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Developer Advocacy roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the Systems Analyst category when the position requires applying technical knowledge to bridge engineering teams and developer communities. Canadian citizens can present their TN documentation at the U.S. border; Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. Your employer prepares a support letter to establish TN eligibility before your start date.
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Principal Quant Developer
The Role
The Quantitative Research & Investing Technology (QRIT) team within Fidelity's Asset Management Technology group is seeking a highly motivated and curious Principal Quantitative Developer. In this role you will contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced development team supporting researchers in prototyping and delivering new systematic investment strategies. You will provide high impact solutions on various projects including alpha research, portfolio construction, and risk management. Your technology knowledge covers a broad spectrum of technologies, including R, Python, and PL/SQL databases, positioning you as a full-stack software engineer who capitalizes on enterprise technology. You are committed to constructing high-quality, scalable, robust, resilient and efficient analytical and software solutions that propel investment processes forward.
You Will Possess
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Engineering, or a closely related field and six (6) years of experience as a Senior Quant Developer or similar role.
- Alternatively, a Master's degree (or equivalent foreign education) in the same fields, accompanied by four (4) years of experience as a Lead Quantitative Development or similar role.
- This experience should include building high-quality, robust, and efficient systems and solutions for financial investment decisions, utilizing R, Python, PL/SQL databases, and quantitative techniques.
The Expertise And Skills You Bring
Core Engineering
- Expert in Python with experience across the development stack (full stack)
- Exposure to object-oriented programming (OOP) and design patterns
- Experience in at least one unit testing framework and understanding of test-driven development (TDD) concepts and methodologies
- A commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code, with best practices for long-term maintainability
Data & Infrastructure
- Skilled in a range of database technologies: SQL (Oracle & Snowflake), NoSQL, Graph
- Skilled in batch and API technologies: such as batch scheduling (using Autosys and Airflow) and creating REST APIs (using FAST API and Flask)
- Proven ability to construct and manage robust data pipelines and event-driven workflows
- Proven expertise in system design and cloud architecture on AWS, leveraging resources including Lambda, S3, EKS, and EC2
DevOps & CI/CD
- Experience in containerization with Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes
- Implement CI/CD pipelines (using Linux and Jenkins), code versioning using GitHub
- Experience in Infrastructure as Code methodologies for consistent and scalable infrastructure management
MLOps & AI Infrastructure
- Experience operationalizing machine learning models on AWS, including services such as SageMaker (training, deployment, model registry, monitoring) and Bedrock (foundation model access and fine-tuning)
- Operationalizing AI/ML pipelines using modern MLOps principles, including production lifecycle management of AI models
- Familiarity with experiment tracking and model versioning tools (e.g., MLflow)
- Identifying and deploying applied ML solutions relevant to quantitative investing: time series forecasting, anomaly detection, NLP, and predictive analytics
- Awareness of responsible AI governance practices
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for contributing to all facets of our AI ecosystem, from application development to MLOps/LLMOps infrastructure, with a versatile, full-stack engineering mindset
Quantitative & Domain Knowledge
- Demonstrated knowledge of mathematics, statistics, and quantitative finance
- Deep understanding of quantitative techniques and methods, statistics and econometrics including probability, linear regression and time series data analysis
- Analyze and design systems to implement quantitative models for systematic financial investments using R and Python, including time series forecasting models, multi-asset class portfolio construction strategies, risk management tools, alpha research, and simulation-based algorithms
- Domain knowledge in either equities, fixed income or alternative asset classes
- Progress towards CFA (or equivalent) a plus
Collaboration & Communication
- Strong presentation and communication skills, with a knack for engaging with quant researchers and investment professionals
- Strong problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- A creative problem solver and a curiosity fueled by keeping up with advanced methodologies and industry trends, especially in the finance community
- Lead the implementation of a research project through the entire software development lifecycle using a full-stack implementation
- Assist Research teams in developing new models and products that will provide an advantage to the organization in the marketplace
- Demonstrates eagerness and aptitude for rapidly adopting new frameworks, technologies, and best practices
The Team
The Quant Development team is part of Asset Management's Quantitative Research & Investment Technology group. We partner with Asset Management's Advance Strategies and Research team on cutting edge projects including systematic investment strategies, portfolio construction, risk management, alpha research, and GenAI. We build high quality, robust, and highly-scalable solutions that are used to improve Asset Management's efficiency 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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Category: Information Technology
Job Description
Principal Quant Developer
The Role
The Quantitative Research & Investing Technology (QRIT) team within Fidelity's Asset Management Technology group is seeking a highly motivated and curious Principal Quantitative Developer. In this role you will contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced development team supporting researchers in prototyping and delivering new systematic investment strategies. You will provide high impact solutions on various projects including alpha research, portfolio construction, and risk management. Your technology knowledge covers a broad spectrum of technologies, including R, Python, and PL/SQL databases, positioning you as a full-stack software engineer who capitalizes on enterprise technology. You are committed to constructing high-quality, scalable, robust, resilient and efficient analytical and software solutions that propel investment processes forward.
