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VP, Head of Software Delivery

Locations: Shanghai, China

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About this role

About this Role

BlackRock China FMC is seeking a dynamic and execution-oriented technology leader to head the Software Delivery (SD) function. This role will oversee end-to-end delivery of enterprise applications, vendor solutions, and integration programs across FMC’s business lines — from Investment Operations and Risk to Distribution, Compliance, and Regulatory Reporting.

You will lead a multidisciplinary delivery team responsible for project governance, vendor management, system implementation, release management, and production readiness. Working closely with the CTO, you will be a key driver in FMC’s digital transformation, ensuring that technology delivery meets regulatory obligations, enterprise standards, and business agility targets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Program & Delivery Leadership

    • Own full lifecycle delivery of technology initiatives (requirements, vendor engagement, testing, deployment, production support).

    • Define delivery standards, release cadence, and change control processes across the FMC environment (OA and IMS, aka. Office Network and Trading Network).

  • Governance & Risk Management

    • Establish disciplined project governance aligned with enterprise standards and CSRC regulations.

    • Partner with Information Security and Compliance to ensure regulatory and cybersecurity requirements are embedded from design to production.

    • Oversee vendor compliance, contract execution, and DR/BCP readiness across critical systems.

  • Stakeholder Engagement

    • Work closely with FMC business heads (Investment, Client Business, Operations, Compliance, Risk, etc.) to translate business needs into actionable delivery plans.

    • Act as the focal point of contact between business sponsors, vendors, and global BlackRock Tech stakeholders.

    • Coordinate cross-team or cross-entity initiatives to ensure consistent standards and timely delivery.

  • Team & Vendor Management

    • Lead a high-performing team of software delivery engineers; coach junior team members in agile delivery models.

    • Manage strategic vendors such as Hundsun, YSS, Sinitek, Kingstar, and Weaver, balancing delivery speed, cost efficiency, and service quality.

    • Collaborate with the Software Development, Infrastructure, and InfoSec teams to ensure cohesive planning and execution.

  • Continuous Improvement

    • Streamline delivery workflows through automation (workflow engines, standardized templates, and deployment SOPs).

    • Strengthen delivery metrics, SLAs, and post-release review mechanisms.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

  • 8–12 years of technology delivery or program management experience in financial services or large enterprise environments.

  • Proven track record in vendor-based system delivery (e.g. core Investment, Trading, Valuation, Compliance, Data Warehouse, Regulatory disclosure).

  • Strong understanding of project governance, release management, tech risk, and cybersecurity frameworks.

  • Familiarity with fund management operations, CSRC regulations, and enterprise change management processes.

  • Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional and cross-cultural environments.

  • Excellent communication skills in English and Mandarin.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience delivering projects using Hundsun or similar China fund industry systems.

  • Working knowledge of data architecture, domestic database ecosystem, and DR/BCP strategy.

  • PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certification is a plus.

Why Join Us

You will be part of a growing onshore technology organization that powers BlackRock’s China platform — delivering innovation with discipline, and ensuring technology enables the next generation of investment and regulatory capabilities.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents 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, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.

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  • We are passionate about performance.

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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.

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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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