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**About this role** Job Description Responsibilities Developers are expected to be involved from inception of projects, understand requirements, architect, develop, deploy, and maintain applications. Typically they work in a multi-disciplinary squad (we follow Agile!) which involves partnering with program and product managers to expand product offering based on business demands. Design is an iterative process, whether for UX, services or infrastructure. Our goal is to drive up user engagement and adoption of the platform while constantly working towards modernizing and improving platform performance and scalability. Deployment and maintenance requires close interaction with various teams. This requires maintaining a positive and collaborative working relationship with teams within Aladdin Data as well as with wider Aladdin developer community. Production support for applications is usually required for issues that cannot be resolved by operations team. Creative and inventive problem solving skills for reduced turn around times are highly valued. Preparing user documentation to maintain both development and operations continuity is integral to the role. Adhering to BlackRock's software and design standards is expected and contributing towards upkeep of those standards is encouraged. Skills and Experience BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent practical experience 0-3 years experience as a software engineer Robust object-oriented design pattern knowledge and implementation experience using Python. Experience with Python frameworks like Flask and Pandas Experience working with large volumes of time series data and building services, APIs and applications based of it Experience in designing multi-tier application architecture and distributed caching solutions Strong understanding of data modeling techniques Experience working with relational/non-relational databases and understanding of storage technologies (like MSSQL, Sybase, InfluxDB, Distributed highly available NoSQL data store or HBase) Nice to have Experience with AI-related projects/products or experience working in an AI research environment. Experience with dev ops tools like Git and Azure DevOps Exposure to building microservices and APIs ideally with REST, Real-time distributed event streaming platform or gRPC. Exposure to high scale distributed technology like Real-time distributed event streaming platform, Ignite, In-memory data stores for caching and real-time analytics Experience with Agile development concepts and related tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Passion for learning and implementing new technologies For Wilmington, DE Only the salary range for this position is USD$90,250.00 - USD$110,000.00 . 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** 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: 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 Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com . 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.

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