Full Stack Java Developer, Associate

As Engineer in Inventory Management Squad, your responsibility involves design, build andmaintainall Aladdin workflows related to managing the universe of lendable inventory and broadcasting available inventory to platforms and borrowers. This includes but is not limited to, reference data, Analytics, Signals, Grouping & Strategies, Trading Overlays and publishing inventory and targeted availability.Complexity of the SecuritiesLendingbusiness may require "cross-squad" partnership., * Design, build and deploy Securities Lending apps endtoend owning frontend, backend APIs, data/AI features.

• Write reusable, maintainable, and extensible code, and create documentation for team members.

• Collaborate with cross-functional, globally distributed teams to deliver high-performing and reliable software solutions aligned with business goals.

• Champion a culture of quality within the organization, driving awareness and consistency with Quality standards.

• Guide and mentor junior team members from both technical and functional standpoint. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the team.

• Break down complex technical problems into clear, actionable tasks and make informed architectural decisions that balance long-term strategy with short-term needs.

• Proactivelyidentifyproject risks, create mitigation plans, and escalate issues when necessary tomaintainproject timelines and quality.

• Oversee production readiness, early life support, and post-release stability including root cause analysis and remediation strategies.

• Stay current with emerging technologies (including Kafka and other streaming platforms), assess their potential impact, and guide their adoption within product and platform roadmaps.

• Promote continuous learning andfacilitateupskilling initiatives to match evolving tech landscapes.

• Operate independently with minimal supervision whileprovidingstrategic guidance to junior engineers and stakeholders alike.

• 4+ years' experience in core Java and related technologies, with OO skills and design patterns

• Working in Agile methodology, SCALED Agile or Scrum.

• Track record building high quality software with design-focused and test-driven (TDD and BDD) approaches

• Good hands-on object-oriented programming knowledge in Java, Spring, TypeScript, JavaScript, Microservices, Angular (2.0+).

• Strong knowledge of Open-Source technology stack (Spring, Hibernate, Maven, Kafka, JUnit, etc.).

• Experience with relational database and/or NoSQL Database (e.g., Apache Cassandra, Sybase and MSSQL) and caching technologies like Redis and Ignite.

• Good understanding or experience in working with distributed systems (Zoo-Keeper, Cluster Management).

• Great analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

• Some experience or a real interest in finance, investment processes, and an ability to translate business problems into technical solutions. Exposure to Securities Lending is a bonus but not mandatory skill.

• Experience leading development teams, projects or being responsible for the design and technical quality of a significant application, system, or component. Ability to form positive relationships with partnering teams, sponsors, and user groups.

Nice to have and opportunities to learn:

• Exposure to building microservices and APIs ideally with REST, Kafka orgRPC.

• Experience working in an agile development team or on open-source development projects.

• Experience with optimization,algorithmsor related quantitative processes.

• Exposure to high scale distributed technology like Kafka, Mongo, Ignite, Redis

• Experience with Cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud

• Experience with DevOps and tools like Azure DevOps

• Experiencewith AI-related projects/products or experience working inanAI researchenvironment.

• A degree, certifications or opensourcetrack recordthat shows you have a mastery of software engineering principles.

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.

Aladdin® is an operating system for investment managers that connects the information, people, and technology needed to manage portfolios in real time. The platform combines sophisticated risk analytics with comprehensive portfolio management, trading, compliance, and operations tools to power informed decision-making, effective risk management, and scalable operational workflows. Aladdin is delivered to a global community of over 1,000 clients, with more than 100,000 end users worldwide. JobOverview: For Securities Lending to remain market leading,we are notonly transforming the capabilities we offer to our clients but also invest in the re-architecture and modernization of the underlying platform and infrastructure. We must evolve Aladdin's Sec Lending technology delivering a resilient, AIenabled, API-first platform that enables business growth, scale and automation, operational efficiency, and data driven decision making, while positioning Sec Lending technology as a commercial-grade product., 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.