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Principal Systems Analyst

Fidelity

Fidelity

IT
Durham, NC, USA
Posted on Apr 8, 2026

Job Description:

Position Description:

Develops data analysis concepts and associated tools such as SQL, Python, Stored Procedures. Maintains and tunes stored procedures by leveraging database querying tools such as SQL, MySQL, and Snowflake (workspaces). Supports data capabilities by leveraging Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) technologies such as Informatica and Snap Logic. Works with data and databases, including data warehousing concepts and dimensional data models such as SQL. Provides analysis leadership on complex systems analysis projects, often across subsystems and companies, in a matrix organization. Consult with business users to develop recommendations that address difficult and complex business needs and opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Leads and conducts interviews with business users to gather requirements and analyzes technology needs and system and workflow challenges.

  • Develops recommendations that address difficult and complex business needs and opportunities.

  • Establishes full project life cycle plans for complex systems analysis projects and defines project scope.

  • Leads other analysts in the execution of documents on large and complex projects and monitors the quality and progress of documents created by other analysts.

  • Designs new systems based on requirements.

  • Leads and participates in the definition of test strategies, and coordinates user acceptance testing efforts.

  • Communicates progress of multiple projects to management, engages stakeholders on a regular basis, and manages expectations of internal and external stakeholders.

  • Serves as industry subject matter expert and identifies other subject matter experts who are the sources of requirements for large and complex projects.

  • Works with other teams to evolve standards and best practices for systems analysis processes.

  • Participates in incident/crisis management to assess business impact, determine/facilitate any workarounds, in concert with the production support organization.

  • Advises on risk assessment and risk management strategies.

  • Coaches and mentor’s junior product analysts and developers on systems analysis techniques and business workflows.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and five (5) years of experience as a Principal Systems Analyst (or closely related occupation) analyzing, designing, and developing data processing solutions using Informatica PowerCenter, Python, and PL/SQL in a retirement services environment.

Or, alternatively, Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and three (3) years of experience as a Principal Systems Analyst (or closely related occupation) analyzing, designing, and developing data processing solutions using Informatica PowerCenter, Python, and PL/SQL in a retirement services environment.

Skills and Knowledge:

Candidate must also possess:

  • Demonstrated Expertise (“DE”) analyzing, designing, developing, and testing ETL processes and implementing ETL bulk data integrations, data movement, and pipeline design patterns, using Data Models, Data Mappings, Informatica PowerCenter, and PL/SQL; and validating data loads to target systems, using SQL scripts and ETL Automation.

  • DE maintaining and providing Quality Assurance support for data driven projects and writing SQL queries and Stored Procedures for data extraction and manipulation, to present test conditions, keep records on data, and conduct data updates on databases (Oracle, SQLServer, AccessDB, and Sybase) and data warehouses.

  • DE applying DevOps principles during the software development life cycle; performing Continuous Integration (using Jenkins and GitHub) and Continuous Deployments (using IBM UDeploy).

  • DE performing data analysis and data visualization for large amounts of pension data received and sent to internal or external systems, using TOAD, MS SQL Server, Tableau, and OBIEE.

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Information Technology

Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles. Some roles may have unique onsite requirements. Please consult with your recruiter for the specific expectations for this position.

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.

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Benefits that balance life and work

From our fully paid parent leave to our on-site health and wellness centers, our benefits support the belief that more balance you have, the better you can achieve your goals.

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Company overview

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 experience.

Reasonable accommodations

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.

Equal opportunity employer

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.

Hybrid work schedule

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 all business days of every other week in a Fidelity office.

Applicant screening

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.

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