Associate, Financial Model Engineer (C++ development) at BlackRock

Gurugram, Haryana, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Asset Management, Financial Services, Investment ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Experience in enterprise software development: at least 3-5 years of hands-on experience
Strong programming skills in C++17 or later
Familiarity with Design Patterns
Familiarity with Python or scripting languages (bash, PowerShell)
Understanding of software development tools (version control, test frameworks) and Continuous Integration
Ability to work collaboratively in an agile team environment
Nice to have: Experience with C++ development tools (CMake, CLion)
Nice to have: Knowledge of messaging systems (MQ, Kafka) and serialization (Google Protocol Buffers)
Nice to have: Familiarity with Unix systems (Red Hat, Ubuntu) and profiling tools (gprof)

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain analytics and modeling components for private credit and asset-backed financing products
Collaborate with quantitative researchers to implement pricing and cashflow models
Work with senior engineers to design modular, scalable architecture for analytics services
Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes to ensure high-quality deliverables
Engage with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and performance optimization

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

C++Financial ModelingQuantitative AnalyticsRisk ManagementPortfolio ManagementSecurity ValuationPrivate MarketsPrivate CreditAsset-Backed Financing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this role?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What programming skills are needed for this position?

The role requires C++ development skills as indicated by the job title, along with abilities to develop and maintain analytics components, implement pricing and cashflow models, and design modular, scalable architecture.

What is the team environment like at BlackRock's QAE?

You will join a high performing team in a collaborative environment with presence in Gurgaon, Mumbai, Budapest, and New York, working closely with quantitative researchers, senior engineers, and internal stakeholders.

What makes a strong candidate for this Financial Model Engineer role?

Motivated professionals with skills in C++ development, experience building analytics and models for private markets like private credit and asset-backed financing, and the ability to collaborate with researchers and engineers stand out.

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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