Java Full Stack Developer, Associate

Are you interested in building innovative technology that shapes the financial markets? Do you like working at the speed of a startup, but want to tackle some of the world’s most sophisticated problems? We are looking for Software Engineers who like to innovate and solve complex problems. We recognize that strength comes from diversity, and will embrace your unique skills, curiosity, drive, and passion while giving you the opportunity to grow technically and as an individual! With over USD $8 trillion of assets, we have an exceptional responsibility: Our technology empowers millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for college, buy a home, and improve their financial well-being! Being a developer at BlackRock means you get the best of both worlds: working for one of the most sophisticated financial companies and also being part of a software development team responsible for next-generation technology and solutions. About the team Working on BlackRocks investment operating system Aladdin. Aladdin is used both internally and externally by many financial institutions. Aladdin combines sophisticated risk analytics with comprehensive portfolio management, trading, and operations tools on a single platform to power informed decision-making and build connective tissue for thousands of users investing worldwide. Our development teams sit inside Aladdin Engineering. We collaboratively build the next generation of technology that changes the way information, people, and technology intersect for global investment firms. We build and package tools that manage trillions of assets and support millions of financial instruments. We perform risk calculations and process millions of transactions for thousands of users every day worldwide! About you • Tenacious: Work in a fast-paced and highly complex environment • Creative problem solver: Analyze multiple solutions and deploy technologies in a flexible way • Phenomenal teammate: Think and work collaboratively and communicate effectively • Fast learner: Pick up new concepts and apply them quickly About the role • Deliver high efficiency, high availability, concurrent, and fault-tolerant software systems • Lead individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables using AGILE methodologies • Significantly chip into the development of Aladdin’s global, multi-asset trading platform • Work with product management and business users to define the roadmap for the product • Design and develop innovative solutions to sophisticated problems, identifying issues and roadblocks Qualifications • 2 years of hands-on experience in Java/Spring Framework/Sprint Boot • In-depth understanding of concurrent programming and experience in designing high throughput, high availability, fault-tolerant distributed applications • Some experience in building distributed applications using SQL and/or NOSQL technologies like MS SQL or Redis is a plus • Experience designing and building scalable services using API-First principles using at least one of REST/gPRC • Experience in message brokers such as Kafka is a plus • Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud services is beneficial. • Strong analytical and software architecture design skills with an emphasis on test-driven development • Proven experience building modern software using engineering tools such as git, maven, unit testing and integration testing tools, and mocking frameworks. • Effective communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) are required • Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science or Engineering preferred. 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.

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 5/31/2025