Developer, Private Markets Technology (BPMT), Associate

About this role

The BlackRock Private Markets Technology (BPMT) team within Aladdin Engineering is seeking a passionate and innovative Associate to join our dynamic team in Belgrade.  

BPMT is dedicated to digitally transforming BlackRock’s private markets investment teams by leveraging the breadth of BlackRock’s technology platform.  The team transforms business requirements into cutting-edge technical solutions, oftentimes partnering with our Engineering and Product Management teams to ensure on-desk developments for our internal users benefit the wider external client base.  

Our goal is to deliver high-quality and impactful solutions while also enhancing our own skills and capabilities as a team. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Strategic Investment Solutions:  Understand investment objectives and deliver private market solutions, primarily utilizing Aladdin and eFront. 

• Process Optimization: Analyze core business processes and interactions to improve efficiency through a deep understanding of investment team and other front officer personnel. 

• Workflow Design: Lead and document investment and operational workflow design sessions for private market investment teams across all strategies including Private Equity, Private Credit, Infrastructure, Real Estate and Multi-Alternative Solutions teams. 

• Technological Implementation: Implement eFront technology to automate core business processes and design desktop technologies for critical investment processes. 

• Scale Private Markets Data: Develop and maintain a single source of truth by establishing an enterprise data platform and build data-centric self-service environments. 

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Aladdin Product Management, Aladdin Engineering, BlackRock Tech & Operations and other partner teams in the One BlackRock community to evolve BlackRock’s platform for private markets. 

• High-Quality Product Delivery: Develop and deliver high-quality products by engaging with the team and tech subject matter experts across the firm. 

Qualifications: 

• Experience: 3-6 years of experience in financial services, specifically in technology, analytics, operations, risk management, or data management.  Private markets investments experience preferred. 

• Education: Advanced degree in finance, accounting, economics, computer science, or data engineering. Industry-specific certifications (e.g., CFA, CAIA) are preferable. 

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with internal teams across the globe. 

• Communication skills: Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly. 

• Relevant Work Experience: Prior experience in software development, data science & engineering, portfolio analytics, and business process reengineering. 

• Platform Knowledge: Familiarity with eFront, Aladdin, or other Private Markets Technology products is a plus. 

• Technical Skills: Technical proficiency in range of technologies including .NET (VB, C#, ASP.NET), SQL, Python, BI Tools (Power BI, Tableau), SQL and in working with large data sets at scale. 

• Problem-Solving: Excellent creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with an entrepreneurial approach to large, complex projects. 

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team that is at the forefront of technological advancements in private markets. If you are an ambitious and proactive individual looking to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. 

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.

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.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.