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Director, Architecture

Fidelity

Fidelity

IT
Westlake, TX, USA · Merrimack, NH, USA · Jersey City, NJ, USA · Boston, MA, USA · smithfield, ri, usa
USD 103k-218k / year
Posted on Jul 11, 2025
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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced hands-on Software Architect to drive end-to-end architecture solutions as part of Brokerage Recordkeeping Technology in Fidelity. In this role, you will work closely with multiple teams across various business and technical domains to understand business requirements, lead Proofs-of-Concept (POCs), and architect solutions and that meet functional and non-functional requirements of today and for the future, while assuring adherence to Enterprise Architecture standards for application, data, platform, and infrastructure components.

The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of the Financial Services business domain and provide leadership in roadmap evolution, strategizing complex problems, arriving at solutions based on rational reasoning, and help drive the adoption of the architecture solution.

You will proactively engage teams to drive, manage the definition and governance of Architecture Strategy and execution. This includes, but is not limited to Business Capability Analysis, Customer Journey Mapping, Architecture Design and Documentation, Technology and Solution Evaluations, Domain Modeling, collaborating with Data Architecture, API Strategy, Cloud Adoption, Security, Automation, FinOps, etc.

We are looking for a solid Software Architect with a proven track-record of working with multiple teams to lead and drive Solution Architectures with a platform and framework mindset.

The Skills and Experience You Bring

  • Proven experience in defining and driving Solution Architectures for providing technology solutions for solving complex business problems. You bring in strong skillset in communication, organizational awareness and engagement, stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration, business analysis, architecture definition, diagramming, documentation, POC execution, effective presentations, influence, and an ability ask the right questions to bring clarity to solving the problem at hand.
  • Hands On Experience with both front-end (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular) and back-end technologies
    (Java and NodeJS)
  • Familiarity with FDC3 Standards
  • Hands On Experience with OPA – Open Policy Agent and Rego Programming is highly desirable
  • Hands On Experience with BPMN Technology like Camunda is highly desired
  • Hands On Experience with software automation technologies.
  • Strong understanding of Domain-Driven Design, and the ability to apply it to new and existing domains.
  • Proven experience delivering software solution artifacts targeting senior management to development engineers. Such as Capability Mapping, System Design, Detailed Solution Architecture, Deployment Architecture, and Security Architecture.
  • Proven experience arriving at key decisions based on rational thinking, and in identifying and articulating risks.
  • Proven experience architecting and engineering applications with an end to end stack, with a focus on Operational Excellence, Security, Reliability, Resiliency, Performance Efficiency, and Cost Optimization.
  • Proficient in Cloud Architecture, Services, and Patterns. Hands-on experience with Core AWS services is a must-have.
  • Amazon VPC, DNS, ELB, CloudFront, API Gateway, IAM, EC2, EKS, Lambda, Step Functions, SNS, SQS, Glue/EMR, S3, RDS Oracle/PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Secrets Manager, CloudFormation/Terraform, Data Lake, Data Fabric, Service Mesh, Event-Driven Architecture, Resiliency, Disaster Recovery, etc.
  • Proven experience in Kubernetes (EKS preferred).
  • Proven experience in Data technologies and paradigms such as Caching, ETL/ELT, SQL, and No-SQL Databases.
  • Proven experience in DevSecOps and CI/CD automation (Jenkins Core and GitOps preferred).
  • Proven experience in Digitization and Business Process Orchestration
  • Proficient in Mainframe Migrations to Cloud
  • Proficient in Objective Risk vs Reward decisions and deliver Pragmatic iterative solutions by taking calculated risks and documenting and communicating the risks.
  • Proficient in Cloud/On-Premises Networking Topologies.
  • Knowledgeable about Mainframe Technology.
  • Strong understanding of common Architecture Principles, Patterns, and trade-offs.
  • Strong understanding of the Twelve-Factor App.
  • Ability to work both independently and with all levels of the organization, including technical and non-technical team members.
  • Flexible, growth-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designing and Implementing Architectures: Defining the overall structure and components of web applications, including front-end (user interface), back-end (server-side logic), database, and infrastructure.
  • Technology Selection: Evaluating and recommending appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for the project.
  • Defining Standards and Best Practices: Establishing coding standards, architectural guidelines, and security best practices.
  • Mentorship and Collaboration: Guiding development teams, conducting code reviews, and collaborating with stakeholders (product managers, designers, etc.).
  • Performance Optimization: Ensuring optimal performance and scalability of applications.
  • Security Implementation: Implementing security measures to protect applications and data.
  • Stay Updated: Keeping abreast of the latest technologies and trends in full-stack development.
  • Guide Systems Analysts and UXD Designer to influence getting the right set of requirements.
The base salary range for this position is $103,000-$218,000 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.

