Fixed Income Platform Architect, Vice President
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15 hours ago
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Job Summary
About this role
Fixed IncomePlatformArchitect/Engineer
VP London
Job Purpose/Background:
BlackRock Global Markets (BGM) is investing in its capabilities to accelerate growth in BlackRocks Fixed IncomeAsynchronous Liquidity Provisioning Strategyin EMEA.
BlackRock is transforming trading from a static one-way trading process to a networked asynchronous trading platform to increase trading and alpha opportunities for clients.
Thenew liquidityplatform is a centralizedplatform that will enable BlackRocks investment teams tointeract systematically with internal and external liquidity poolsat scaleadvancingBlackRocks role in integrating liquidityacrossinvestors andthe trading ecosystem.
The platformsevent-based technology enablesinvestment teams torunalgo-basedprocess automationand build business scale whilesetting the market standard in liquidity provisioning.
This is an exciting opportunity tooperateat the intersection of InvestmentsMarkets and Technology as we transform how BLK provisions liquidity capturemore share andextendliquidityopportunitiesas theplatform andecosystem evolve.
A successful candidate will be familiar with management of a wide range of funds and have strong technology skills allowing them to develop robust prototypes to improve the PM/Trading investment process.In this role they will have the opportunity to partner with various PM Trading and Technology teams to guide the integration of these prototypes into their workflows and evolve them into production components built into core BlackRock production technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Build coretools and components tofacilitateevent-based liquidity provisioning to investors
Work directly with global Fixed Income PM teams (index fundamental systematic) to enhance investment processes and integrate algo and opto-based workflows into theliquidityplatform
Work directly with global Fixed IncomeTradingteamsto build trading algos and centralize ad hoctrading analysesand bespoke tools to run on-event and deliver insightsdirectly toTraders
Design build and implement algorithms spanning research pre-trade analytics portfolio construction workflow automation and investment controls
Develop both prototype and production tools
Partner with Aladdin Engineering and BGM Data Platform teams to define platform requirements and interfaces needed to support PM and Trading teams
Partner with Aladdin Financial Engineering (AFE) and the Portfolio Analytics Group (PAG) to build and deliver liquidity RV and bond-specific analytics directly to investors via the ALPS platform
Partner with BGMData and Analytics (DnA)to define liquidity data warehouse and streaming solutions to be used for research model development andreal-timemodel applications
Partner with Trading to centralize and automate liquidity delivery allocationand trade routing
Partnerwith BGM Architecture teams to build common libraries and components
Partner withAladdinTechnology teams toenhanceautomation platforms includingthe Algo Platform
Knowledge/Experience/Qualifications:
Strong quantitative background (at least BA/BS in Math/Science/Engineering/Computer Science)
Developmentexpertisein Python
Deep understanding ofFixed IncomeInvestment Processes (Research and Portfolio Management) across sectors or asset classes
Working knowledge of Fixed Income markets
Familiarity across a range of funds and investment styles (index/active fundamental/quantitative)
Excellent problem-solving skills and process-oriented approach
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Experienceintechnical-focused project management
Knowledge of BlackRock Aladdin tools
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and perform diverse and complex tasks with accuracy and attention to detail
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
BlackRocks 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 childrens 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. Its why were 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: 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.
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- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
- Analytics
About Company
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