Python Developer, Associate / Chicago, IL

About this role

About This Role 
We are a dynamic, data-driven team at the intersection of finance and technology.

As a software engineer, you will build applications and processes to help drive business growth. This position requires strong programming skills, analytical thinking, and a passion for learning. You will collaborate with experienced engineers to develop and improve software systems. 

Role Responsibilities:

• Design, code, test, and support reliable, robust software applications and services that meet high-quality standards 

• Participate in cross-functional feature requirements gathering, design, and implementation 

• Collaborate with product management to prioritize and organize development sprints 

• Perform code reviews and provide timely, constructive feedback to fellow engineers 

Key Qualifications 

• 2–5 years of experience in Python programming 

• Strong background in mathematics, algorithms, logic, and statistics 

• Extensive database experience (MySQL preferred; SQL/Postgres also valuable)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or STEM field 

Relevant Experience:

• Proficiency with Python packages, such as Pandas, NumPy, DashApps 

• Hands-on experience with AWS (RDS, EC2, serverless) and Open Container Initiative (OCI) container packaging and runtime 

• Interest and knowledge in finance, particularly Options, Stocks, and Bonds

Our benefits

To 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.

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.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock 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 the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.

BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email [email protected]. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.