AI Model Validation, RQA, Vice-President at BlackRock

Gurugram, Haryana, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Finance, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

7-10 years’ work experience in the financial industry
Advanced degree (MS, PhD) in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field
Strong understanding of AI/ML algorithms, including deep learning, NLP, and generative models
Experience with Python, R, or similar programming languages; familiarity with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Knowledge of AI risk management principles, validation methodologies, and regulatory expectations
Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and challenge stakeholders constructively
Experience validating large language models (LLMs) or generative AI systems
Familiarity with AI ethics, bias detection, and explainability frameworks
Exposure to cloud-based AI platforms and scalable model deployment

Responsibilities

Conduct independent validation of AI/ML models, including generative AI systems, recommendation engines, and predictive models
Design and implement comprehensive validation strategies and test plans tailored to each AI use case
Define clear success criteria and quality benchmarks to measure whether the AI solution meets all requirements and standards
Assess conceptual soundness, methodology, and alignment with intended business use
Review data quality, preprocessing steps, and feature engineering for AI use cases
Execute functional and performance tests
Evaluate performance metrics, robustness, and limitations under various scenarios
Document validation findings and provide recommendations
Stay current on emerging AI technologies, validation techniques, and regulatory developments
Communicate validation conclusions to relevant stakeholders, including escalating identified findings, risks or gaps to senior leadership and approval committees
Collaborate with AI Engineering, Data Science, and Risk teams to enhance AI transparency and trustworthiness

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AIMLGenerative AIPredictive AnalyticsNLPModel ValidationRisk ManagementData IntegrityPerformance Monitoring

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for this AI Model Validation role?

The role requires 7-10 years of work experience in the financial industry.

What education is needed for this position?

An advanced degree (MS, PhD) in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field is required.

Is this role remote or onsite?

The role will be based onsite in our GGN office.

What is the company culture like in RQA at BlackRock?

RQA is committed to investing in people for individual enablement, building a stronger team, and creating a culture of inclusion that encourages collaboration, innovation, diversity, and development of future leaders.

What skills make a strong candidate for this VP role?

Strong candidates will have 7-10 years in finance, an advanced degree in a quantitative field, and expertise in AI/ML model validation including data quality review, performance testing, and risk assessment.

BlackRock

About BlackRock

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1988Year Founded

$78,647.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

FDIC scrutiny could lead to regulatory challenges for BlackRock.

Workforce reduction may indicate internal financial pressures or strategic shifts.

Involvement in Yangzijiang Shipbuilding exposes BlackRock to geopolitical risks.

Differentiation

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, reached over $50 billion in assets quickly.

The firm is developing a layer-2 tokenized real-world asset platform on Ethereum.

BlackRock's partnership with Frax Finance enhances its stablecoin market presence.

Upsides

IBIT's success attracts a broader range of cryptocurrency investors.

The Ethereum platform positions BlackRock as a leader in blockchain financial services.

Partnership with Frax Finance enhances digital finance offerings and compliance.

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