Full-stack Software Engineer, Associate

About this role

Aladdin Engineering team is actively seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining a robust calculation engine that powers our financial products. You will work with a talented team of engineers, leveraging modern technologies such as .NET Core, Python, React, Microservices, and Kubernetes to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.

This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio. 

Fully integrated into our Engineering Team in Belgrade, you will be exposed to both the technical and functional layers of our most innovative products, while acquiring a unique skillset in the fast-growing Private Markets industry. You will be a part of an international and agile environment, with a strong drive for technical innovation.

Technologies and Concepts involved:

• Python, + .NET CORE would be a desirable
• AWS 
• Cloud-First applications, micro-services architecture, Kubernetes 
• PostgreSQL/NOSQL (SQL Alchemy/Entity Framework/Mongo DB Elastic search) 
• React/TypeScript/Micro front end architecture

Responsibilities of the role and team include:

• Creating new features, from their conception to their deployment in production. 
• Every aspect of its SaaS product, including production monitoring and incident resolution on the cloud platform. 
• Understanding of the importance and application of information security practices 
• Contributing to the improvement of the team methodologies (continuous integration/delivery, automated testing, best practices definition). 
• Engaging with a team full of talented open-minded people with a great innovation spirit.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor or Master’ degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, Organizational Sciences, or related software engineering background. 
• 3+ years of experience in Python development and frontend development with modern frameworks using React/Typescript. 
• Understanding of OOP best practices and concepts. 
• Experience with building and consuming APIs using gRPC or REST. 
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and development. 
• Strong understanding of containerisation and kubernetes deployments using Helm 
• Fluent English, both written and spoken. 
• Ability to navigate and understand existing codebase. 
• Interest in the functional part of the product, any knowledge about the Finance industry will be highly appreciated. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proactive approach with ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications (would be considered as a benefit):

• Experience in the FinTech industry or with financial calculation engines. 
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

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.