About this role
Are you interested in building innovative technology that shapes the financial markets? Do you like working at the speed of a startup, and tackling some of the world’s most interesting challenges? Do you want to work with, and learn from, hands-on leaders and experts in technology and finance?
At BlackRock we are looking for 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.
The Aladdin platform that we build is used by BlackRock investors and we also sell this to over 100 global financial clients. We have an extraordinary responsibility to our clients all over the world, and a complete focus on high quality product development. Our technology empowers millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for education, buy a home and improve their financial well-being. With our focus on sustainability and ESG in the investment process, Aladdin is also increasingly used to help investors build climate-aware sustainable portfolios.
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 FinTech software development team who build great products using next generation technology and solutions.
We are:
- Passionate about building high quality scalable software to meet the needs of tomorrow
- Delivering solutions for both BlackRock investment users and over 100 global financial firms
- Developing in Java and other languages, with cutting edge technologies driving messaging, caching, cloud computing, and data management
- Building working, testable software every day, enabled by a scaled agile process and tools
- Committed to open source, and contributing back to the community
- A team who loves to innovate and continuously deliver value to our users through technology
You are:
- Passionate about technology with personal ownership for the work you do
- Curious and eager to learn new things, with a healthy disrespect for the status quo
- Love working within a successful team, learning from and helping others
- Willing to embrace work outside of your comfort zone, and push boundaries
- Data and quality focused, with an eye for the details that make great solutions
- You sometimes make mistakes, but always learn from them
Requirements:
- At least 3 years hands-on experience developing complex enterprise software systems.
- Strong programming skills in Java
- Experience with Spring and Maven
- BA/BS in Computer Science from an accredited university
- Knowledge or interest in finance
- Excellent investigative, problem-solving and communication skills
- An ability to translate real business problems into technical solutions
Good to have:
- Experience with frontend technologies and the Angular framework is a plus
- Knowledge and experience developing and working with relational databases (e.g. MySQL, Sybase)
- Experience developing using NoSQL and distributed storage technologies (e.g. Cassandra, HBase)
- Understanding of Linux environments and scripting languages
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 | Twitter: @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.
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