About this role

Overview:

We are looking for an innovative hands-ontechnologist torun Data Operations for one of the largest global FinTech’s. This is a new role that will transform how we manage and process high quality data at scale andreflectsour commitment to invest in an Enterprise Data Platform to unlock our data strategy for BlackRock and our Aladdin Client Community.A technology first mindset, to manage and run a modern global data operations function withhigh levelsof automation and engineering, is essential. This role requires a deep understanding of data, domains,andthe associatedcontrols.

Key responsibilities:

Theidealcandidatewill be ahigh-energy,technology and data drivenindividualwho hasa track recordofleading and doing theday to dayoperations.

Ensure on time high quality data delivery with a single pane of glass for data pipeline observability and support

Live and breathe best practices of data ops such as culture,processesand technology 

Partner cross-functionally to enhance existing data sets,eliminatingmanual inputs and ensuring high quality, and onboarding new data sets

Lead change while ensuring daily operational excellence, quality, and control

Build andmaintaindeep alignment with key internal partners on ops tooling and engineering

Foster an agile collaborative culture which is creative open,supportive,and dynamic 

Knowledge and Experience:

8+years’ experienceinhands-ondata operations including data pipeline monitoring and engineering

Technical expert including experience with data processing, orchestration (Airflow) data ingestion, cloud-based databases/warehousing (Snowflake)and business intelligence tools

Champion the adoption of AI‑enabled capabilities across Data Operations, including anomaly detection, predictiveissuemanagement, and automated operational insights to improve resilience, scale, and client experience.

Theability tooperateand monitorlarge data setsthrough the data lifecycle, including the tooling and observabilityrequiredtoensure data quality and control at scale

Experience implementing, monitoring, and operating data pipelines that are fast, scalable, reliable, andaccurate

Understanding of modern-day data highways, the associated challenges, and effective controls 

Passionate about data platforms, dataqualityand everything data

Practical and detailed oriented operations leader 

Inquisitiveleader whowillbringnew ideasthat challenge the status quo 

Ability to navigate a large, highly matrixed organization 

Strong presence with clients

Bachelor’s Degree inComputer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Statistics

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents 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 race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.