About this role

Are you interested in building innovative technology that shapes financial markets? Do you like working at the speed of a startup but want to tackle some of the world’s most complex problems? Do you want to work with, and learn from, hands-on leaders in technology and finance?

At BlackRock, we are looking for Sr. Software Engineers who like to innovate and solve complex problems. We recognize that strength comes from diversity, and will embrace your unique skills, curiosity, and passion while giving you the opportunity to grow technically and as an individual.

We invest and protect over $7 trillion (USD) of assets and have an extraordinary responsibility to our clients all over the world.  Our technology empowers millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for college, buy a home and improve their financial well-being.

Being a technologist at BlackRock means you get the best of both worlds: working for one of the most advanced financial companies and being part of a software development team responsible for next generation technology and solutions.

This role will be responsible for all aspects of software development, testing and ensuring compatibility with enterprise and solutions architecture by harnessing modern development technologies

You will have the chance to define and develop new capabilities and engage with multiple development teams and partners across the Aladdin Product Group.

Job Description:

• Help design and build the next generation of world’s best Technology platform for Aladdin

• Understand the infrastructure that powers the telemetry stack responsible for business-critical metrics

• Have knack of understanding performance, reliability and scalability of the underlying telemetry systems

• Be part of an agile development team working with Technical Architects, leads, designers and team

• Diagnose, research and resolve software defects

• Understand and refine business and functional requirements and convert them into scalable technical design.

• Apply proven quality software engineering practices through all phases of development

• Ensure resilience and stability through quality code reviews, unit, regression and user acceptance testing, dev ops and level two production support

Role Essentials:

• B.S. / M.S. degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline with 3-5 years of experience

• A passion for engineering highly available, performant full stack applications with a “Student of Technology” attitude

• Good hands-on object-oriented programming experience in Java, Spring, JavaScript, Python, Angular (2.0 +)and Design with Design Patterns expertise

• Strong experience with Open Source technology stack (Spring, Apache, JBoss, Tomcat, Ant, Maven, JUnit, etc.).

• Experience with relational database and NoSQL Database (e.g. Apache Cassandra)

• Dev Ops with Azure Dev OPS or equivalent git based SDLC practices is helpful

• Passion to work in a team-environment, multi-tasking and effective communication skills

• Flexibility and ability to adapt to other technologies such as Kubernetes, Cloud

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and debugging skills

• Knowledge of software development methodologies (analysis, design, development, testing) and basic understanding of Agile / Scrum methodology and practices

• Open source publish-subscribe frameworks like apachekafka

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Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock (http://careers.blackrock.com/) | Twitter: @blackrock (https://twitter.com/blackrock) | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.