About this role
About BlackRock:
Are you interested in building innovative technology that crafts the financial markets? Do you like working at the speed of a startup, and solving some of the world’s most exciting challenges? Do you want to work with, and learn from, hands-on leaders in technology and finance?
At BlackRock, we are looking for Full Stack Software Engineers who like to innovate and solve sophisticated problems. We recognize that strength comes from diversity, and will embrace your outstanding skills, curiosity, and passion while giving you the opportunity to grow technically and as an individual.
We invest and protect over $11 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 sophisticated financial companies and being part of a software development team responsible for next generation technology and solutions.
Team Overview:
The Multi-Asset team is responsible for streamlining the investment management workflow and manager research at BlackRock. The group also contributes to the development of infrastructure and applications responsible for Compliance, Risk Management, Trade processing, client reporting etc. If any of this excites you, we are looking to expand our team. We are enhancing our Technology platform using multiple technologies (React, TS, Java, Python), and this is the best time to join the team if you want to influence software design, architecture
Our team is looking for self-starter who can work out of Atlanta BlackRock office with other application developers in the team.
Responsibilities:
As a Full stack Developer, you will be a key member of the Aladdin Engineering team in Atlanta, primarily responsible for designing and enhancing solutions for Alternatives Investments Business.
You will play a crucial role in the development and enhancement of existing suite of tools that are used by Alternatives Investments Business.
Your responsibilities will include actively participating in architectural and design decisions, facilitating design and code-review sessions to ensure software meets functional and compatibility requirements, as well as high-quality standards.
Additional core engineering functions will include:
- Contributing to the application code base.
- Building widely used and reliable fundamental components.
- Anticipating new opportunities to continuously evolve the resiliency profile of scoped applications and architectures.
- Your expertise in both backend (Java, SQL Server) and frontend (React, TS) technologies will be essential in delivering high-quality solutions and driving innovation within the team.
Skills/Qualifications:
- B.S. / M.S. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in full stack software development and design
- Solid knowledge of designing massively scalable micro-service architectures, application operation and maintenance
- Strong developer background
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
- A passion for providing fundamental software solutions for highly available, performant full stack applications with a “Student of Technology” attitude
- Experience with software testing and ambition for providing high quality products
- Passion to work in a team-environment, multitasking, and effective communication skills
- Knowledge of software development methodologies (analysis, design, development, testing) and basic understanding of Agile / Scrum methodology and practices
- Strong hands-on experience in object-oriented programming, with proficiency in Java and expertise in object-oriented principles and design patterns, as well as front-end development using React.
- Ability and willingness to learn fast, multi-task, self-motivate and pick up new things easily.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships.
Good to Have:
- Understanding of Alternatives Investments Business.
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 | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.
BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email [email protected]. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.
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What We Do
BlackRock is a global asset manager. We help investors build better financial futures. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, our clients turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. Our founding mission was to establish a firm that thinks differently about managing investment risks to best serve our clients, and this is still at our core today.
We challenge businesses to reach higher standards. We use technology to think beyond what’s possible. We provide investment solutions for every need. We aim to simplify a complex world. We help chart paths towards financial health. We are BlackRock, and we are invested in your financial well-being.
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