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Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Senior Developer Technology Engineer - AI

Durham, NC · Hybrid

$52.75 - $69.50/hr

Programming fluency in C/C++ with a deep understanding of algorithms and software development. * A background that includes parallel programming, e.g., CUDA, OpenACC, OpenMP, MPI, pthreads, etc.

Java Developer

Cary, NC · On-site

$48.50 - $62.75/hr

A * Can we use Freelancer? : No * Named Job Posting? (if Yes - needs to be approved by SCSC) : No * Remote work possibility : (No Value) * Global Role Family : 6504 Developer / Software Engineer

... developer platform, ensuring a seamless software development lifecycle for engineers at Verily ... algorithms, and system design with strong analytical and debugging skills. • Strong communication ...

Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

$118K - $156K/yr

They are seeking a talented Software Engineer to build custom, high-impact VLSI CAD software ... algorithms • Writing challenging, innovative, well-designed, high-quality new code for desktop ...

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How much do freelance algorithmic trading software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance algorithmic trading software developer in Raleigh, NC is $108,723.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $126,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectFreelance Algorithmic Trading Software DeveloperQuantitative Analyst
CredentialsProgramming skills, trading platform knowledge, possibly certifications like CQFMathematics, statistics, finance degrees, certifications like CFA
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote, project-basedOffice-based, team-oriented, financial institutions
Industry UsageDevelops trading algorithms for clients or own tradingAnalyzes financial data to inform trading strategies

While both roles involve quantitative skills and financial markets, Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developers focus on building and implementing trading algorithms independently, often working remotely. Quantitative Analysts typically analyze data within financial firms to develop trading strategies, often working in team environments. The roles overlap in technical skills but differ in scope and work setting.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,723 per year, or $52.3 per hour.
Principal Software Engineer/Developer

Principal Software Engineer/Developer

Fidelity Investments

Durham, NC

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Fidelity Investments rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 266 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 146 rated financial services


Job description

Job Description:

Position Description:

Delivers time-to-market solutions to help demonstrate technology in an exploratory, highly iterative environment. Manages the technical delivery of software application integrations and custom extensions. Programs with Type Script (Angular), Java/Groovy, and JavaScript. Implements BPM solutions using Camunda. Uses business knowledge to translate the vision for divisional initiatives into business solutions by developing complex or multiple software applications and conducting studies of alternatives. Analyzes and recommends changes in project development policies, procedures, standards, and strategies to development experts and management.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Participates in architecture design teams.

  • Defines and implements application level architecture.

  • Develops applications on complex projects, components, and subsystems for the division.

  • Recommends development testing tools and methodologies and reviews and validates test plans.

  • Responsible for QA readiness of software deliverables.

  • Develops comprehensive documentation for multiple applications or subsystems.

  • Establishes full project life cycle plans for complex projects across multiple platforms.

  • Responsible for meeting project goals on-time and on-budget.

  • Advises on risk assessment and risk management strategies for projects.

  • Plans and coordinates project schedules and assignments for multiple projects.

  • Acts as a primary liaison for business units to resolve various project/technology issues.

  • Provides technology solutions to daily issues and technical evaluation estimates on technology initiatives.

  • Advises senior management on technical strategy.

  • Mentors junior team members.

  • Performs independent and complex technical and functional analysis for multiple projects supporting several divisional initiatives.

  • Develops original and creative technical solutions to on-going development efforts.

  • Develops squad product roadmaps in alignment with product area delivery strategy.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree (or foreign education equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field and five (5) years of experience as a Principal Software Engineer/Developer (or closely related occupation) designing and developing Business Process Management (BPM) applications, reporting, and data analytics in an investment management environment.

Or, alternatively, Master's degree (or foreign education equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field and three (3) years of experience as a Principal Software Engineer/Developer (or closely related occupation) designing and developing Business Process Management (BPM) applications, reporting, and data analytics in an investment management environment.

Skills and Knowledge:

Candidate must also possess:

  • Demonstrated Expertise ("DE") designing and developing robust Business Process Management (BPM) applications and data analytics to manage fund data (securities, portfolios, and index-related setup) and maintenance requests across asset classes using Camunda, Appian or other enterprise scaled BPM tools.

  • DE architecting, analyzing, and developing workflow and reporting solutions (exceptions management, helpdesks, and incident management) for reference and performance financial data using Camunda, Appian, Linux, JBOSS, OBIEE or Oracle.

  • DE performing application and API development (analysis, design, testing, maintenance, and support) using Java, Python, or AWS; and designing and implementing data solutions on Cloud using AWS, Java, Python, or JavaScript in a financial services environment.

  • DE developing and maintaining high volume, low latency financial trading and reporting applications using back-end (Java, J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot, Microservices, SOAP/REST Web Service, Linux Shell Script, or Python) and front-end client-side technologies (Angular, JavaScript, Typescript, Jquery, or CSS); and writing and debugging queries and stored procedures using Oracle, and performing performance tuning PL/SQL.

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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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