Collaborate with our global trading and operations teams and Aladdin Business to understand and deploy connectivity needs across asset classes and markets.
Build knowledge of FIX protocols and their application to financial services workflows within Order Execution Management Systems, Electronic Communication Networks and Post Trade Confirmations.
Defining FIX requirements / specifications and propose new FIX workflows to extend electronic trading and post trade processes and protocols
Lead multiple technology projects throughout the software development lifecycle - including release process, testing, certification, deployment and training, all while aligning with client SLAs.
Work directly with Clients, Brokers, and Platforms to certify, build and roll out new FIX connections
Manage full lifecycle of new workflows and FIX sessions onboarding
Track and measure progress for each electronic trading initiative to ensure we deliver outstanding capabilities on time
Participate in industry events, panels and conferences to keep abreast of the market trends.
Your Experience
Deep understanding and proven expertise (5+ years) using FIX messaging protocols
Experience working and building relationships with clients, brokers and vendor partners on technology solutions using FIX Protocol.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, leading multiple projects and delivering within detailed timelines
Understanding of other protocols such as FpML is helpful but not required
Familiarity with capital markets instruments (equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, derivatives) and third-party trading platforms and services used to process confirmation and settlement of trades
Excellent analytical, creative, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Bachelors or Master's degree in Computer Science or Mathematics or equivalent is preferred
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 modelHealth insuranceFlexible schedule
Additional Information
About this role
Are you interested in building innovative technology that crafts financial markets? Do you like working at the speed of a startup but want to solve some of the world's most sophisticated problems? 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 unique skills, curiosity, and passion while giving you the opportunity to grow technically and as an individual.
We invest and protect over $7 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 also being part of a software development team responsible for next generation technology and solutions.
Your Role and Impact
As an Aladdin FIX Connectivity Specialist, you will help our clients streamline their workflows and access new sources of liquidity.
You will be passionate about deploying and certifying electronic messaging solutions that span both the trading and post trade space for our growing number of institutional clients.
Deep engagement with our engineers, product management, client facing teams, vendors and brokers will help you to drive solutions that are both multi region and multi asset. This will provide opportunities to work on groundbreaking workflows that extend the reach of FIX to improve the Aladdin offering.
Blackrock · Mumbai, India