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Business Overview:
USWA Business delivers BlackRock's full set of capabilities - iShares, alpha-seeking and alternative products, portfolio solutions and technology services - to wealth management firms and financial advisors in the US.
Advisor Engagement group within the USWA Business delivers a broad set of services and client engagement approaches that amplify the work of our client teams. This includes digital client engagement, business consulting, thought leadership, advisor growth programs, and advisor education. The team also works closely with Global Marketing to design an integrated USWA marketing strategy. WEA (Wealth Enablement and Analytics) Engineering team within Advisor Engagement group is responsible for developing new tools and capabilities which enable Sales, Portfolio Consulting, and other Wealth Distribution partners to self-service their advisor engagements, and drive innovation and scale.
Job Purpose/Background:
We are seeking an energetic professional to lead a team of Full Stack developers and having hands on technical experience in design and development of Python based Applications and Angular based Interactive Data Visualization solutions.
The individual must have a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle and extensive experience building multi-tier applications. The ideal candidate will thrive in a work environment that requires strong problem-solving skills and independent self-direction, coupled with an aptitude for team collaboration and open communication. Attention to detail and creativity in problem solving are critical skills.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead a delivery team and demonstrates leadership and team management skills (both People + Technical).
· Deliver a major project or multiple projects in partnership with other technical teams.
· Design and implement scalable technical solutions for projects by utilizing the BlackRock environment that already exists., and if that’s not possible, develop solutions with multiple points of leverage than silo solutions.
· Responsible for quality, effectiveness and on time delivery of projects, engagement and mentoring of delivery teams.
Project planning with Agile Methodologies: Plan, execute, and enhance projects with the help of Agile tools and techniques like user stories, sprints, retrospectives, backlog management and kanban boards.
· Sets the strategic direction for the team and influences thinking of the function. Challenges the status quo and proactively looks out for opportunities to improvise existing processes.
· Takes up varied and challenging assignments and delivers high impact solutions, eventually raising the bar within the regional team. E.g., Build and execute a successful data strategy for the business.
· Adjust activities to meet changing priorities and demands of local and functional teams. E.g., Assisting in driving firm wide initiatives.
Eligibility Criteria:
· Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
· 10+ years of relevant software programing experience (preferably in finance industry).
· 4+ years of experience leading a team of Full Stack developers and providing technical and functional oversight to the delivery team.
· In depth experience in Python programming language including libraries for data structures, reporting templates, scripting etc.
· Extensive experience creating web applications with front-end frameworks like React or Angular.
· Has in-depth knowledge of production infrastructure and ability to define production deployment architecture and BCP plan for their tool(s) and application(s).
· Demonstrates ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions by weighing both risks and rewards and considers short- and long-term consequences. E.g., In case of production deployment having issues, proven ability to make Go/No-go decisions and if required roll back the release.
· Demonstrates strong stakeholder management skills. Ability to delivers clear and well-organized global communication across various business groups.
· Has a proven track record of performance that resulted in highly satisfied business partners.
· Demonstrates passion for Business and can connect the dots.
· Flexibility of shift timings.
Desirable
· Use of APIs and understanding of HTTP and REST architecture.
· Experience with sales CRM systems like Microsoft Dynamics, portfolio risk reporting tools.
· Knowledge in any one of the visualization tools like Power BI.
· Exposure to technologies like data science and machine learning.
· Experience working on LLM and Gen AI projects.
· Knowledge and interest in the financial services industry domain strongly recommended.
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 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.
