Application Engineer(Backend - Java), Aladdin Engineering, Associate

About this role

Technology is the foundation of BlackRock’s business. As an Application Engineer (Java Back-End), you will design and build resilient, enterprise-scale systems that support BlackRock’s global post-trade operations. You will focus on delivering high-quality software with an emphasis on reliability, performance, and clean engineering practices.

This role is well suited for engineers who enjoy solving complex technical problems, working on business‑critical platforms, and continuously improving how large-scale systems are designed and built.

Post Trade Accounting is a core engineering area within Aladdin and a significant investment for BlackRock.

• Builds and maintains systems that ensure accurate, scalable, and efficient accounting across global operations
• Expanding into data analytics and real-time data pipelines using Snowflake, Redis, and Kafka
• Works closely with Product, Operations, and Engineering partners to deliver business‑critical solutions
• Operates in an agile, collaborative environment that values technical depth, quality, and innovation

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance back-end services using Java 11+ and Spring Boot
• Build and evolve microservices and event-driven systems to process large-scale financial data
• Participate actively in design discussions, code reviews, and architecture reviews
• Develop and support data integration and pipeline components across Snowflake, SQL Server, and real-time streaming platforms
• Implement and optimize Redis-based caching solutions for low-latency data access
• Contribute to end-to-end delivery; support lightweight UI updates when required, in collaboration with front-end teams and AI-assisted development tools
• Promote best practices in code quality, testing, automation, and performance tuning
• Continuously improve technical craftsmanship, problem-solving, and system design
• Work closely with cross-functional partners to ensure solutions align with product and business needs

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 4+ years of professional experience developing applications in Java
• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and enterprise integration patterns
• Solid experience with SQL Server, including data modeling and performance optimization
• Hands-on experience with Redis for caching or data persistence
• Experience with Kafka or similar messaging platforms for real-time event processing
• Familiarity with Snowflake and data pipeline concepts (ETL, batch vs. streaming)
• Understanding of clean architecture, maintainable code, and production‑ready systems
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Exposure to front-end technologies such as Angular or React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and HTML/CSS
• Experience with containerization or cloud-native environments (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, or GCP)
• Familiarity with observability and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry)
• Python scripting experience for automation or data analysis
• Experience using AI-assisted or agent-based development tools and a general understanding of large language models
• Interest in financial systems, accounting platforms, or investment technology

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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

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.

To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.