Principal– Software Engineering – Digital Assets Engineering – Blockchain
Bangalore, Karnataka
Job Description:
Job Title – Principal– Software Engineering – Digital Assets Engineering – Blockchain
The Purpose of This Role
As a Principal Digital Assets Engineer you will be part of the Fidelity Center for Applied Technologies (FCAT) team with a focus on blockchain use cases for the enterprise.
The Value You Deliver
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Design and develop enterprise blockchain solutions for use across Fidelity
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Advocating for and developing new enterprise business use cases across Fidelity
The Skills that are Key to this role
Technical / Behavioral
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Designing, implementing, and supporting distributed blockchain-based enterprise solutions
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Experience in working with diverse blockchains/distributed ledger implementations like Ethereum, Corda, Hyperledger Fabric.
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Proficiency in two or more of the following languages, NodeJS, Java, Golang.
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Experience in various L2 solutions.
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Understanding of various DeFi Protocols in depth.
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In depth understanding and security best practices in developing smart contracts.
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Understanding the business model.
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Designing DLT centered solutions architectures for business processes
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Evaluating, choosing optimal blockchain recommendation/solution
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Developing a blockchain solution for that business model
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Building and launching a blockchain network
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Lead engineering a complete blockchain solution
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Integrating blockchain/distributed ledgers with external components
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interoperability and how they can be used effectively
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Evaluating new blockchains and distributed ledger implementations
The Skills that are Good To Have for this role
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Experience in software engineering with large and diverse codebase.
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Expertise in developing smart contracts in Solidity.
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Familiarity with bitcoin and payments in DeFi space.
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Familiarity with basics of cryptography and cryptographic algorithms
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Experience in creating and maintaining P2P networks
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Working experience with opensource blockchain communities is an advantage.
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Willingness to constantly re-iterate design and code for the best solutions
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Excellent writing and communication skills
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Experience in working on an incubator or accelerator setup is a plus
How Your Work Impacts the Organization
At Fidelity, we are focused on making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want— from the 23 million people investing their life savings, to the 20,000 businesses managing their employee benefits programs, to the10,000 advisors and institutions needing innovative technology solutions to invest their clients’ money. To do this well, as a privately held company, we place a high degree of value in nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to being an employer of choice.
Underneath this stable and trusted brand is one of the most interesting innovation practices you never heard of – The Fidelity Center of Applied Technology (‘FCAT”). FCAT is a centralized function whose mandate is to catalyze innovation across the firm. Our FCAT teams prototype and pilot new businesses and capabilities that continue to distinguish our brand as the best customer experience in the financial services industry. These teams focus on exploring big industry game-changing technologies such as crypto currencies, artificial intelligence, virtual/augmented reality & cloud computing. Additionally, FCAT’s world class research team identifies trends and works with partners across the innovation ecosystem to “bring the outside in.” We collaborate with MIT, Harvard, Stanford and other academic institutions, and partner with Accelerators, Start Ups and other industry leaders to drive new ideas and innovation practices across the firm.
The Expertise We’re Looking For
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9 + years of software design and development experience.
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Computer Science Graduate
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Experience with full stack development
Location : Bangalore – EGL
Shift timings: 8:00 pm – 5:00pm
Certifications:
At Fidelity, building a better financial future— for everyone— is our mission. For the last 75+ years, our privately-held company has remained committed to supporting our clients throughout their lifelong financial journeys.
Our formula is simple: we support our team, and they support our customers. That culture begins with our employees, whose personal and professional growth is key to our collective success. In keeping with that legacy, our privately-held company offers associates career stability and security, while at the same time encouraging your professional exploration and growth. At Fidelity India, we are proud to continue that legacy. With offices in Bangalore and Chennai, our Indian branch is now celebrating 20 years as a Global Capability Center. To find out more, visit India.Fidelity.com, or our global site at fidelitycareers.com.
Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer, and whenever possible we accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to complete the application or interview process. Please email us at accommodations@fmr.com or call 800-835-5099 for more information
Benefits Developed for You
From the little things that make every day better to those big-picture, life-changing tools. That’s exactly what you’ll get at Fidelity. We have an amazing package of benefits and programs designed to help you thrive both at and outside of work.
Insurance
Affordable and accessible healthcare benefits for you and your loved ones.
- Coverage of up to INR 300,000 for you along with your spouse/partner, with additional top-up options available
- Insurance covers for parents/in-laws made available at subsidized costs
- Personal accident insurance cover of six times your annual basic salary
- Life insurance cover of eight times your annual basic salary
Wellness
We invest in nurturing healthy habits and promoting overall wellness of our associates through three pillars – Physical, Emotional, and Financial wellness.
Parenting
To help you through the exciting yet demanding times of parenthood, avail of time off and other benefits such as childcare allowance and access to daycare.
Transport
You will have access to free transport services to and from work, subject to residing within our pre-defined boundary limits
Retirement
Finally, like the icing on the cake, we offer benefits that will help you contribute to and invest towards your retirement.
- National Pension System (NPS) offered at Fidelity:
- At Grade 6 and below, Fidelity will match your NPS contribution up to 5% of your basic salary
- At Grade 7 and above, Fidelity contributes 10% of your basic salary towards NPS as part of your compensation structure
- Avail of other statutory benefits such as EPF, VPF and Gratuity
Read more about our Benefits program.
Committed to Continuous Learning
At Fidelity, we are constantly adapting to the changing needs of our customers, new technologies, and better ways of working. And we empower our associates to do the same, with an emphasis on developing skills 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 including online, in-person, and mentor driven solutions – as well as learning days and job shadow opportunities to expose you to new elements of our business to broaden your experience.
Ongoing Opportunities for Growth
- Free access to thousands of online training resources
- Internal clubs focused on trending topics and associate interests
- Ability to pursue online or in-person technical certifications
Read more about our Learning & Development program.
Connected to Our Communities
At every level of our organization, you’ll find people who are committed to doing their part to make the world a better place. We host events and conduct volunteering activities, encouraging associates across the organization to get involved and make an impact on the lives of people in the communities where we live and work.
Fidelity Cares
- Through our community relations program, we provide associates with several opportunities to actively volunteer and create an impact
- Host numerous company-wide volunteering and awareness events.
- Partner with a number of not-for-profit organizations to benefit our local communities
Year-Round Volunteer Opportunities
- Partner with schools and our not-for-profit organizations on financial literacy programs, career counselling, and online tutoring for students
- Teach employability skills to youth from low-income backgrounds, and conduct mock interviews to prepare them for corporate jobs
- Create joyful learning experiences for primary school children through the ‘Art in Education’ program
- Plant urban mini forests and participate in local cleanup efforts
Read more about our Fidelity Cares community relations program..
