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Software Engineer, Associate

Global investment manager and financial technology provider helping people experience financial well-being, managing over USD 9 trillion in assets.
$120,000 - $148,000
DevOps
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Software Engineer, Associate

BlackRock, a global leader in investment management and financial technology, is seeking a Software Developer to join their Application Hosting team within the Aladdin Engineering organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on their proprietary technology platform, Aladdin, which manages over USD 9 trillion in assets worldwide. The position combines the excitement of a startup environment with the resources and stability of a global financial leader.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining the Control Plane for BlackRock's Kubernetes Platform, enabling developers to create resilient, high-scale applications. The Application Hosting team manages the orchestration of over 1 million applications across both on-premises and cloud environments, handling critical infrastructure components including edge routing, load balancing, security, and web asset caching services.

This role requires strong technical expertise in Go programming, containerization, and cloud technologies, combined with a solid understanding of software development principles. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, and flexible time off, along with a hybrid work model requiring 4 days in office per week.

Working at BlackRock means contributing to a mission of helping people achieve financial well-being while being part of a diverse, inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration. The role provides opportunities for professional growth, hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to make a significant impact on global financial markets.

Last updated 11 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer, Associate

  • Build and maintain Control Plane for Kubernetes Platform
  • Engineer core services for next generation Aladdin Container Platform
  • Manage orchestration of applications both on-premises and in the cloud
  • Handle edge routing, load balancing, security, and web asset caching services
  • Support internal and internet-facing applications

Requirements For Software Engineer, Associate

Go
Kubernetes
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 2+ years of Go development experience
  • Proficiency in C++, Python, or Java
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized applications
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, or another cloud provider
  • Strong understanding of software development principles and best practices
  • Familiarity with GitOps workflows and source control management
  • Practical knowledge of Linux environments and shell scripting
  • Experience working in Agile software development environments

Benefits For Software Engineer, Associate

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive healthcare
  • Strong retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Support for working parents
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Annual discretionary bonus

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