About this role
About Global Fixed Income Team
BlackRock’s active fixed income portfolio strategies stretch across a range of investment styles and segments of the fixed income universe. The breadth and depth of our platform puts us in a strong position to potentially deliver attractive returns in various market environments. With a focus on alpha generation and risk management, the team uses a top-down view from lead portfolio managers and bottom-up expertise from our sector specialists.
Responsibilities:
Design and develop generative AI and machine learning solutions to address fixed income investment and business problems
Experiment with and implement generative AI techniques such as retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), embeddings, and LLM-based workflows
Build, train, and fine-tune machine learning and deep learning models using appropriate frameworks and methodologies
Analyze large structured and unstructured datasets to extract insights, engineer features, and support model development
Apply statistical methods and hypothesis-driven experimentation to evaluate model performance and validate results
Work closely with portfolio managers, researchers, and business stakeholders to translate investment problems into data science solutions
Contribute to the deployment and integration of models into production systems, including APIs and scalable pipelines
Collaborate with data engineers to ensure high-quality data pipelines and efficient data access
Ensure adherence to responsible AI principles including model interpretability, fairness, and data governance
Communicate model outputs, insights, and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Stay updated with advancements in AI, machine learning, and quantitative methods to continuously enhance solutions
Education and Qualifications/Skills:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field.
4+ years of relevant experience.
Good understanding of the foundations and working principles of machine learning algorithms, linear algebra, probability theory, statistics, and optimization theory.
Knowledge of at least one of the following domains: generative AI, statistical learning, optimization, NLP, deep learning or time series analysis.
Should have strong proficiency in the following
Languages: Python, SQ
Frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, Hugging Face, LangChain, LlamaInde
Data & Storage: large‑scale distributed data analytics engines, Pandas, Snowflake, FAISS, Pinecone, Chrom
Familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, AWS
Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git/GitHub).
Strong analytical thinking skills with an ability to creatively solve business problems, innovating new techniques as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-driven and results oriented team player with ability to collaborate effectively across geographies/time zones
Passion for solving interesting and relevant real-world problems in Finance using a data science and AI approaches.
Prior experience in financial services or large-scale enterprise systems is a plus.
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.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
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.
To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 4+ years of relevant experience
- Strong understanding of machine learning foundations: linear algebra, probability, statistics, optimization
- Knowledge in at least one domain: generative AI, statistical learning, optimization, NLP, deep learning, or time series analysis
- Proficiency in Python
- Proficiency in SQL
- Proficiency with ML frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn
- Experience with LLM tooling: Hugging Face, LangChain, LlamaIndex
- Experience with vector stores and retrieval tools: FAISS, Pinecone, Chroma
- Experience with data tooling: Pandas, Snowflake, large-scale distributed analytics
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, AWS)
- Proficiency with version control systems (Git/GitHub)
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate across geographies and time zones; self-driven and results oriented
- Prior experience in financial services or large-scale enterprise systems
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The package includes a 401(k)/Retirement Savings Plan with an employer match plus an additional company retirement contribution. Together with an employee stock purchase option, this positions retirement support as a notable strength for U.S. roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave and family‑building resources (adoption, fertility, nursing support) are emphasized, alongside child, special‑needs, and elder‑care resources. This breadth signals meaningful support across diverse family situations.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off (FTO) for eligible roles is promoted, with additional sick and bereavement leave. Time away is framed as enabling rest and recharge when needed.
BlackRock Insights
What We Do
As the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock partners with investors around the globe to help them (and those on whose behalf they invest) plan for life’s most important goals – like retirement, home ownership and their children’s education. Our clients range from governments, foundations and other large institutions to those investing on behalf of individuals, including firefighters, nurses, teachers and factory workers. BlackRock was founded with the idea of creating a better asset management firm — one that was purpose-driven, focused on clients and risk management, and propelled by data and technology. Our breakthrough Aladdin® platform is BlackRock’s technological backbone, helping investors see and manage their whole portfolios in one place – from constructing investments to monitoring risk and executing trades. Used by hundreds of external institutions around the world, Aladdin combines powerful analytics and a common language to help investment teams make faster, more informed decisions across public and private markets. It’s a key part of our business and one of the reasons we’re trusted to manage more assets than any other investment manager today. At BlackRock, we challenge conventions and raise the bar for what’s possible. We harness technology to unlock new solutions, simplify complexity, and deliver investment strategies that meet people where they are. Whether it’s retirement planning, wealth building or navigating market shifts, we’re here to help clients invest more easily, more affordably and with more choice as we chart a path toward financial well-being together. Learn more: Careers.BlackRock.com
Why Work With Us
Without our people, technology is irrelevant. When we combine the power of people with the power of technology, we amplify our ability to create better outcomes for our employees, clients, shareholders and society alike.
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