Vice President Application Engineer

About this role

At BlackRock technology is the foundation of our business. As a VP Java Back-End Engineer you’ll lead by example — architecting coding and mentoring teams to build resilient systems that power our global post-trade operations. You’ll design and deliver enterprise-scale software with a focus on reliability performance and clean engineering practices.

This role is ideal for a technical leader who enjoys staying close to the code guiding design decisions and solving complex data challenges — all while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

About Post Trade Accounting (PTA)

• A major strategic area within Aladdin and one of BlackRock’s largest engineering investments.

• Responsible for the systems that ensure accurate scalable and efficient accounting across global operations.

• Expanding into data analytics and pipeline initiatives using Snowflake Redis and Kafka to manage high-volume real-time data.

• Collaborates closely with Product Operations and other Engineering teams to deliver business-critical capabilities.

• Agile and collaborative environment that values technical depth quality and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust high-performance back-end systems using Java 11+ and the Spring Boot ecosystem.

• Lead design discussions code reviews and architecture sessions with a hands-on approach.

• Build and maintain microservices and event-driven systems to process and distribute large-scale financial data.

• Develop data integration and pipeline components that connect systems across Snowflake SQL Server and real-time streaming platforms.

• Implement and optimize Redis-based caching and data stores for low-latency access patterns.

• Champion best practices for code quality testing automation and performance tuning.

• Mentor engineers to elevate technical craftsmanship problem-solving and design thinking.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure technical solutions align with product goals and business outcomes.

Qualifications / Competencies

• B.S./M.S. in Computer Science Engineering or related discipline.

• 8+ years of professional experience in Java and object-oriented design.

• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot REST APIs and enterprise integration patterns.

• Deep expertise in SQL Server including stored procedures performance tuning and data modeling.

• Experience with Redis for caching or data persistence.

• Hands-on exposure to Kafka or similar publish-subscribe systems for real-time event processing.

• Familiarity with Snowflake and data pipeline concepts (ETL batch vs. streaming).

• Experience with Agentic coding and general understanding of how LLMs are working

• Strong focus on clean architecture maintainability and production readiness.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills — able to guide teams and influence design direction.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Kubernetes Docker or cloud-native environments (AWS/GCP).

• Exposure to observability tools (Prometheus Grafana Open Telemetry).

• Scripting experience in Python for automation or data analysis.

• Exposure to Prompt Engineering and Agentic AI

• Interest in financial systems accounting or investment technology.

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.

What We Do

As the world’s largest asset manager BlackRock partners with investors around the globe to help them (and those on whose behalf they invest) plan for life’s most important goals – like retirement home ownership and their children’s education. Our clients range from governments foundations and other large institutions to those investing on behalf of individuals including firefighters nurses teachers and factory workers. BlackRock was founded with the idea of creating a better asset management firm — one that was purpose-driven focused on clients and risk management and propelled by data and technology. Our breakthrough Aladdin® platform is BlackRock’s technological backbone helping investors see and manage their whole portfolios in one place – from constructing investments to monitoring risk and executing trades. Used by hundreds of external institutions around the world Aladdin combines powerful analytics and a common language to help investment teams make faster more informed decisions across public and private markets. It’s a key part of our business and one of the reasons we’re trusted to manage more assets than any other investment manager today. At BlackRock we challenge conventions and raise the bar for what’s possible. We harness technology to unlock new solutions simplify complexity and deliver investment strategies that meet people where they are. Whether it’s retirement planning wealth building or navigating market shifts we’re here to help clients invest more easily more affordably and with more choice as we chart a path toward financial well-being together. Learn more: Careers.BlackRock.com

Why Work With Us

Without our people technology is irrelevant. When we combine the power of people with the power of technology we amplify our ability to create better outcomes for our employees clients shareholders and society alike.

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