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The Veterans Transition Program is designed to support veterans in making the transition from military life to the civilian workforce. The Program offers participants the opportunity to work at the world’s largest asset manager for six months. On completion of the Program, successful participants will be offered permanent employment at BlackRock.\nOver the course of the Program, participants will:\nJoin teams and have an immediate impact;\n\nImmerse themselves in the work of their teams;\n\nGain an understanding of how BlackRock serves its clients;\n\nBe supported through training and mentorship;\n\nGet exposure to senior leaders;\n\nParticipate in social and networking opportunities.\n\nProgram Structure:\nThe program begins with an orientation where you’ll learn about BlackRock’s principles, mission, purpose, and culture. You’ll learn about the asset management industry and get an in-depth look at how BlackRock serves its clients. Following orientation, you’ll join your team and gain insights into the day-to-day life of an Associate as you develop subject-matter expertise through on-the-job learning and our industry-leading technology, Aladdin.\nAbout Team:\nTechnology & Development Operations (TDO) sits within Platform & Ecosystem Engineering, part of the firm’s Platform Enablement organization. Platform Enablement is a horizontal capability focused on scaling execution, modernizing foundational platforms, and accelerating delivery across Business Operations and Client Services in close partnership with Aladdin Engineering.\nTDO operates at the intersection of business process, technology, and delivery. We work directly with operational teams to identify workflow challenges, translate business needs into technical solutions, and build pragmatic tools and automations that improve scale, resilience, and efficiency across core operating platforms.\nThe role is part of the Technology & Development Operations team, and is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering technical solutions to the organization’s workflow challenges. The role requires a deep understanding of the functions within Business Operations and Client Services to better comprehend the challenges faced by these functions.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDesign, develop, and deliver technical solutions, including AI-based models, that will help the organization scale.\nWork with stakeholders to identify areas where technology can be leveraged to improve business processes.\nMake autonomous decisions on which solutions best fit the business problem presented\nTest and validate AI models to ensure that they are accurate and aligned with the organization’s strategic goals.\nPlay a key role in growing the core offering of the Aladdin Compliance and Accounting platforms \nDrive engagement with partners to ensure that proper business requirements are established.\nBuild relationships with other internal technology teams to ensure familiarity with all potential AI-based solutions while also holding them accountable for capturing and measuring business benefits\nSkills/Qualifications:\n4+ years of experience in a Business Analyst or Developer role, exposure in developing and implementing AI-based solutions preferred.\nProficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, Python) as well as strong SQL and database knowledge.\nUnderstanding of machine learning models, including large language models (LLMs) and other neural networks.\nFamiliarity with NLP techniques and tools such as sentiment analysis, named entity recognition, and topic modeling.\nExperience with cloud-based machine learning platforms such as Azure Machine Learning a plus.\nExperience using Agile methodologies - previous experience working from a backlog, sprints, retrospectives etc.\nInterest in the investment management industry and investment products\nFamiliarity with Robotic Process Automation (RPA), e.g., Blue Prism\nFamiliarity with data visualization tools, e.g., Splunk, Tableau, Power BI\nCompetencies:\nThe ability to manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring that they are delivered on time and within time estimates.\nIdentification of risk or gaps in a process and implementing plans to resolve using technical solutions\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills (in English) to convey sophisticated concepts simply and clearly\nA deep understanding of the organization’s business processes, goals, and objectives\nStay up-to-date with the latest developments in LLMs and machine learning, and identify opportunities to apply them to the organization’s business processes.\nWhere will I be based?\nThis role will be based in our Wilmington, Delaware or Atlanta, Ga Office\nProgram Eligibility:\nMinimum of 2 years of Active Uniformed service\n\nBachelor’s degree obtained pre- or post-military service\n\nOpen to all U.S. Veterans, regardless of rank or branch of service\n\nMust be able to commence employment in October 2026\n\nApplication Deadline:\nJuly 31, 2026\n\nFor Atlanta, GA Only the salary range for this position is USD$120,000.00 - USD$148,000.00 . 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.\n\nFor Wilmington, DE Only the salary range for this position is USD$110,000.00 - USD$138,000.00 . 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.Our 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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