About this role
The successful candidate will be able to conduct quantitative research, focusing on FI, Rates/FX, Equity globally catering to the Fundamental Fixed Income and Global Allocation Funds.
Responsibilities include data gathering, research/analysis, Idea generation, model implementation and back-testing. You are a self-starter who can combine sound financial insights, statistical learning, ML/AI techniques to explore, analyse, and harness a large variety of datasets in order to build models which will advise investment strategies.
You will work alongside the investment teams (portfolio managers and researchers) to refine and implement innovative investment strategies!
About you:
7+ years of experience in Solution Architecture or Lead Software Engineering position with at least 2 years hands on with AI/ML.
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Develop progressive AI/ML solutions to address business requirements and challenges.
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Understanding of and research groundbreaking academic developments in AI/ML with NLP/NLU applications in Finance.
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Conceptualize, design, build and develop solution algorithms bringing to bear previous work experience with Generative AI.
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Get along with AI Champions within FFI/GA to collect, synthesize, and propose requirements and build effective analytics/text mining roadmap. Conduct look-ahead investment research with focus on supplementing and strengthening the analytics agenda with newer tools and techniques.
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Lead applied research on a wide array of text analytics and machine learning projects.
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Work with internal engineering teams to integrate and transform these algorithms into production quality applications.
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Dedicated and results oriented player/mentor with ability to collaborate optimally across geographies/time zones.
Would be considered as an advantage 10+ years of hands-on experience and project management experience in data science and machine learning, with a track record of delivering impactful and solutions in a corporate setting.
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Have an entrepreneurial outlook and be willing to take chances to drive innovation.
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Lead AI Architect on all technical aspects of solution delivery, including defining the target state architecture of data science/AI solutions.
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Lead the learning and implementing brand-new AI solutions using the gained shown experience to set standards.
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Ability to define target state technology architecture and roadmaps.
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Work with internal teams, such as engineering and product management, to develop and implement AI models that improve user experiences.
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Drive project and program results, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards while handling complexities and changing requirements.
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Hard-working and results oriented manager with ability to collaborate effectively across geographies/time zones.
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock’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.
About BlackRock
At 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.
This 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.
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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
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BlackRock London, England Office
12 Throgmorton Avenue, London, United Kingdom, EC2N 2DL
