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# Principal Quant Developer

- **Company:** Fmr LLC
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $107,000.0 - $216,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Linear Regression, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Information Technology
- **Published:** May 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/587d0a34-813f-4aa0-b18b-8247ae46b4f4

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree (or above) in a quantitative or computational field such as Statistics, Computer Science or Applied Mathematics
 * 6 years of experience in analytical models and working with investment professionals
 * Domain knowledge in either equities, fixed income or alternative asset classes
 * Deep understanding of quantitative techniques and methods, statistics and econometrics - including probability, linear regression and time series data analysis
 * Proven track record in hands-on development of analytical solutions
 * Full-stack software development knowledge.
 * Technical and programming skills including Python, SQL and Linux.
 * Ability to effectively communicate with multiple stakeholders, including fundamental and quantitative researchers, technology partners and senior management
 * Intelligently apply advanced analytics and quantitative concepts to support investment needs and develop new solutions.
 * Lead the implementation of a research project through the entire software development lifecycle utilizing a full-stack implementation.
 * Add scale, rigor, and repeatability to research through software development best practices.
 * Assist Research teams in developing new models and products that will provide an advantage to the organization in the marketplace.
 * Adept at detecting scope changes and escalating issues

## Description

As one of the principal quant developer on the team, you blend investment management and technical expertise with a passion for delivering results. You will be 'embedded' within the quantitative research team and you will partner with the investment teams on various projects including portfolio construction, risk management, and alpha research. You will contribute to build high quality, robust, and efficient analytical solutions that will help in defining risk for the alternative investment processes.


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