About this role
Associate Engineer – BlackRock SMA Solutions
About this Role:
We are expanding our team of engineers that owns and operates this extensive technology platform. As a member of this team, you will build, enhance, and support a wide variety of micro-services that enable financial portfolio construction, data integrations to connect diverse systems, and real-time operational workflows. You will work with your team and your stakeholders to ensure that platform capabilities address business needs in a complete and timely manner, with validated quality.
Requirements:
- BA/BS in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
- At least 5+ years of experience as an engineer with large scale systems, preferably in an investment management or trading environment
- Solid knowledge of programming fundamentals1 algorithms, data structures, design patterns, and paradigms
- Strong knowledge of one or more modern object-oriented languages (Python, Java, Go, etc.)
- Experience with web development and front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or similar)
- Solid knowledge of SQL and relationship databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Sybase, etc.)
- Knowledge of API design approaches (RESTful, GraphQL, gRPC)
- Ability to troubleshoot problems in a live environment and provide real time help with critical issues
- Write code that is easily understood and maintainable by other team members
- Keep up to date with developments in technologies we are using
- Ability to communicate and work effectively, supporting various business departments
- Ability to work in fast-paced interdisciplinary environment
Desired additional qualifications:
- Experience working in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Experience integration with CRM platforms such as Salesforce, MS Dynamics
- Familiarity with RabbitMQ, AWS SQS or other messaging technologies
- Familiarity with other structured storage or NoSQL solutions (Cassandra, DynamoDB, etc.)
- Background in statistical and / or financial analysis
For San Francisco, CA Only the salary range for this position is USD$132,500.00 - USD$162,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.
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
BlackRocks 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 6 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 6 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, weve provided on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
