About this role
This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio. Job Overview Working in the Private Markets Data Engineering team you will be responsible for working collaboratively with Product and other colleagues across the business to build the technology that powers our Researchers as they collect and manage the data of Private Markets. You will be focused on building systems to support the collection, cataloguing and management of all entities across the Private Markets universe, providing consistent labelling and identification. The systems we use to manage data are critical to the success of Aladdin and Preqin and are core drivers of our mission to unleash the power of data, increasing transparency in alternative assets and empowering the finance community to make better decisions across the global alternatives market. As you build these solutions out for the business you will also explore how AI and similar advancements can be utilised throughout to improve data accuracy and timeliness along with the efficiency of our Research team. In this role you will: Collaborate with Engineering, Product and Research teams across the business to build data management technology solutions to support our Research teams and ensure the business can bring high quality data to market quickly. Deliver high-quality software solutions at the standards required by an enterprise. Be a champion for software quality, using best practice to deliver well designed and tested solutions. Contribute to continuous improvement within working practices, teams and yourself. Operate autonomously to proactively seek out optimal technological solutions by collaborating with various stakeholders internal and external. You are a good fit if: 9+ years’ experience in software engineering. You possess strong technical ability across the full stack: C# and .NET core, python, REACT.JS and Postgres are our main technologies, with AWS as our cloud provider. You have experience building complex, data-centric technology solutions. You have knowledge of infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines (including secrets management) and container orchestration software such as Cloud-Native distributed containerized microservice orchestration You are curious; willing to learn about new technologies, ways of working and acquire new skills possessing a growth mindset. You know that generating positive outcomes requires knowledge of the customer and the problem space to allow effective use of your technical knowledge ability. You are passionate about improving the capacity of engineering teams to deliver value through collaboration, excellent tooling and thin configurable servicesOur 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.
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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.
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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.
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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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