Data Ops, Vice President
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Team: Data Management Job Requisition #: R260595 Date posted: Feb. 09, 2026
Job description
About this role
We are looking for an innovative hands-ontechnologist torun Data Operations for one of the largest global FinTech’s. This is a new role that will transform how we manage and process high quality data at scale andreflectsour commitment to invest in an Enterprise Data Platform to unlock our data strategy for BlackRock and our Aladdin Client Community.A technology first mindset, to manage and run a modern global data operations function withhigh levelsof automation and engineering, is essential. This role requires a deep understanding of data, domains,andthe associatedcontrols.
Key responsibilities:
Theidealcandidatewill be ahigh-energy,technology and data drivenindividualwho hasa track recordofleading and doing theday to dayoperations.
Ensure on time high quality data delivery with a single pane of glass for data pipeline observability and support
Live and breathe best practices of data ops such as culture,processesand technology
Partner cross-functionally to enhance existing data sets,eliminatingmanual inputs and ensuring high quality, and onboarding new data sets
Lead change while ensuring daily operational excellence, quality, and control
Build andmaintaindeep alignment with key internal partners on ops tooling and engineering
Foster an agile collaborative culture which is creative open,supportive,and dynamic
Knowledge and Experience:
8+years’ experienceinhands-ondata operations including data pipeline monitoring and engineering
Technical expert including experience with data processing, orchestration (Airflow) data ingestion, cloud-based databases/warehousing (Snowflake)and business intelligence tools
Champion the adoption of AI‑enabled capabilities across Data Operations, including anomaly detection, predictiveissuemanagement, and automated operational insights to improve resilience, scale, and client experience.
Theability tooperateand monitorlarge data setsthrough the data lifecycle, including the tooling and observabilityrequiredtoensure data quality and control at scale
Experience implementing, monitoring, and operating data pipelines that are fast, scalable, reliable, andaccurate
Understanding of modern-day data highways, the associated challenges, and effective controls
Passionate about data platforms, dataqualityand everything data
Practical and detailed oriented operations leader
Inquisitiveleader whowillbringnew ideasthat challenge the status quo
Ability to navigate a large, highly matrixed organization
Strong presence with clients
Bachelor’s Degree inComputer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Statistics
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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