Position Title: FIG PMG – Python Developer / Codebase Steward
Location: Gurgaon
Department: Investment Professionals – Investments
About this role: BlackRock’s Fixed Income team manages over $1 trillion in global fixed income assets across various strategies. The Financial Institutions Group (FIG) within BlackRock, with over $400 billion in assets under management, is seeking a motivated Associate to join the team in Gurgaon under the Portfolio Management Group (PMG). This role involves supporting portfolio management, trading, client deliverables, and business operations as a Python Developer and Codebase Steward.
Your role as a Python Developer / Codebase Steward: As a Python Developer / Codebase Steward, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency, precision, and scalability of portfolio management processes. This involves developing and maintaining Python scripts, optimizing existing tools, and ensuring high standards of code quality and maintainability. Additionally, you will contribute to the success of investment strategies by leading initiatives that directly impact the investment process.
Job Responsibilities:
Script Development and Maintenance:
- Develop Python scripts to automate data analysis, reporting, risk management, and investment decision-making processes.
- Own the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of existing scripts to adapt to evolving portfolio strategies and market conditions.
Codebase Management:
- Supervise the organization and integrity of the FIG code repository, implementing robust version control and documentation practices.
- Advocate coding standards and best practices specific to financial scripting to ensure reliability, performance, and ease of use.
Collaboration and Leadership:
- Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, analysts, and other team members to identify opportunities for automation and operational improvement.
- Mentor and guide team members in Python scripting techniques, financial analysis methodologies, and code development best practices.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
- Stay updated on financial technology trends, Python development standard processes, and emerging tools to enhance portfolio management capabilities.
- Evaluate and implement new technologies or frameworks that provide competitive advantages in portfolio management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Python development with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in financial scripting or related areas.
- 2+ years of relevant experience in the financial industry.
- In-depth knowledge of financial markets, investment strategies, and portfolio management principles.
- Proficiency in Python, including experience with libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and matplotlib.
- Understanding of version control systems, preferably Git, and experience in collaborative codebase management.
Desirable Skills:
- Familiarity with portfolio management software and tools.
- 2+ years of experience working on the Aladdin platform preferred.
- Knowledge of Streamlit and Tableau.
- Experience in machine learning or statistical modeling applied to financial data.
- Understanding of risk management principles and quantitative analysis.
Opportunities to learn:
- A role at the intersection of finance and technology with a significant impact on investment strategies.
- Opportunities for professional growth in both technology and financial domains.
- A collaborative and innovative team environment focused on continuous improvement and excellence.
Benefits: BlackRock offers a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents, and Flexible Time Off (FTO) to help employees stay energized, engaged, and inspired.
Hybrid Work Model: BlackRock’s hybrid work model supports a culture of collaboration and flexibility. Employees are 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. The hybrid model aims to increase impactful moments through in-person collaboration, aligned with the commitment to performance and innovation.
About BlackRock: BlackRock’s mission is to help more people experience financial well-being by serving clients who are saving for retirement, education, homes, and businesses. BlackRock values its employees and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where colleagues feel welcomed, valued, and supported.
Job Requisition #: R241560
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