Lead Software Engineer - Private Markets Data Engineering

ENGINEERINGUK; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Lead Software Engineer to enhance its data engineering capabilities. In this role, you will collaborate with diverse teams to develop cutting-edge technology that supports data collection and management for private markets. You will leverage your full-stack skills in C#, .NET Core, Python, and React.js to deliver enterprise-grade solutions that increase transparency and improve decision-making in finance. Embrace a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and technological advancement. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to financial well-being and inclusive growth.

Benefits

Retirement tools

Education reimbursement

Health and well-being resources

Family support

Flexible Time Off

Qualifications

• Strong full-stack technical skills with experience in data-centric systems.
• Understanding of infrastructure as code and secrets management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to build data management solutions for high-quality data delivery.
• Deliver enterprise-grade software solutions and promote best practices.

Skills

C#

.NET Core

Python

React.js

Postgres

AWS

CI/CD pipelines

Kubernetes

Job description

You will need to login before you can apply for a job.

Lead Software Engineer - Private Markets Data Engineering

About this role

This role is within Preqin, part of BlackRock. Preqin specializes in private markets data and technology, enhancing our Aladdin platform to deliver comprehensive investment solutions globally.

As part of the Private Markets Data Engineering team, you will collaborate with Product and other teams to develop technology that supports data collection and management of Private Markets entities, ensuring data consistency and accurate labeling.

The systems you develop are vital for Aladdin and Preqin's success, aiming to increase transparency in alternative assets and enable better decision-making in the finance community. You will also explore AI and other advancements to improve data accuracy, timeliness, and research efficiency.

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate across teams to build data management solutions that enable quick delivery of high-quality data.
• Deliver enterprise-grade software solutions.
• Promote software quality through best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in processes and skills.
• Proactively seek optimal technological solutions through collaboration.

You are a good fit if:

• You have strong full-stack technical skills: C# and .NET Core, Python, React.js, and Postgres, with AWS experience.
• You have experience with complex, data-centric systems.
• You understand infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, secrets management, and Kubernetes.
• You are curious, eager to learn, and possess a growth mindset.
• You understand the importance of customer and problem understanding to leverage your technical skills effectively.
• You are passionate about enhancing engineering teams' capacity through collaboration, tooling, and modular services.

Our benefits

We offer a range of employee benefits including retirement tools, education reimbursement, health and well-being resources, family support, and Flexible Time Off.

Our hybrid work model

Employees work at least 4 days in the office and 1 day remotely weekly, with some roles requiring more in-office time to foster collaboration and innovation.

About BlackRock

BlackRock’s mission is to help people achieve financial well-being. We value creating an inclusive environment that supports our colleagues' growth and development.

For more information, visit our social media and LinkedIn pages. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, evaluating applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations directly to your inbox.