Java Backend Engineer, Aladdin Engineering, Analyst

About this role

About BlackRock
BlackRock invest and protect over $14 trillion (USD) of assets and have an extraordinary responsibility to our clients all over the world.  We are looking for innovative engineers who enjoy solving complex problems. We believe diversity of thought and background strengthens our ability to deliver for clients. Our technology empowers millions of investors globally to save for retirement, fund education, and improve their financial well‑being, while upholding our fiduciary responsibility to clients. 

Team Overview
This role sits within the Aladdin Engineering – Enterprise Engineering organization, focused on MyLifePath, BlackRock’s retirement and annuity platform.
The team builds scalable, resilient, and secure applications using cloud‑native technologies and is responsible for application development and support, including user interfaces and integrations for internal and external services. 

Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Application Engineer who is passionate about building high‑quality software and scaling technology to meet future business needs.
The role involves developing and supporting MyLifePath applications for external customers, contributing to continuous improvement across production and QA environments, and collaborating closely with engineering, product, and platform teams.

Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and maintain backend application components for the MyLifePath platform under guidance from senior engineers
2. Implement services using microservices architecture and approved enterprise frameworks
3. Contribute to application development using Java (21+) and Kotlin within Spring‑based ecosystems
4. Support integration with messaging and event‑driven platforms such as Azure Service Bus
5. Assist with testing activities including unit, integration, and automated tests
6. Participate in Agile ceremonies and follow established SDLC, CI/CD, and quality practices
7. Help identify and resolve defects, performance issues, and operational risks
8. Follow secure coding standards and contribute to system reliability and availability 

Required Technical Skills
1. Backend development experience using Java 21+ and/or Kotlin
2. Working knowledge of Spring framework, including Spring Boot, Spring Data, Spring Security, and Spring Integration
3. Familiarity with testing frameworks such as JUnit
4. Basic experience with messaging and integration platforms (e.g., Azure Service Bus)
5. Exposure to database technologies such as Azure Cosmos DB and MS SQL
6. Understanding of containerization concepts using Docker and orchestration basics (e.g., Kubernetes)
7. Awareness of cloud‑native development principles and distributed systems concepts
8. Leverage approved AI developer assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Windsurf) to improve productivity across coding, debugging, and test creation, while adhering to firm guidelines.

Education & Experience
1. Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering
2. Typically 2–4 years of experience in application development, software engineering, or a related role
3. Foundational understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
4. Exposure to source control, issue tracking, Agile/Scrum practices, and CI/CD tools 
 

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.