Vice President, Application Engineer

About this role

We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineering Leader with a strong background in .NET, React/TypeScript, and a proven track record of leading high-performing engineering teams. The VP will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering eFront Insight Core, our flagship Private Markets data and analytics platform. This platform is central to our Data Collection business and increasingly leverages AI and GenAI technologies to deliver smarter insights, automation, and enhanced user experiences.

As part of BlackRock’s eFront division, you will drive innovation in Private Markets technology, lead strategic initiatives, and mentor engineering squads to achieve excellence in software delivery and AI adoption.

Technologies and Concepts involved:

· C# / .NET

· Python (for AI/ML workflows)

· React / TypeScript

· Microsoft Azure Cloud Services

· Cloud-First applications, micro-services architecture (AKS)

· AI/ML integration for data enrichment, predictive analytics, and automation

· GenAI modules for intelligent document processing and conversational interfaces

Additional beneficial experience:

· Elasticsearch

· Azure CosmosDB

· Azure Service Bus

· Kubernetes

· Familiarity with AI frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) or Azure AI services

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and mentor engineering teams and squads, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

· Drive the design and delivery of AI-enhanced features, leveraging GenAI and ML models to improve data quality, automate workflows, and deliver predictive insights.

· Oversee the full lifecycle of SaaS product development, including production monitoring, incident resolution, and performance optimization on cloud platforms.

· Define and enforce best practices for CI/CD, automated testing, and scalable architecture.

· Partner with product and business stakeholders to align technology strategy with Private Markets industry trends and client needs.

· Champion AI adoption across engineering processes, including code generation, testing automation, and intelligent data pipelines.

Crucial Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.

· 7+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3+ years in leadership roles (team lead, squad lead, or project manager).

· Deep expertise in C#/.NET and React/TypeScript; Python experience is a plus.

· Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and Azure services.

· Proven ability to lead complex projects, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality solutions at scale.

· Experience integrating AI/ML solutions into enterprise applications; familiarity with GenAI concepts is highly valued.

· Excellent communication skills and ability to influence across technical and business teams.

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 age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.