Full Stack Java Engineer - Aladdin Engineering, Alternatives, Associate at BlackRock

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Finance, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • B.S. / M.S. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 3+ years of experience in full stack software development and design
  • Solid knowledge of designing massively scalable micro-service architectures, application operation and maintenance
  • Strong developer background
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
  • A passion for providing fundamental software solutions for highly available, performant full stack applications with a “Student of Technology” attitude
  • Experience with software testing and ambition for providing high quality products
  • Passion to work in a team-environment, multitasking, and effective communication skills
  • Knowledge of software development methodologies (analysis, design, development, testing) and basic understanding of Agile / Scrum methodology and practices
  • Strong hands-on experience in object-oriented programming, with proficiency in Java and expertise in object-oriented principles and design patterns
  • Expertise in front-end development using React
  • Expertise in backend technologies (Java, SQL Server) and frontend technologies (React, TS)
  • Ability and willingness to work out of Atlanta BlackRock office as a self-starter

Responsibilities

  • Designing and enhancing solutions for Alternatives Investments Business as a key member of the Aladdin Engineering team in Atlanta
  • Playing a crucial role in the development and enhancement of existing suite of tools used by Alternatives Investments Business
  • Actively participating in architectural and design decisions
  • Facilitating design and code-review sessions to ensure software meets functional and compatibility requirements, as well as high-quality standards
  • Contributing to the application code base
  • Building widely used and reliable fundamental components
  • Anticipating new opportunities to continuously evolve the resiliency profile of scoped applications and architectures

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JavaReactTypeScriptPythonFull Stack

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

The role requires working out of the Atlanta BlackRock office with other application developers in the team.

What technical skills are required for this Full Stack Java Engineer role?

Required skills include backend expertise in Java and SQL Server, frontend proficiency in React and TypeScript (TS), along with architectural and design experience.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the team culture like at BlackRock's Multi-Asset team?

The team works at the speed of a startup, solving sophisticated problems with hands-on leaders, emphasizes diversity and innovation, and offers opportunities to influence software design and architecture.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate is a self-starter with a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or Engineering, expertise in Java, SQL Server, React, and TS, and the ability to contribute to architectural decisions and code reviews.

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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