Technical Writer, Aladdin Product, Vice President at BlackRock

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

BlackRock Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience as a Technical Writer, Developer Advocate, or Software Engineer focused on APIs or event-driven systems
  • Deep understanding of RESTful and event-streaming architectures (Kafka, Kinesis, or similar)
  • Proven experience writing API and developer documentation using OpenAPI/Swagger or AsyncAPI specifications
  • Hands-on familiarity with developer tooling such as Git, Postman, Redocly, or similar platforms
  • Strong grasp of cloud-based integration concepts, including authentication, webhooks, and event publishing/subscription models
  • Excellent written communication skills and ability to translate complex systems into developer-friendly content
  • Proficiency in Markdown, YAML, and basic scripting (Python, JavaScript, or similar)
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working within a financial technology or enterprise SaaS environment
  • Knowledge of data integration, analytics, or asset and risk management workflows within Aladdin or similar ecosystems
  • Understanding streaming data pipelines and real-time analytics
  • Familiarity with API lifecycle management, and continuous documentation delivery
  • Background in computer science, information systems, or related technical field

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain clear, accurate, and engaging documentation for Aladdin Studio’s APIs, SDKs, and event streaming interfaces
  • Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and developer experience teams to translate complex technical concepts into approachable guides, tutorials, and reference materials
  • Document event-driven workflows, including streaming APIs, webhook subscriptions, and real-time data integration patterns
  • Design and implement content structures that scale across multiple APIs, microservices, and event channels within Aladdin Studio
  • Contribute to tooling and automation, using OpenAPI/AsyncAPI specs and CI/CD pipelines to generate and version developer documentation
  • Partner with Studio Product Marketing and Solution Architecture team to create onboarding materials, sample code, and “getting started” experiences for external and internal developers
  • Continuously improve the discoverability and usability of content within the Aladdin Studio Developer Portal
  • Champion documentation standards across the Aladdin Product Group, ensuring consistency, clarity, and technical accuracy

Skills

API Documentation
Event Streaming
OpenAPI
AsyncAPI
CI/CD
SDKs
Webhooks
Microservices
Developer Portal
Technical Writing

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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