Vice President, Lead Data Engineer at BlackRock

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

BlackRock Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience leading a project team of 3-5 software engineers across multiple locations (e.g., Atlanta and Gurgaon)
  • Strong collaboration skills with global teams, Product Managers, Data Analysts, Technical Operations, Release Managers, and business stakeholders
  • Expertise in designing, coding, testing, and supporting reliable, robust product data pipeline software through the full Software Development Lifecycle
  • Ability to identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies, finding root causes and preventing future issues with multi-functional teams
  • Proficiency in driving Agile delivery processes: planning, implementation, testing, release management, CI/CD
  • Knowledge of optimizing data loading processes and developing innovative approaches for data onboarding and integrity
  • Awareness of new data technologies, with ability to drive technical research and Proof of Concept activities
  • Skills in performing basic reporting, providing data insights, and responding to senior partner inquiries timely
  • Experience conducting code reviews and providing timely feedback to engineers
  • Ability to act as a role model, mentor developers, and contribute to an inclusive team environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead a project team of 3-5 software engineers working on the data pipeline for client-facing websites and reports related to BlackRock’s model portfolio business
  • Drive the Agile delivery process: planning, implementation, testing, release management, CI/CD
  • Maintain strong collaboration across global team locations and with other teams (Product Managers, Data Analysts, Technical Operations, Release Managers, business stakeholders)
  • Design, code, test, and support reliable, robust product data pipeline software with high-quality standards throughout the Software Development Lifecycle
  • Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies by finding root causes; collaborate with multi-functional teams to prevent future occurrences
  • Proactively optimize data loading processes and develop innovative approaches to improve onboarding and data integrity
  • Stay abreast of new data technologies, drive technical research, and conduct Proof of Concept activities as needed
  • Provide basic reporting and timely insights about data sets in response to senior partner inquiries
  • Perform code reviews and provide timely feedback to team engineers
  • Serve as a role model and mentor to other developers, contributing to an inclusive team culture

Skills

Data Engineering
Platform Engineering
Web Technologies

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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