JavaScript/TypeScript Developer, Platform Engineering, Associate

About this role

Platform Engineering Team

We operate under an engineering-driven management approach, with focus on maintainability and stability

We follow industry best practices (soft launching, feature flagging, CI/CD) and consider ourselves first and foremost a technology team

We approach problem solving empirically and consider everyone's opinion equally as long as it's supported by proof

We tried to stay ahead of the curve and use the latest stable technologies (e.g. React 18, Node 22) to offer the best tools to our engineers, minimize the risk of vulnerabilities and the impact of version upgrades

As a Full Stack Developer, you will be:

• Developing, testing and documenting a modern Node/React runtime powering a large public-facing website ecosystem

• Responsible for core framework functionality and cross-cutting concerns (e.g. authentication and authorization, rendering, URL handling, automated regression testing, upstream data source integration)

• Working closely with the Marketing Technologies team lead to develop, integrate and maintain various marketing tags and pixels

What You'll Need:

• At least 4 years of hands-on full stack development experience in TypeScript (preferably) or JavaScript

• Experience with a modern Server Sider Rendering framework, preferably React

• Solid understanding of core JavaScript and Node concepts (threading model, memory management, data structures) and the npm toolchain

• Experience with and ability to write CI/CD pipelines utilizing industry-standard build tools

• Solid written and verbal communication skills in English

• Ability to respond to and continuously improve based on constructive criticism

• Solution-driven mindset, an ability to work independently based on well-defined technical requirements, a drive to tackle roadblocks, capability of defining the problem in clear engineering terms before asking for help

• Being a team player, ability to cooperate with cross-functional and cross-regional teams across the globe

• Thirst for knowledge and a drive to learn and utilize technologies outside of your comfort zone quickly

Nice to have:

• At least basic familiarity with Java microservice frameworks, preferably Spring Boot

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.

• Some experience with modern hybrid headless CMS systems like AEM, or at least basic understanding of CMS concepts.

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.