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The Index Fixed Income (IFI) team has responsibility for managing Blackrock’s Index Fixed Income portfolios, including Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), mutual funds, & segregated mandates. The PM Architecture team are designing and developing portfolio construction algorithms to significantly increase automation and productivity across IFI globally.
Job Responsibility:
Design efficient algorithms and optimizers to automate key portfolio construction processes
Develop both prototypes and production tools
Partner with PMs to integrate these tools into daily processes and continually refine them
On occasion, undertake portfolio management activities to develop a deeper understanding of specific investment processes
Partner with BlackRock Technology teams to design and develop the core “Algo Platform”
Develop other desk tools to support the PM investment process
Partner with BlackRock Technology teams to ensure existing applications continue to evolve to support PM needs
Develop reporting methods & analytics on new tools to ensure improvements can be measured
Requirements:
Strong technical background (at least BA/BS in Maths/Science/Engineering/related discipline)
Strong programming skills in at least two of the following: Python, Visual Basic, R, MATLAB, Java, C++
Excellent problem-solving skills and process-oriented approach
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Nice to have:
Experience of working as Portfolio Manager, either directly or alongside
Working knowledge of Fixed Income markets
Familiarity across a range of funds and investment styles (index/active, fundamental/quantitative)
Knowledge of BlackRock Aladdin tools beneficial
What we offer:
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