Index Equity Technologist (Python), BlackRock Global Markets, Associate
Core
Build and maintain portfolio engineering algorithms for index investment processes, supporting construction, optimization, trading, and risk management.
Role type
Quantitative Developer (Python)
Builds
Portfolio engineering algorithms for index equity investment
Domain
Asset Management / Quantitative Finance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Python programming, object-oriented design, statistical analysis, large-scale data processing, SDLC/Agile, CI/CD, version control, quantitative analysis
Preferred skills
Java, equity risk models, investment management/trading experience, AI/ML
Technologies
Python, Java, CI/CD tools
Responsibilities
Implement platform for development and deployment of portfolio engineering algorithms; maintain Algo ecosystem with Python engineering principles; apply quantitative analysis and statistical techniques to improve workflows; identify and implement operational process improvements; integrate algorithms into BlackRock technology platform; partner with technology teams to build well-suited tools
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC