VP, Front End Engineer (AI Accelerated) · BlackRock

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:42:39 GMT
Engineering

BlackRock · London · hybrid

About this role

Do you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, experimenting with new approaches, and working in an environment that combines the discipline of an enterprise platform with the curiosity and pace of a startup?

At BlackRock, we look for engineers who are excited to push the boundaries of modern frontend development - from advanced UI frameworks to high-performance microfrontends and platform-level tooling that sits at the heart of investment workflows handling real financial outcomes.

What You'll Be Doing

Collaborate with colleagues across UK, US, India, and other global offices.

Build highly available, resilient, and performant frontend systems and frameworks used by thousands of users.

Contribute to the evolution of Aladdin's multi-asset trading and portfolio management capabilities, using AI to accelerate domain learning and solution design.

Shape product direction together with Product, Design, and Engineering leadership.

Mentor and guide frontend engineers, helping cultivate a culture of curiosity, inclusion, and technical excellence.

Work in an Agile setup where autonomy, ownership, and accountability matter.

Use AI proactively from day one, both as a development accelerator and as a tool you validate and refine to ensure high-quality outcomes.

What We're Looking For

AI-first engineers, who has experience using AI development tools

7+ years of professional software engineering experience

Strong hands-on proficiency with TypeScript, JavaScript, Angular, and React

Deep understanding of web performance, rendering patterns, application security, and modern frontend architectures

Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps tooling, or Azure DevOps

Experience leading project teams or owning significant system components

Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions with clarity and practicality

Comfort working in fast-paced, high-complexity domains

Ability to use AI to support design-thinking and architectural decisions, defining patterns and measurable SLO/NFR targets for high-quality engineering outcomes

Curiosity about AI-augmented engineering, workflow-driven automation, or practical AI productization

Nice to Have / Great to Learn Here

Experience working in an agile development team or on open-source development projects

Knowledge of Core Java, design patterns, and distributed systems fundamentals

Exposure to optimisation problems or quantitative systems

An OSS footprint, engineering certifications, or anything that shows deep mastery of the craft

Interest in shaping patterns for AI-generated code quality, maintainability, and lifecycle safety

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.