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 every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.

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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 experiences. For information about working at Fidelity, visit FidelityCareers.com. Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to complete the application or interview process.

If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at:

accommodations@fmr.com

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At Fidelity, you’ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples’ lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don’t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you’ve always imagined.

Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks).

We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at fidelitycareers.com.

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.

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.

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.

Benefits
Learning & development
Culture

Benefits that adapt to everything life sends your way

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage

16-week maternity leave & 12-week parental leave

Student loan assistance

Fidelity is invested in you

Committed to Professional Development

At Fidelity, we are constantly adapting to the changing needs of our customers, new technologies, and better ways of working. And we empower our employees to do the same, with an emphasis on developing skills and connections that will help propel you forward in your career while being able to make an impact for Fidelity’s customers around the world.

We offer a wide range of options for professional development including online, in-person, and mentor driven solutions. Special interest and networking groups are also part of our culture of empowerment, personal and professional enrichment, diversity and inclusion, and knowledge sharing.

Continuing Education & Training

  • Assess, build, and align your development plan through resources like our skill-building classroom and online courses.
  • Video-based training for technology, leadership, management & more.
  • Ongoing skills development and coaching opportunities.
  • Paid training with a facilitator who is dedicated to your onboarding and will track and evaluate your progress, giving you strategies to improve.
  • A range of talent development programs to support career mobility.

Mentoring

  • Utilize the skills of experienced leaders to enrich your career.
  • Dedicated mentors to help you grow into new areas of Fidelity’s business as you develop new skills.
  • An open atmosphere of knowledge sharing and collaboration.
  • Opportunities to pay it forward, sharing the knowledge you develop and as you help others define how they want their career to take shape.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

"Fidelity believes in, and is committed to, fair and equitable treatment for every associate and customer, and to creating a safe and respectful environment, in which everyone is treated with kindness, compassion and respect." Abby Johnson | Chairman and CEO Fidelity Investments

At Fidelity, we are committed to building an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging that will attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce.

Fidelity’s ten affinity groups are self-organized groups of employees with common interests in areas such as race, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation, or who share similar interests based on similar sets of experiences.

These Employee Resource Groups and Special Interest Groups are models of inclusion for Fidelity. They’re also a powerful form of engagement and development and can provide a pathway to visible leadership roles. Our affinity groups make a large contribution on the business, helping to ensure our products and services are delivered in a welcoming and equitable environment.

  • Over 22K employees participate in an affinity group.
  • Over 1,400 affinity group members volunteered for Fidelity Cares in 2020.
  • 74% increase in affinity group memberships over the last three years.

Giving Back to Our Communities

Throughout Fidelity, you’ll find a genuine commitment to social responsibility – where we strive to make an impact for customers, while also making an impact on the world.

Fidelity Cares

  • Provides associates with opportunities to actively volunteer and share their talents.
  • Hosts numerous company-wide volunteer events (in-person and virtual).
  • Partners with nonprofit organizations to support our local communities.
  • More than 12,000 associates donate time annually – from interns to SVPs.
  • Impact includes refurbishing schools, donating books and supplies, and teaching financial literacy.

Fidelity Charitable®

  • Created to make it easy for people to support charitable organizations they care about.
  • Helped deliver $7.3 billion in donor-recommended grants to charity in 2019.
  • Supported more than 300,000 unique charities around the world.
  • Since its inception, more than $42 billion has been given to public charities.

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