Full Stack Engineer

About The CompanyBlackRock is a global leader in investment management, risk management, and advisory services, dedicated to helping individuals and institutions achieve their financial goals. With a presence in over 100 countries, BlackRock manages trillions of dollars in assets, making it one of the most influential financial firms worldwide. The company's mission is to create a financial environment where clients can thrive and grow, supported by innovative technology, comprehensive investment solutions, and a commitment to sustainability and responsible investing. BlackRock values diversity, inclusion, and integrity, fostering a collaborative culture that encourages continuous learning and development. As part of its ongoing efforts to push the boundaries of financial technology, BlackRock invests heavily in cutting-edge tools and platforms to deliver superior service and innovative products to its clients.About The RoleThis position offers an exciting opportunity to join BlackRock’s SMA Solutions team, focusing on delivering innovative fintech solutions that enhance portfolio management and client experience. As a Full Stack Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing and evolving the Arya platform, a modern fintech system designed to support portfolio construction, direct indexing, and investment management. The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, reliable, and high-performance microservices and web applications. You will leverage AI-assisted development tools and automation frameworks to accelerate development cycles, improve code quality, and foster a culture of continuous innovation. The environment is agile, with two-week sprints, providing a dynamic setting where collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence are highly valued. This role is ideal for engineers passionate about full-stack development, AI integration, and creating impactful financial technology solutions for a diverse global client base.QualificationsRequiredStrong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, and design patternsProven experience in full stack web development across modern front-end and back-end ecosystemsMinimum of 3 years of professional experience in software engineering rolesProficiency in modern object-oriented programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, Kotlin, or SwiftExperience with relational databases and SQLExcellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within interdisciplinary teamsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment with a focus on delivering high-quality solutionsPreferredExperience with AI-assisted development tools such as Windsurf/Devin, Cursor, Claude Code, or GitHub CopilotHands-on experience working in cloud environments like AWS or similar platformsKnowledge of Kubernetes and containerization technologiesNote: For candidates in San Francisco, CA, the salary range is USD 132,500 to USD 162,000. Additional benefits include discretionary bonuses, healthcare, retirement plans, and other employee benefits.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain end-to-end features across the full technology stack, including front-end interfaces, back-end microservices, and data layersBuild and optimize microservices that support investment portfolio construction, direct indexing, and related solutionsDeploy and manage services within a Kubernetes-based cloud environment, ensuring scalability and reliabilityTroubleshoot and resolve production issues promptly, maintaining high system availabilityContinuously modernize platform components by adopting new technologies and best practicesLeverage AI coding assistants and automation workflows to accelerate development, testing, and debugging processes while maintaining high engineering standardsCollaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to deliver innovative features aligned with client needsParticipate actively in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and knowledge sharing sessions to foster a culture of excellenceBenefitsBlackRock offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of its employees. This includes a robust retirement plan, competitive healthcare coverage, tuition reimbursement programs, and support for working parents. The company also promotes work-life balance through Flexible Time Off (FTO), allowing employees to relax, recharge, and spend quality time with loved ones. Additionally, BlackRock provides wellness programs, employee assistance resources, and opportunities for continuous learning and development to help employees reach their full potential. The organization values innovation and recognizes contributions through performance-based bonuses and career advancement opportunities, fostering an engaging and rewarding work environment.Equal OpportunityBlackRock is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals are valued and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. We believe diversity fosters innovation and drives better business outcomes. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. Our commitment to fairness, equity, and inclusion is integral to our culture and success.