Principal Angular Software Engineer - job 1 of 2

As a Principal Angular Software Engineer at Fidelity Asset Management Solutions, your primary responsibilities will encompass developing micro-services and user interfaces while leading a team in technical direction and design. You'll be involved in the entire development cycle, from conceptualization to delivery, ensuring high-quality software solutions that meet both functional and non-functional requirements.

To qualify for the Principal Angular Software Engineer role at Fidelity Asset Management Solutions, candidates should possess a strong foundation in Angular (RxJS), JavaScript, and TypeScript, alongside experience in developing micro UIs. Familiarity with testing frameworks like Storybook and Cypress, as well as Java backend environments and cloud technologies like AWS, would be advantageous.

At Fidelity Asset Management Solutions, the work environment is a hybrid mix of onsite and remote work that promotes collaboration while providing flexibility. You will be part of an agile team where teamwork is valued, and individuals are encouraged to share innovative ideas and solutions while striving for engineering excellence.

We require applicants for the Principal Angular Software Engineer role at Fidelity Asset Management Solutions to have a minimum of ten years of hands-on experience in software design and development, specifically using Angular, JavaScript, and TypeScript, in addition to a relevant degree in Computer Science or a related field.

A Principal Angular Software Engineer at Fidelity Asset Management Solutions will significantly contribute to project success by ensuring high-quality code, mentoring junior team members, and fostering collaboration across departments. By leading design discussions and engaging with stakeholders, you'll help influence technical improvements and contribute to creating robust asset management solutions.

When discussing your experience with Angular during the interview, be sure to highlight specific projects where you utilized Angular to develop user interfaces. Discuss the challenges you faced, how you overcame them, and the impact your work had on the overall project. Focus on the techniques and libraries you've worked with, and share any metrics that demonstrate your success.

In your response to testing strategies, discuss frameworks you've used, such as Jasmine and Karma, along with your experience using Storybook for component testing. Explain your approach to unit testing and end-to-end testing, highlighting any best practices you've implemented to ensure reliability in your applications.

When answering this question, consider sharing a specific scenario where you demonstrated your leadership skills by guiding your team through a technical challenge. Discuss how you approached problem-solving, involved team members, and reached a solution while maintaining team morale and productivity.

When addressing your experience with micro-services architecture, discuss projects where you've implemented or contributed to the design and development of micro-services. Highlight the benefits you've observed, such as improved scalability and maintainability, and touch on any challenges you encountered, such as inter-service communication.

In your response, emphasize the importance of code reviews, adhering to coding standards, and utilizing automation tools to enforce best practices. Share any specific processes you've instituted in previous projects to maintain high code quality and facilitate smooth collaboration among team members.

When addressing the role of DevOps, explain how it fosters a culture of collaboration between development and operations teams to achieve rapid delivery. Discuss tools you've used for CI/CD pipelines and how DevOps principles have influenced your delivery cycle and responsiveness to change.

In your response, describe a scenario where you took the initiative to mentor a junior developer. Discuss the techniques you used, whether through pairing, code reviews, or formal training sessions, along with the positive outcomes that resulted from mentoring.

Demonstrating your conflict resolution skills here is key. Discuss strategies you've employed, such as effective communication, gathering feedback, and prioritizing requirements based on business needs. Provide an example of a situation where your approach led to a successful outcome.

In your answer, draw from your knowledge of specific cloud platforms you've worked with, such as AWS, discussing how cloud technologies have influenced your development processes. Talk about the benefits you leveraged, like scalability and cost optimization, and any relevant projects.

When asked about staying current, mention resources such as blogs, conferences, and online courses you regularly follow. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning in the field of software development and how you apply new knowledge to your projects.