Vice President, Application Engineer

About this role Company: BlackRock Financial Management, Inc. Job Title: Vice President, Application Engineer Location: 50 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001 Job Duties: The Digital Asset Lab is responsible for partnering with teams across the firm to define our Digital Asset strategy and Aladdin roadmap and drive the execution of our most important commercial initiatives. Some of the responsibilities include defining the execution strategy for Digital Asset initiatives like tokenization, evaluating blockchain protocols, building product operating models and developing new applications and features in Aladdin, leading technical integrations, and researching new blockchain technologies. The role requires a strong background in engineering, traditional finance, decentralized finance, blockchain technology, and Aladdin. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or related field, and four years of experience in job offered. Position requires four years of experience in the following: Architecting and implementing enterprise technology applications; Designing and developing blockchain solutions, including integrations into wider technology stacks; Technical understanding of leading blockchain protocols, strengths and limitations; Advanced understanding of cryptography, encryption, and automation; Proficiency in Java, Python, and Solidity programming languages; Experience working with financial products including ETPs and tokenized funds; Experience working with financial infrastructure including FIX, SWIFT, and MQ; Implement microservices architecture and ensure seamless integration with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure; Deep knowledge of major cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP); Experience with technologies like Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration; Optimize application performance through CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment strategies; Experienced in designing, developing, and deploying applications built on a microsevices architecture; and Experience presenting and working with sales teams. To apply, please click “Apply” on this webpage. For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$182,000.00 - USD$215,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance. 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 workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. 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