R241872
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About this role
Department: Platform Engineering -Network Datacenter Services
Are you interested in building innovative technology that crafts the financial markets Do you like working at the speed of a startup, and solving some of the world's most exciting challenges Do you want to work with, and learn from, hands-on leaders in technology and finance
At BlackRock, we are looking for Software Engineers who like to innovate and solve sophisticated problems. We recognize that strength comes from diversity, and will embrace your outstanding skills, curiosity, and passion while giving you the opportunity to grow technically and as an individual.
We invest and protect over $9 trillion (USD) of assets and have an extraordinary responsibility to our clients all over the world. Our technology empowers millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for college, buy a home, and improve their financial well-being.
Being a technologist at BlackRock means you get the best of both worlds: working for one of the most sophisticated financial companies and being part of a software development team responsible for next generation technology and solutions.
What are Aladdin and Aladdin Engineering
- You will be working on BlackRock's investment operating system called Aladdin. Aladdin is used both internally within BlackRock and externally by many financial institutions. Aladdin combines sophisticated risk analytics with comprehensive portfolio management, trading, and operations tools on a single platform to power informed decision-making and create a connective tissue for thousands of users investing worldwide.
- Our development teams reside inside the Aladdin Engineering group. We collaboratively build the next generation of technology that changes the way information, people, and technology intersect for global investment firms. We build and package tools that manage trillions in assets and supports millions of financial instruments. We perform risk calculations and process millions of transactions for thousands of users every day worldwide!
Being a Member Of Aladdin Engineering, You Will Be
- Tenacious: Work in a fast paced and highly complex environment
- Creative thinker: Analyse multiple solutions and deploy technologies in a flexible way.
- Great teammate: Think and work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
- Fast learner: Pick up new concepts and apply them quickly.
Our Team
Platform Engineering is the backbone for both the client lifecycle and the investment lifecycle. The group's Follow the Sun Model ensures that the firm's operations are consistent and efficient across all investment products, client channels and regions, helping to deliver a superior client experience and drive scalability. Network Services is driven by a global network of Operating Centers of Excellence, which centralizes knowledge and equips support teams with the data and timely information needed to innovate and deliver on behalf of internal partners and clients.
Network Management is responsible for running the global network and security infrastructure. The team performs multiple operational tasks, projects and engineering aspects in routing, load balancing, monitoring and optimizing the network. Client Last Mile is an intricate part of the Global Network Operations team which participates in the client connectivity projects and provides active support for client related issues. The team is also responsible for automation of client connectivity implementation tasks along with automation of troubleshooting steps.
As a Client Last Mile Engineer, You Will
- Work closely with regional and global teams to provide ongoing support for the global network (on-prem and cloud) infrastructure.
- Be security focused and ensure standard configurations are deployed in the infrastructure. Call out any anomalies and orchestrate efforts to remediate.
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to build out client cloud platform connectivity stacks, including firewall policies and network security groups.
- Maintenance and optimization of the global network infrastructure including Firewalls, F5 Load Balancer, Routers/Switches, Proxies, Network Access Control etc.
- Assist in developing solutions and implement changes as necessary.
- Perform network configuration changes in accordance with change management process.
- Perform root cause analysis for service interruption recovery, crafting preventative measures to deploy in the enterprise.
- Create and maintain network documentation as it relates to network configuration, network diagrams and processes.
- Provide 1st/2nd line technical support & incident management, monitoring for circuits and hardware. Report and track carrier issues, hardware RMA's etc.
- Partner with the rest of the engineering team in the design and implementation of the various client last mile solutions.
- Assist in the vulnerability management process. Identify and remediate TVAS issues.
- Utilize ADO for accurate task tracking and in proactively identifying task conflicts.
- Participate in on-call rotation, shift work and regular weekend work.
What You'll Need
- 5+ years of demonstrated ability in IT infrastructure engineering/support role and Cloud based technologies.
- In-depth knowledge of network routing, switching and VPN technologies and protocols
- Extensive Experience with various Cisco equipment, including routers (such as ISR 4K, 8000 series routers), switches (such as 6500, 3700, 4500, and Nexus switches) and firewalls (Checkpoint and Cisco).
- Solid understanding of Cisco ASA and Check Point firewalls, NSG/ASG, web proxies, DNS, NAT and F5 load-balancers.
- In depth knowledge of Routing Protocols including BGP and OSPF.
- Experience building Route / Policy based VPN on Cisco routers and ASA. GRE/IPSEC VPN technology.
- Experience in scripting and programming skills (Python, Ansible, Terraform) is desirable
- Must possess ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment and escalate issues optimally.
- Outstanding written, verbal communication, as well as strong customer/client service skills.
- CCNP Cisco certification or equivalent preferred.
- MSFT Azure certification preferred.
- AWS certification preferred
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.
