About this role

The Modern Workplace Engineering team is responsible for delivering next-generation end-user computing platforms that encompass the design, engineering, and implementation of advanced endpoint management technologies and solutions across Windows, Mac, and Mobile platforms at BlackRock, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop seamless digital workplace solutions aligned with the firm's goals. The team is dedicated to innovating and excelling by automating tasks, developing software applications and tools, continuously improving the services and processes, and ensuring consistency across all devices, ultimately improving security, and enhancing employee productivity and efficiency.

As a .NET Developer, you will:

• Define stories, build, and prioritize the backlogs for assigned products to unlock value to our business users quickly and safely.

• Ensure products have appropriate governance controls in place to mitigate Information Security risks and Compliance considerations.

• Work with your peers, squad members and engineering leads to prioritize and coordinate projects and tasks.

• Work with vendors and third parties to escalate issues, and petition for feature and enhancement requests.

• Provide technical and process support for our products and guidance where appropriate.

• Maintain and enhance existing code deployed to our environment.

• Design and develop new code-based solutions as needed for the environment.

• Interact with projects and initiatives that the team is undertaking and suggest automation strategies.

What You'll Need:

• 3-5 years of experience in software programming /development experience in .NET Framework (C# / VB)

• Working knowledge of .NET Languages (e.g. C#, Visual Basic .NET, ASP.net), WinForms and HTML5/CSS3

• Experience in other programming / Scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell, VBScript etc.)

• Knowledge of data interchange formats, such as XML, JSON. ARM, AJAX etc.

• Knowledge of SQL Server, ideally design/architectural patterns (e.g. Model-View-Controller (MVC), etc.)

• Familiarity and experience in implementing WPF, XAML UI framework, Entity Framework/ADO.net

• Knowledge of working with REST and RPC APIs and manipulating data received and sent.

• Experience in developing Windows applications and web applications.

• Experience in developing Windows based Services.

• Experience in use of inter-process communication between applications (such as, named pipe)

• Experience in working programmatically with Active Directory and reading / writing attributes of objects.

• Experience in creating / hosting web services.

• Experience in SQL server (e.g. create/update/interact with stored procedures) and database optimization.

• Working knowledge of agile frameworks and methodologies, including Git repositories

• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills

• Ability to work across cross-functional teams.

• Ability to work as part of a team, and also independently.

• Willingness to learn and be involved in team projects.

Beneficial Experience:

• Experience in working in Microsoft Azure, using Azure PowerShell, Azure CLI, Pipelines etc.

• Previous career experience in working in a Desktop Support or Infrastructure Support role.

• Previous career experience creating \ automating virtual machines using Citrix MCS

As a Modern Endpoint Engineer, you will:

• Understand inhouse developed traditional Windows 10 build creation & maintenance processes thoroughly.

• Plan an Operating System deployment strategy using MECM/SCCM and Intune AutoPilot to implement both Imageless solution as well as hardware independent custom images to support multiple hardware types and OS architectures, perform Windows upgrades, driver management, and the certification of new hardware devices.

• Maintain and support existing legacy environment and solutions throughout the migration.

• Implement solutions using MECM/SCCM and Intune to build and maintain virtual desktops in Azure with custom images.

• Work with Microsoft Intune/Autopilot environment including device enrolment, implementing, and configuring auto provisioning scenarios, configuring profiles, managing device access and compliance, application management, managing security etc.

• Manage endpoint profiles throughout the enterprise from design to deployment and steady state.

• Enhance forward-looking standards and solutions using MECM/SCCM and Intune to simplify deployment of windows, security, and third-party updates in timely manner to all devices globally including on-prem, cloud-based as well as remote internet-based.

• Migrate on-prem Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager infrastructure to Azure and handle in-place upgrades to latest Current Branch.

• Provide health and performance insights as well as trend analysis using Azure monitoring, endpoint analytics etc.

• Identify system problems and develop innovative solutions to improve processing efficiency and stability.

• Troubleshoot L3 issues and provide resolutions.

• Create supporting documentation for various audiences.

What You'll Need:

• 7+ years of experience in design, architecture, and implementation of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) Infrastructure.

• 7+ years of experience in end point design and management leveraging SCCM/MECM/SCCM and Intune with proven experience in Windows 10 Deployment: In-place upgrade, OS refresh and replace.

• Experience with traditional Windows build creation and OS deployment processes.

• Experience with Windows Autopilot as a modern OS deployment solution with strong understanding of the mechanics and processes for developing end to end provisioning processes through MS Intune including images, software deployment, and patching.

• Experience with co-management (Intune + SCCM / MECM/SCCM) as part of modern device management transformation.

• Understanding of Azure cloud platform, Microsoft 365, Active Directory concepts and secure token services such as ADFS, Certificates etc., network protocols/services and network infrastructure.

• Proficiency with automation via PowerShell or equivalent software development skills and experience using source code tools to store code, scripts, and configurations (e.g., Git, GitHub, etc.)

• Exposure to SCCM reporting integration with Power BI as well as Intune reporting automation using Graph API.

• Ability to multi-task and be creative and innovative in a dynamic, fast paced team environment.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; 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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.