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Developer, Private Markets Technology (BPMT), Associate

Locations: Belgrade, Serbia

Overview of Technology roles

At BlackRock, technology has always been at the core of what we do – and today, our technologists continue to shape the future of the industry with their innovative work. We are not only curious but also collaborative and eager to embrace experimentation as a means to solve complex challenges. Here you’ll find an environment that promotes working across teams, businesses, regions and specialties – and a firm committed to supporting your growth as a technologist through curated learning opportunities, tech-specific career paths, and access to experts and leaders around the world.

Job description

About this role

The BlackRock Private Markets Technology (BPMT) team within Aladdin Engineering is seekinga passionate and innovative Associate to join our dynamic team in Belgrade. 

BPMTis dedicated todigitally transforming BlackRock’s private markets investment teams by leveragingthe breadth of BlackRock’s technology platformThe team transformsbusiness requirements into cutting-edgetechnical solutions, oftentimes partnering with our Engineering andProduct Managementteams to ensureon-desk developments for our internal users benefit the widerexternal client base

Our goal is to deliver high-quality and impactful solutions while also enhancing our own skills and capabilities as a team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Investment SolutionsUnderstand investment objectives and deliver private market solutions, primarilyutilizing Aladdin and eFront.

  • Process Optimization: Analyze core business processes and interactions to improve efficiency through a deep understanding of investment team and other front officer personnel.

  • Workflow Design: Lead and document investment and operational workflow design sessions for private market investment teams across all strategies including Private Equity, Private Credit, Infrastructure, Real Estate and Multi-Alternative Solutions teams.

  • Technological Implementation: Implement eFront technology to automate core business processes and design desktop technologies for critical investment processes.

  • Scale Private Markets Data: Develop and maintaina single source of truth by establishing an enterprise data platform and build data-centric self-service environments.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with the Aladdin Product Management, Aladdin Engineering, BlackRock Tech & Operations and other partner teams in the One BlackRock community to evolve BlackRock’s platform for private markets.

  • High-Quality Product Delivery:Develop and deliver high-quality products by engaging with the team and tech subject matter expertsacross the firm.

Qualifications:

  • Experience: 3-6 years of experience in financial services, specifically in technology, analytics, operations, risk management, or data management.Private markets investments experience preferred.

  • Education: Advanced degree in finance, accounting, economics, computer science, or data engineering. Industry-specific certifications (e.g., CFA, CAIA) are preferable.

  • Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with internal teams across the globe.

  • Communication skills: Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly.

  • Relevant Work Experience: Prior experience in software development, data science & engineering, portfolio analytics, and business process reengineering.

  • Platform Knowledge: Familiarity with eFront, Aladdin, or other Private Markets Technology products is a plus.

  • Technical Skills: Technical proficiency in range of technologies including .NET (VB, C#, ASP.NET), SQL, Python, BI Tools (Power BI, Tableau), SQL and in working with large data sets at scale.

  • Problem-Solving: Excellent creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with an entrepreneurial approach to large, complex projects.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team that is at the forefront of technological advancements in private markets. If you are an ambitious and proactive individual looking to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.

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BlackRock Principles

We look to hire people that will embody our BlackRock Principles:

  • We are a fiduciary to our clients.

    This is the bedrock of our identity; it reflects our integrity and the unbiased advice we give our clients.

  • We are One BlackRock.

    We work collaboratively to create the best outcomes for our clients, our firm and the communities where we operate.

  • We are passionate about performance.

    We are relentless in innovating and finding better ways to serve our clients and improve our firm.

  • We take emotional ownership.

    We have a deep sense of responsibility to our clients and to each other.

  • We are committed to a better future.

    We are long-term thinkers, focused on helping people build a better tomorrow.

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Career path

We recognize that our technologists benefit from a tailored approach to navigating and advancing their careers in the ways they envision. Our tech career paths are specifically built to support vertical and horizontal trajectories – including Enterprise Leadership (team manager) and Tech Leadership (individual contributor) ‘tracks’ as well as various other career moves.

  • Engineer I (Analyst)
  • Engineer II/III (Associate)
  • Senior Engineer I/II (Vice President)
  • Lead Engineer
    (Vice President)
    Engineering Team Manager
    (Vice President)
  • Principal/Sr. Principal
    Engineer (Director)
    Engineering Team Director/ Sr. Engineering Team Director
  • Managing Director
    Managing Director
  • TECH
    LEADERSHIP
    ENTERPRISE
    LEADERSHIP

Benefits

We care about your overall well-being and design our benefits package to support you in various aspects of your life.

  • Financial well-being

    We offer resources designed to help you build a sound financial future for you and your family, like retirement savings plans and tuition reimbursement.

  • Pay for performance

    Our pay-for-performance philosophy includes a base salary and a discretionary annual bonus.

  • Physical well-being

    Our healthcare plans and resources help you focus on your physical health, so you and your family can feel your best.

  • Emotional well-being

    We support our people's mental health and emotional well-being by providing access to an Employee Assistance Program and a network of Mental Health Ambassadors.

  • Life management

    You'll be able to focus on moments that are important to you with benefits designed to support life in and outside of work with Flexible Time Off, parental leave and more.

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