About this role

Are you interested in building innovative technology that shapes the financial markets? Do you like working at the speed of a startup, but want to solve some of the world’s most complex problems? Do you want to work with, and learn from, hands-on leaders in technology and finance?

At Black Rock, we are looking for a C#/React Full-Stack Senior Engineer who likes to innovate and solve complex problems. We recognise that strength comes from diversity, and will embrace your unique skills, curiosity, and passion while giving you the opportunity to grow technically and as an individual.

With over USD $12 trillion of assets, we have an exceptional responsibility: our technology empowers millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for college, buy a home and improve their financial well-being.

Being a developer at Black Rock means you get the best of both worlds: working for one of the most advanced financial companies and being part of a software development team responsible for innovative technology solutions.

Within the Aladdin Product Engineering group, Blackrock’s Tactical Solutions team provides enterprise-level, rapid application development (RAD) solutions that adhere to industry recognised best practices. Team members work in conjunction with business units throughout the firm to develop solutions that:

• Meet business requirements that fall outside of core system functionality.

• Enable product innovation and speed-to-market.

• Prototype new/emerging business processes.

• Achieve operational efficiencies.

• Remediate risk.

In the last few years, the team has undergone a significant evolution in its technology stack to focus on C#, ASP.Net and React. To meet the increased demands on the team, there is the opportunity for a senior engineer to join continue driving the successful delivery of high-profile solutions and the technology evolution.

Role description: C#/React Full-Stack Senior Engineer

This role will provide the opportunity to work on some of the most immediate challenges facing the firm in a fast-paced environment. You will be able to own all aspects of development across the full life cycle, from inception and requirements gathering to delivery. We work with modern tooling (.Net 10 / React 18) and have the freedom to select the best tools and innovate to solve any problem. There will be the opportunity to lead smaller squads of developers where there is a need to accelerate development, giving you experience of people management.

Responsibilities:

• Own and manage high-profile, critical projects and ensure successful delivery by working closely with business stakeholders.

• Work as technical lead through the whole SDLC, understanding and refining systems requirements

• Design and write code, testing and QA, and clearly documenting the development process.

• Understand and support existing applications and resolve operational issues.

• Improve current processes through technical leadership including bringing new technologies onboard such as cloud native and AI integration.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related software engineering background

• 5+ years of experience in software development using C#, NET Core, React, Typescript and related technologies

• Experience of database management systems such as SQL Server / Sybase / Postgres

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proactive approach with ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.

• Curiosity about the functional part of the product, base knowledge about the Finance industry will be highly appreciated.

• Strong communication skills and proven ability to lead medium sized projects with a squad of developers

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

Black Rock’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 Black Rock.

About Black Rock

At Black Rock, 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 Black Rock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

Black Rock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.