You Will Possess
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Engineering, or a closely related field and six (6) years of experience as a Senior Quant Developer or similar role.
- Alternatively, a Master's degree (or equivalent foreign education) in the same fields, accompanied by four (4) years of experience as a Lead Quantitative Development or similar role.
- This experience should include building high-quality, robust, and efficient systems and solutions for financial investment decisions, utilizing R, Python, PL/SQL databases, and quantitative techniques.
The Expertise And Skills You Bring
Core Engineering
- Expert in Python with experience across the development stack (full stack)
- Exposure to object-oriented programming (OOP) and design patterns
- Experience in at least one unit testing framework and understanding of test-driven development (TDD) concepts and methodologies
- A commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code, with best practices for long-term maintainability
Data & Infrastructure
- Skilled in a range of database technologies: SQL (Oracle & Snowflake), NoSQL, Graph
- Skilled in batch and API technologies: such as batch scheduling (using Autosys and Airflow) and creating REST APIs (using FAST API and Flask)
- Proven ability to construct and manage robust data pipelines and event-driven workflows
- Proven expertise in system design and cloud architecture on AWS, leveraging resources including Lambda, S3, EKS, and EC2
DevOps & CI/CD
- Experience in containerization with Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes
- Implement CI/CD pipelines (using Linux and Jenkins), code versioning using GitHub
- Experience in Infrastructure as Code methodologies for consistent and scalable infrastructure management
MLOps & AI Infrastructure
- Experience operationalizing machine learning models on AWS, including services such as SageMaker (training, deployment, model registry, monitoring) and Bedrock (foundation model access and fine-tuning)
- Operationalizing AI/ML pipelines using modern MLOps principles, including production lifecycle management of AI models
- Familiarity with experiment tracking and model versioning tools (e.g., MLflow)
- Identifying and deploying applied ML solutions relevant to quantitative investing: time series forecasting, anomaly detection, NLP, and predictive analytics
- Awareness of responsible AI governance practices
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for contributing to all facets of our AI ecosystem, from application development to MLOps/LLMOps infrastructure, with a versatile, full-stack engineering mindset
Quantitative & Domain Knowledge
- Demonstrated knowledge of mathematics, statistics, and quantitative finance
- Deep understanding of quantitative techniques and methods, statistics and econometrics including probability, linear regression and time series data analysis
- Analyze and design systems to implement quantitative models for systematic financial investments using R and Python, including time series forecasting models, multi-asset class portfolio construction strategies, risk management tools, alpha research, and simulation-based algorithms
- Domain knowledge in either equities, fixed income or alternative asset classes
- Progress towards CFA (or equivalent) a plus
Collaboration & Communication
- Strong presentation and communication skills, with a knack for engaging with quant researchers and investment professionals
- Strong problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- A creative problem solver and a curiosity fueled by keeping up with advanced methodologies and industry trends, especially in the finance community
- Lead the implementation of a research project through the entire software development lifecycle using a full-stack implementation
- Assist Research teams in developing new models and products that will provide an advantage to the organization in the marketplace
- Demonstrates eagerness and aptitude for rapidly adopting new frameworks, technologies, and best practices
The Team
The Quant Development team is part of Asset Management's Quantitative Research & Investment Technology group. We partner with Asset Management's Advance Strategies and Research team on cutting edge projects including systematic investment strategies, portfolio construction, risk management, alpha research, and GenAI. We build high quality, robust, and highly-scalable solutions that are used to improve Asset Management's efficiency 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.
