantitative techniques and methods, including statistics, econometrics, probability, linear regression, and time series analysis, with experience applying these to investment research and model development.
- Expertise in Python, Java, and SQL, leveraging advanced analytics and software engineering skills to build scalable, reliable solutions.
- Proven ability to implement research projects through the entire software development lifecycle, applying full-stack development and best practices for repeatability and rigor.
- Experience with AWS cloud development and deployment, and building enterprise cloud-enabled distributed systems.
- Skilled in data mining, modeling, and advanced analytics, adding scale and reliability to research through software engineering methodologies.
- Domain knowledge in equities, fixed income, or alternative asset classes, supporting investment needs with innovative solutions.
- Ability to lead application design efforts, participate in design reviews and code reviews, and ensure quality through test case development and regression testing.
- Consistent track record of hands-on development of complex software solutions, including CI/CD and ATDD practices.
- Effective collaborator with quantitative researchers, divisional partners, and global development teams, thriving in fast-paced environments with competing priorities.
- Demonstrated technical and organizational leadership, coaching and motivating team members to achieve optimal performance and career growth.
- Committed to problem-solving, communication, and continuous improvement in engineering practices.
- You will lead application design efforts, participate in design reviews and code reviews.
- Fully engaging in product quality plan efforts, including test case development, design and code reviews and regression testing.
- Contribute to enhancing engineering practice in the areas of ATDD and CI/CD.
- Engaging in working with global team of developers in leading best practices for software engineering.
- Nice to have: understanding of legacy monolithic architectures and expertise in migrating to microservice-based architectures.
The Team
Fidelity Asset Management Technology (AMT) provides worldwide technology and support to all the Portfolio Management, Research, Trading and Investment Operations functions. AMT is an integral partner for Asset Management to deliver innovative, scalable, industry-leading investment tools that enables the business to achieve competitive advantage globally.
You work in partnership with Squad members aligned to the Model Management Product Area. By demonstrating and promoting Fidelity and agile behaviors, you evolve and sustain our innovative, agile culture. The team partners with the investment teams in Strategic Advisors on various projects including model construction, portfolio construction and trading Managed Accounts. We create high quality, robust, and efficient high-responsive solutions that are used to enhance Strategic Advisors productivity and decision-making processes.
The base salary range for this position is $107,000-216,000 USD per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.
Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.
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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Job Description:
The Role
Strategic Advisors Technology (SAT) is looking for a Principal Software Engineer who not only cares about what you produce but how you produce it. We are looking for individuals who continually strive to advance engineering excellence and technology innovation and apply sophisticated analytics and quantitative concepts to support investment needs and develop new solutions.
You will build high quality, robust, and efficient analytical solutions to improve internal investment processes with quantitative techniques and methods, statistics and. You would participate in back-end Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) using Java, Python. Apply sophisticated analytics and quantitative concepts to support investment needs and develops new solutions. Adds scale, rigor, and repeatability to research through software development standard methodologies. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and Machine Learning to extract and analyzes information from large structured and unstructured datasets.
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
- Strong foundation in quantitative techniques and methods, including statistics, econometrics, probability, linear regression, and time series analysis, with experience applying these to investment research and model development.
- Expertise in Python, Java, and SQL, leveraging advanced analytics and software engineering skills to build scalable, reliable solutions.
- Proven ability to implement research projects through the entire software development lifecycle, applying full-stack development and best practices for repeatability and rigor.
- Experience with AWS cloud development and deployment, and building enterprise cloud-enabled distributed systems.
- Skilled in data mining, modeling, and advanced analytics, adding scale and reliability to research through software engineering methodologies.
- Domain knowledge in equities, fixed income, or alternative asset classes, supporting investment needs with innovative solutions.
- Ability to lead application design efforts, participate in design reviews and code reviews, and ensure quality through test case development and regression testing.
- Consistent track record of hands-on development of complex software solutions, including CI/CD and ATDD practices.
- Effective collaborator with quantitative researchers, divisional partners, and global development teams, thriving in fast-paced environments with competing priorities.
- Demonstrated technical and organizational leadership, coaching and motivating team members to achieve optimal performance and career growth.
- Committed to problem-solving, communication, and continuous improvement in engineering practices.
- You will lead application design efforts, participate in design reviews and code reviews.
- Fully engaging in product quality plan efforts, including test case development, design and code reviews and regression testing.
- Contribute to enhancing engineering practice in the areas of ATDD and CI/CD.
- Engaging in working with global team of developers in leading best practices for software engineering.
- Nice to have: understanding of legacy monolithic architectures and expertise in migrating to microservice-based architectures.
The Team
Fidelity Asset Management Technology (AMT) provides worldwide technology and support to all the Portfolio Management, Research, Trading and Investment Operations functions. AMT is an integral partner for Asset Management to deliver innovative, scalable, industry-leading investment tools that enables the business to achieve competitive advantage globally.
You work in partnership with Squad members aligned to the Model Management Product Area. By demonstrating and promoting Fidelity and agile behaviors, you evolve and sustain our innovative, agile culture. The team partners with the investment teams in Strategic Advisors on various projects including model construction, portfolio construction and trading Managed Accounts. We create high quality, robust, and efficient high-responsive solutions that are used to enhance Strategic Advisors productivity and decision-making processes.
The base salary range for this position is $107,000-216,000 USD per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.
Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.
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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Align your credentials to USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst definition
Your degree must be in computer science, engineering, or a directly related field. A general business or IT management degree often triggers RFEs, so prepare a credential evaluation letter that maps your coursework to backend systems work specifically.
Target employers with active TN filing infrastructure
Search Migrate Mate's database of employers with recent visa filings to confirm an employer is experienced with visa sponsorship. Companies already familiar with work visa sponsorship move faster and won't ask you to wait while their legal team researches the TN visa category.
Get your job offer letter to name the right occupation
The offer letter CBP or a consular officer sees must list your role as Computer Systems Analyst or a recognized equivalent. A generic title like 'Backend Engineer' without supporting duty descriptions covering systems analysis can cause a denial at the port of entry.
Use Migrate Mate to find Backend Software Engineer roles with TN sponsorship
Migrate Mate filters Backend Software Engineer jobs by TN visa sponsorship history so you're not cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with the category. Start your search there before reaching out to recruiters.
Plan your Mexican TN application around consulate appointment lead times
Unlike Canadian citizens who can self-petition at a land border, Mexican nationals apply at a U.S. consulate and face appointment wait times that vary by post. Build at least eight to twelve weeks into your timeline after receiving your offer letter.
Prepare a detailed duties letter for each renewal
TN status requires demonstrating the same qualifying occupation at every renewal. If your backend role shifts toward product management or team leadership, document which percentage of your duties remain in systems analysis before your next filing to avoid a denial.
Backend Software Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Backend Software Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Backend Software Engineer positions qualify under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category when the role primarily involves designing, developing, and optimizing server-side systems and APIs. The duties description in your offer letter must reflect systems analysis work. Roles that have shifted primarily into engineering management or product strategy may not satisfy the category requirements without careful documentation.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Backend Software Engineers?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start a qualifying backend role as soon as your employer issues an offer letter and you're admitted at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires entering a lottery each spring, with selection rates that have been below 25% in recent years. TN is also renewable indefinitely in three-year increments, though it does not provide a direct path to a green card the way H-1B can.
What documents does a Backend Software Engineer need to bring to the border for TN admission?
Canadian citizens applying at a land border or pre-clearance site need a valid Canadian passport, an employer offer letter detailing the Computer Systems Analyst duties and compensation, and proof of their qualifying degree or credential evaluation. Transcripts, professional certifications, and a brief resume help officers confirm the degree-to-occupation match. Mexican nationals need an approved DS-160, a consular appointment, and the same supporting documents submitted in advance.
How do I find Backend Software Engineer employers who already sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Backend Software Engineer job listings from employers with recent visa filings, so you can focus your applications on companies that already understand work visa sponsorship rather than spending time educating hiring managers about a visa type they've never processed.
Can I switch backend employers on TN status without leaving the U.S.?
Yes, but you must have a new TN approval before starting work with the new employer. Canadian citizens can apply at a land border with the new offer letter, which is often the fastest route. You can also file a change of employer with USCIS from inside the U.S. using premium processing to receive a decision within a few business days, letting you transition without international travel.