About this role
Veterans Transition Program- Associate, Platform Enablement Application Engineer
We recognize that veterans bring a unique and valued perspective to BlackRock thanks to their extraordinary backgrounds and experiences. The Veterans Transition Program is designed to support veterans in making the transition from military life to the civilian workforce. The Program offers participants the opportunity to work at the world’s largest asset manager for six months. On completion of the Program, successful participants will be offered permanent employment at BlackRock.
Over the course of the Program, participants will:
Join teams and have an immediate impact;
Immerse themselves in the work of their teams;
Gain an understanding of how BlackRock serves its clients;
Be supported through training and mentorship;
Get exposure to senior leaders;
Participate in social and networking opportunities.
Program Structure:
The program begins with an orientation where you’ll learn about BlackRock’s principles, mission, purpose, and culture. You’ll learn about the asset management industry and get an in-depth look at how BlackRock serves its clients. Following orientation, you’ll join your team and gain insights into the day-to-day life of an Associate as you develop subject-matter expertise through on-the-job learning and our industry-leading technology, Aladdin.
About Team:Technology & Development Operations (TDO) sits within Platform & Ecosystem Engineering, part of the firm’s Platform Enablement organization. Platform Enablement is a horizontal capability focused on scaling execution, modernizing foundational platforms, and accelerating delivery across Business Operations and Client Services in close partnership with Aladdin Engineering.
TDO operates at the intersection of business process, technology, and delivery. We work directly with operational teams to identify workflow challenges, translate business needs into technical solutions, and build pragmatic tools and automations that improve scale, resilience, and efficiency across core operating platforms.
The role is part of the Technology & Development Operations team, and is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering technical solutions to the organization’s workflow challenges. The role requires a deep understanding of the functions within Business Operations and Client Services to better comprehend the challenges faced by these functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and deliver technical solutions, including AI-based models, that will help the organization scale.
- Work with stakeholders to identify areas where technology can be leveraged to improve business processes.
- Make autonomous decisions on which solutions best fit the business problem presented
- Test and validate AI models to ensure that they are accurate and aligned with the organization’s strategic goals.
- Play a key role in growing the core offering of the Aladdin Compliance and Accounting platforms
- Drive engagement with partners to ensure that proper business requirements are established.
- Build relationships with other internal technology teams to ensure familiarity with all potential AI-based solutions while also holding them accountable for capturing and measuring business benefits
- 4+ years of experience in a Business Analyst or Developer role, exposure in developing and implementing AI-based solutions preferred.
- Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, Python) as well as strong SQL and database knowledge.
- Understanding of machine learning models, including large language models (LLMs) and other neural networks.
- Familiarity with NLP techniques and tools such as sentiment analysis, named entity recognition, and topic modeling.
- Experience with cloud-based machine learning platforms such as Azure Machine Learning a plus.
- Experience using Agile methodologies – previous experience working from a backlog, sprints, retrospectives etc.
- Interest in the investment management industry and investment products
- Familiarity with Robotic Process Automation (RPA), e.g., Blue Prism
- Familiarity with data visualization tools, e.g., Splunk, Tableau, Power BI
- The ability to manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring that they are delivered on time and within time estimates.
- Identification of risk or gaps in a process and implementing plans to resolve using technical solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (in English) to convey sophisticated concepts simply and clearly
- A deep understanding of the organization’s business processes, goals, and objectives
- Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in LLMs and machine learning, and identify opportunities to apply them to the organization’s business processes.
Where will I be based?
This role will be based in our Wilmington, Delaware or Atlanta, Ga Office
Program Eligibility:
Minimum of 2 years of Active Uniformed service
<5 years of civilian work experience
Bachelor’s degree obtained pre- or post-military service
Open to all U.S. Veterans, regardless of rank or branch of service
Must be able to commence employment in October 2026
Application Deadline:
July 24, 2026
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 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.
BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.Skills Required
- Minimum 4+ years of experience in a Business Analyst or Developer role
- Exposure in developing and implementing AI-based solutions
- Proficiency in Java and Python programming languages
- Strong SQL and database knowledge
- Understanding of machine learning models, including LLMs and neural networks
- Familiarity with NLP techniques (sentiment analysis, named entity recognition, topic modeling)
- Experience with cloud-based machine learning platforms (e.g., Azure Machine Learning)
- Experience using Agile methodologies (backlogs, sprints, retrospectives)
- Familiarity with Robotic Process Automation tools (e.g., Blue Prism)
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (Splunk, Tableau, Power BI)
- Interest in the investment management industry and investment products
- Minimum 2 years of active uniformed service (U.S. Veterans)
- Less than 5 years of civilian work experience
- Bachelor's degree (obtained pre- or post-military service)
- Must be able to commence employment in October 2026
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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