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At BlackRock, we combine the agility of a startup with the responsibility of managing $12+ trillion in assets, empowering millions of investors worldwide.\nAs Director, Enterprise Architecture within Aladdin Engineering group, you will define and drive strategic architecture across the asset management platform-aligning business strategy, regulatory obligations, and technology capabilities.\nThis role influences target-state architecture across front-, middle-, and back-office domains, enabling scalable investment processes, robust risk management, and resilient client servicing.\nYou will partner with senior leaders across investments, distribution, operations, risk, compliance, and technology to modernize platforms while ensuring security, availability, and regulatory compliance.\nScope of Aladdin Engineering Group:\nDesign and scale technology for tomorrow’s challenges\nBuild solutions for BlackRock and our global client ecosystem\nChampion best practices and contribute to open-source communities\nDeliver high-quality, testable software with continuous innovation\nKey Responsibilities:\nEnterprise & Domain Architecture\nDefine and maintain architecture vision, principles, and target-state across: \nInvestment platforms (e.g., portfolio management, trading)\nData, analytics, and reporting platforms\nClient, distribution, servicing, and IT operations\nCore operational and reference data services\nAlign architecture to the business strategies and commercial outcomes of the firm.\nData & Analytics Architecture\nDefine enterprise data architecture for investment, market, reference, and client data\nEnable advanced analytics, risk modelling, and performance attribution\nPromote governance, lineage, quality, and privacy controls\nTechnology Strategy & Governance\nEstablish architecture standards and approved patterns (cloud, data, integration, security)\nGovern solution designs for consistency, reuse, and alignment\nDrive technology rationalization and vendor/platform strategy\nCloud & Platform Modernization\nLead cloud and hybrid architecture strategy balancing innovation with regulatory constraints\nModernize legacy systems supporting trading, settlement, accounting, and reporting\nSupport strategic partnerships with fintech and market infrastructure providers\nAI Adoption & Implementation\nDefine enterprise AI strategy to enhance investment insights, operational efficiency, & client experience\nIdentify opportunities for AI/ML integration across Aladdin platform components\nEstablish governance frameworks for ethical AI use, regulatory compliance, and risk controls\nPartner with data science and engineering leaders to align AI initiatives with business objectives\nDrive strategic decisions on AI platforms, tooling, and vendor partnerships\nTransformation & Change\nProvide architectural leadership for: \nFront-to-back platform modernization\nData and analytics transformation\nM&A integration and platform consolidation\nIdentify technical debt and define pragmatic remediation roadmaps\nRegulatory, Risk & Resilience\nEnsure compliance with global regulations and internal risk policies\nEmbed resilience, continuity, and disaster recovery in designs\nPartner with Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Cybersecurity for “controls by design”\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelors in computer science/engineering (Masters preferred)\n10+ years in enterprise/solution architecture within financial services\nDeep understanding of asset management domains (investments, risk, operations, distribution)\nProven experience in regulated, high-availability environments\nStrong ability to communicate complex concepts to senior stakeholders\nPreferred Skills & Experience:\nTechnology & Architecture Expertise\nStrong foundation in data architecture and analytics platforms\nCloud architecture experience (AWS, Azure, GCP) in regulated environments\nFamiliarity with APIs, event streaming, messaging, & modern design patterns (SOA, Microservices, DDD)\nHands-on coding in Java, Python, JavaScript, C/C++; relational and NoSQL databases\nExperience with frameworks for streaming/distributed systems (distributed event streaming and messaging platforms, highly available distributed NoSQL data storage platforms)\nKnowledge of secure architectures and modern web stacks\nCertifications & Standards\nTOGAF and cloud certifications preferred\nLeadership & Analytical Skills\nAdvanced problem-solving and influential communication across global teams\nAbility to guide software architecture decisions and evaluate integration methods\nCollaborative leadership across time zones\nKey Competencies:\nStrategic mindset with commercial awareness\nPassion for technology and ownership of outcomes\nStrong understanding of risk, controls, and regulatory obligations\nAbility to influence across business and technology domains\nPragmatic decision-making under pressure\nClear, confident communication with senior stakeholders\n\nFor New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$215,000.00 - USD$275,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.\nOur benefits\nTo 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.\nOur hybrid work model\nBlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently 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 due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.\n\nGuidance on AI use for candidates\nAt BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work - enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.\nAbout BlackRock\nAt BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.\nThis mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.\nTo learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.\nBlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression),sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View theEEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplementand thepay transparency statement.\nBlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustmentsare needed throughout the employment process, please email . 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