Certifications
Category: Information Technology
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Align your credentials to Systems Analyst
TN visa classification for Developer Advocacy depends on fitting the Systems Analyst category, which requires a relevant bachelor's degree. Gather transcripts, degree certificates, and any credential evaluations before approaching employers about sponsorship.
Target companies with recent visa filings
Employers with recent visa filings for technical roles understand the work visa sponsorship process. Prioritize companies with engineering-heavy hiring pipelines, since their HR and legal teams are already experienced with visa sponsorship and can efficiently prepare the support letters needed for TN status.
Clarify the Systems Analyst classification upfront
Developer Advocacy sits between engineering and marketing, which can cause classification confusion. Address this directly with hiring managers: the role must center on technical analysis and developer tooling, not promotional content, to satisfy USCIS and CBP adjudicators.
Search for TN-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Developer Advocacy roles by employers with recent visa filings, which indicates experience with work visa sponsorship. This narrows your search to companies already familiar with the sponsorship process and likely prepared to provide the support letter you'll need for your TN application at the border or consulate.
Prepare a detailed offer letter before travel
Canadian citizens presenting at the border need an offer letter that specifies your title, duties, salary, and employment period. CBP officers adjudicate TN status on the spot, so vague or generic job descriptions are a common cause of delays or denials.
Confirm Mexican consular appointment lead times early
Mexican professionals require consular processing rather than border entry, and appointment availability varies by location. Contact the nearest U.S. consulate well before your intended start date, since processing backlogs can affect your timeline significantly.
Developer Advocacy TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Developer Advocacy qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Developer Advocacy can qualify under the TN visa's Systems Analyst category if the role centers on technical analysis, developer tooling, and engineering-focused community work. Roles that lean heavily toward marketing, content creation, or non-technical outreach are harder to classify. Your offer letter needs to clearly describe the technical nature of the position to satisfy CBP or consular review.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Developer Advocacy roles?
TN visa sponsorship has no annual lottery and no numerical cap for Canadian citizens, meaning you can start as soon as your employer prepares a support letter and you present it at a U.S. port of entry. H-1B visa selection is lottery-based and limited to 85,000 slots per year. For Developer Advocacy, TN is faster and more predictable, though it requires renewing or extending status each time your employment changes.
Where can I find Developer Advocacy jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can filter Developer Advocacy positions by employers who are already set up to sponsor TN workers, which removes the friction of explaining your status to companies unfamiliar with the process.
Can I switch employers while on a TN visa for a Developer Advocacy role?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. If you change jobs, your new employer must prepare a support letter for you, and you'll need a new TN approval before starting work. Canadian citizens can present this documentation at the U.S. border or port of entry; Mexican citizens need to apply at a U.S. consulate. There is no grace period for starting work before the new TN is approved.
What does the employer need to provide for TN sponsorship of a Developer Advocacy position?
Your employer prepares a support letter describing your title, duties, qualifications, and employment term. For Canadian citizens, you present this letter at the U.S. border or port of entry when applying for TN status. For Mexican citizens, your employer's support letter accompanies your application at a U.S. consulate. There is no government agency filing or certification requirement for TN visas. USCIS is not involved in most TN entries unless you're adjusting status from inside the U.S.