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Data Engineer AWS Native Data Platforms
About the Role
We are looking for aData Engineerto join BlackRocks Technology & Operations organization supporting the design build and operation ofourCloudnativedata platformthat power critical technology security and operational use cases across the firm.
This role sits within a team responsible for buildingreliable secure and observable data pipelinesin a highly regulated environment. You will work closely with technology operations and information security partners to deliver data products that enable transparency automation andriskinformeddecision making at scale.
The ideal candidate is an engineer at heartcomfortable workingendtoendacross ingestion transformation orchestration and governancewho values clean design strong documentation and operational excellence.
WhatYoullDo
Design build andmaintainAWSnativedata pipelinesfor batch andeventdrivenworkloads with a focus on reliability scalability and security.
Develop andoperatedata workflows usingApache Airflowfor orchestration andPythonandSQLfor transformation and data quality logic.
Implement data transformations and models usingmodern analytics engineering practices(e.g.dbtstylepatterns tested transformations incremental processing).
Integrate data from a variety of enterprise sources including cloud services internal platforms APIs and security/operational telemetry.
Partner with Information Security Risk and Operations teams to translate business and control requirements into durable data solutions.
Embeddata quality lineage and observabilityinto pipelines using testing frameworks and monitoring standards.
Operate within BlackRockscloud security and governance standards including IAM encryption logging andsecretsmanagement.
Contribute to CI/CD pipelinesinfrastructureascodepatterns and standardized platform tooling.
Document data products pipelines and operating procedures to support transparency andlongtermmaintainability.
Participate in design reviews code reviews and incident/postincidentanalysis to continuously improve platform resilience.
Core TechnologiesYoullWork With
AWS: S3 IAM Glue Lambda Step Functions CloudWatch Secrets Manager OpenSearch and related native services
Orchestration: Apache Airflow
Languages: Python SQL
Data Modeling & Transformation:Analyticsengineeringpatterns (e.g.dbtlikeworkflows)
Data Quality & Testing: Schema and data validation frameworks (e.g. GreatExpectationsstyleapproaches)
Infrastructure & Delivery: CI/CDGitbasedworkflowsinfrastructureascode(Terraform or equivalent)
Security & Governance: Encryption access controls audit logging platform security baselines
WhatWereLooking For
7 years relevant experience as aData Engineer Analytics Engineer or similar role building production data pipelines.
Stronghandsonexperience withAWSnativedata servicesin a regulated or enterprise environment.
ProficiencyinPython and SQL with an emphasis on readable testable and maintainable code.
Experience withworkflow orchestration(Airflow or equivalent).
Solid understanding of data modeling incremental processing and performance optimization.
Familiarity withdata quality monitoring and operational supportforproductiondata systems.
Experience collaborating withcrossfunctionalpartners (e.g. security operations product or risk teams).
A disciplined approach to documentation change management and incident response.
Nice to Have
Experience supportingsecurity risk orcompliancedata domains.
Exposure toOpenSearch / Elasticsearch metrics pipelines orloganalyticsplatforms.
Familiarity withcloud security controls IAM design andsecretsmanagement.
Experience building data platforms that supportexecutivelevelreporting or regulatory oversight.
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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