Python Backend Developer, USWA WEA, Associate at BlackRock

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Wealth Management, Finance, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 6 to 9 years of professional experience in backend development using Python, preferably in the finance industry
  • Ability to handle core aspects of projects, technical modules, or major components
  • Strong understanding of OOP, design patterns, and software engineering principles
  • Hands-on experience with Python web frameworks like Flask or Django
  • Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., Sybase, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORMs (e.g., SQL Alchemy, Django ORM)
  • Experience with caching layers (e.g., Redis, Memcached) and message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka)
  • Knowledge of asynchronous programming and event-driven architectures is desirable
  • Hands-on experience with unit testing, CI/CD, and containerization using Docker
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure is a strong plus
  • Proficiency with RESTful API design, versioning, and authentication mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT)
  • In-depth knowledge of Python programming language, including libraries for data structures and reporting templates
  • Great collaborator with leadership skills and ability to provide clear global communication
  • Proven track record of performance, resulting in highly satisfied business partners
  • Experience working with global project teams across several time zones
  • Flexibility of shift timings
  • Desirable: Experience crafting web applications with front-end frameworks like Angular or React
  • Desirable: Exposure to Microservice and monolithic architectures
  • Desirable: Familiarity with monitoring tools

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable and performant Python micro services
  • Optimize services for maximum speed and scalability
  • Independently deliver major projects and be a key to technical designs
  • Work closely with frontend developers to provide end-to-end solutions
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following standard methodologies
  • Implement unit tests and end-to-end tests
  • Perform code reviews and ensure consistency with coding standards
  • Identify and fix performance bottlenecks in Python micro services
  • Build solutions by bringing to bear the existing BlackRock environment, ensuring multiple points of use
  • Project planning with Agile methodologies, including user stories, sprints, retrospectives, backlog management, and kanban boards
  • Flexibility to learn and work on various programming languages as per project needs
  • Mentor and foster team members

Skills

Python
Microservices
Backend Development
Unit Testing
End-to-End Testing
Code Review
Scalability Optimization
Performance Optimization

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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