About this role
About the Role
Are you interested in building innovative technology that transforms the financial markets? Do you enjoy working at the speed of a startup, solving some of the world’s most exciting challenges? Do you want to collaborate with hands-on leaders in technology and finance? If so, BlackRock's VP - Quality Engineering role might be the perfect opportunity for you.
This role offers an outstanding opportunity to work on BlackRock's investment operating system, Aladdin or equivalent experience. Aladdin's sophisticated risk analytics and comprehensive portfolio management tools empower informed decision-making and build a connective tissue for thousands of users investing worldwide. As a part of the Aladdin Engineering group, you will be at the forefront of building next-generation technology that intersects information, people, and technology globally.
Key Responsibilities
Guide and mentor junior team members from both technical and functional standpoints, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the team.
Be hands-on and own functional deliveries, ensuring detailed execution and high-quality outcomes.
Apply expertise in C#, JavaScript, Automation Testing tools (Selenium), or other test frameworks to craft, develop, and maintain test suites.
Manage comprehensive testing phases from planning to execution for functional and non-functional requirements, including design, development, and delivery.
Team up with peers, product managers, developers, and other partners to comprehend client requirements, engage in design dialogues, and maintain high-quality work you're doing.
Analyze and report on QA metrics, trends, and opportunities for improvement, communicating findings to senior management and recommending corrective actions.
Champion a culture of quality within the organization, driving awareness and alignment with quality standards.
Prioritize and develop improvements to continuously improve application stability and scalability.
Conduct reviews of applications and workflow processes to determine automation efficiency.
Drive a strong culture by bringing principles of inclusion and diversity to the team and setting the tone through specific recruiting, management actions, and employee engagement.
Qualifications
B.E. or equivalent experience / B.Tech. or equivalent experience / MCA degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related subject area.
10+ years of proven experience in a senior QA role within the financial services industry, ideally in asset management or a related field.
Skills and Experience
Deep understanding of investment management processes, risk management methodologies, regulatory compliance requirements, or Investment Accounting skills.
Hands-on experience with Automation testing using tools like Selenium.
Strong knowledge of Automation test frameworks, tools, and scripting languages.
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address complex issues.
Consistent track record of successfully leading and implementing QA programs that drive continuous improvement.
Solid understanding of software quality assurance and engineering processes, methodologies, and effective approaches.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams with varied strengths.
Good foundation in RDBMS, SQL, and application infrastructure technologies, performance testing tools & methodologies (JMeter or other), and API testing for handling complex distributed systems.
Self-motivated, with a strong desire to address challenges and work closely with all levels across teams to efficiently implement solutions.
Nice to Have
Experience working in an Agile Development Team.
Familiarity with AZURE DevOps, CI/CD integration, and associated tools and processes (Jenkins, Maven, SonarQube).
Knowledge of AI and Machine Learning (ChatGPT or GitHub Copilot).
Experience with Specflow/Cucumber and BDD.
Experience with cloud-based testing.
Experience with API testing (Postman, Soap UI).
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.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
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.
