Blockchain Developer

Title: Blockchain Engineer

Department: Enterprise AI and Engineering – Blockchain Centre of Excellence

Location: Cannon Street, London (Hybrid)

Job Type: Contract

About Fidelity International

Fidelity International offers investment solutions and services and retirement expertise to approximately 3 million customers globally. As a privately-held, purpose-driven company with a 50-year heritage, we think generationally and invest for the long term. Operating in more than 25 locations and with over $800 billion in total assets, our clients range from central banks, sovereign wealth funds, large corporates, financial institutions, insurers, wealth managers, and private individuals.

Our clients come from all walks of life – and so do we. We’re proud of our inclusive culture and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are a disability-friendly employer and happy to discuss any adjustments that would support you through the recruitment process and beyond.

We are committed to being a truly flexible employer, encouraging our people to perform their roles in the way that works best for them, our colleagues, our clients, and the business. We call this “dynamic working.”

Department Overview

The Blockchain Centre of Excellence (BCoE) is a specialist unit within the Enterprise AI and Engineering division. The team’s mission is to explore and validate blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) solutions relevant to Fidelity’s business and the broader financial industry. As a tight-knit team of technologists and domain experts, we blend technical depth with business insight to unlock value through emerging decentralized technologies.

What You’ll Do

As a Blockchain Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Fidelity’s DLT initiatives. You will lead and support enterprise blockchain projects and guide the strategic integration of tokenization and digital asset capabilities.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Blockchain Assessment & Advisory: Evaluate blockchain platforms and protocols for enterprise use, focusing on scalability, performance, security, and interoperability.
• Tokenization Strategy: Design and assess tokenization frameworks for regulated financial products, such as mutual and money market funds.
• Solution Review: Provide critical evaluation of vendor and partner solutions for DLT implementation; perform risk assessments.
• Architecture & Standards: Develop and maintain architectural standards, security models, and integration blueprints for blockchain systems.
• Development & Integration: Deliver hands-on smart contract development and integration with enterprise systems; collaborate closely with vendors and act as an individual contributor where needed.
• Thought Leadership: Represent Fidelity in industry forums, publish white papers, and lead internal knowledge-sharing on blockchain and digital asset trends.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Engage with business, compliance, and technical stakeholders to align blockchain solutions with enterprise strategy and regulatory expectations.
• Technology Scouting: Monitor emerging technologies in blockchain including zero-knowledge proofs, oracles, custody, interoperability, and DeFi applications.

Your Skills and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years in enterprise IT or software engineering, including 3+ years with blockchain/DLT.
• Proficient in Ethereum, Hyperledger, or comparable platforms.
• Hands-on experience developing smart contracts (e.g., Solidity) and integrating blockchain with enterprise systems.
• Familiarity with financial services, particularly in asset management and fund distribution.
• Proven ability to design or evaluate tokenization use cases.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working with financial regulators or in a regulated financial environment.
• Awareness of industry initiatives like Project Guardian, Project Jura, and the Tokenized Funds Working Group.
• Understanding of stablecoins, CBDCs, or DeFi in the context of traditional finance.

Feel Rewarded

At Fidelity, we value your wellbeing and support your personal and professional development. As part of our contract workforce, you’ll receive access to a range of financial and personal benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Access to Fidelity’s wellbeing programmes and resources
• Dynamic working environment
• Opportunities for professional development through internal networks and training
• Inclusion in Fidelity’s vibrant workplace culture