Director, Aladdin Solutions Architect

About this roleAbout this roleAt BlackRock, technology sits at the core of our business, and Aladdin® is the platform that powers investment decisions, risk management, and operational workflows across the firm and for our clients globally.We are seeking a Solutions Architect within Aladdin Engineering to lead solutions architecture and engineering delivery across critical business transformation initiatives. This role is focused on partnering with BlackRock Global Markets to define and deliver end‑to‑end solutions that solve complex business problems, while ensuring alignment with Aladdin’s broader platform architecture and engineering standards.You will operate at the intersection of business, product, and engineering, transforming Investment and Trading processes into automated, scalable, and resilient solutions, and guide global cross functional teams to deliver at scale.Role responsibilitiesSolution Architecture Own the end‑to‑end solution architecture for key Business and Aladdin capabilities and workflows.Translate business and product requirements into scalable, secure, and implementable technical designs.Be the glue across core Aladdin Product and Platform teams.Execute and accelerate the delivery of cross‑functional initiatives.Be adept at operating with ambiguity and evolving requirements.Define:Solution boundaries, system interactions, and integration patternsData flows, APIs, and service responsibilitiesNon-functional requirements (performance, resilience, scalability, security)Ensure solutions align to enterprise architecture standards, while remaining pragmatic and delivery-orientedDrive architecture decision-making and trade-offs (build vs buy, performance vs cost, speed vs robustness)Engineering Leadership & ExecutionLead and scale globally distributed engineering teams to rapidly deliver solutions.Own delivery across the full Agentic SDLC, from design through productionEnsure strong execution across:High-availability distributed systemsFront-to-back investment and trading lifecycle workflows.Client-facing and internal platform capabilitiesEmbed engineering excellence across:CI/CD and DevOps practicesObservability, reliability, and incident managementSecurity and regulatory complianceCross‑Platform Integration & System DesignDesign and govern integration across Aladdin domains, including:Trading, portfolio management, risk, and operationsData and analytics platformsExternal client and partner systemsEnsure solutions are modular, reusable, and interoperable.Anticipate and resolve system-level dependencies and failure points.Technology StrategyDefine technology strategy at the solution / domain level, including:API-first, event-driven, and real-time data architecturesAdoption of cloud-native patterns and microservicesEvaluate emerging technologies and drive adoption where they create tangible business or engineering value.Drive use of AI / GenAI capabilities in both:Product featuresEngineering productivity and automationStakeholder Engagement & TranslationAct as the primary technical bridge between:Business and product stakeholdersEngineering and platform teamsTranslate complex requirements into clear solution designs and delivery plans.Influence senior stakeholders by framing architecture decisions in business terms (risk, cost, time-to-market, client impact)Quality, Risk, and GovernanceIdentify and mitigate solution-level risks early in the lifecycle.Ensure adherence to:Architecture standardsSecurity and data governance policiesLead architecture and design reviews across teams.Drive consistency and quality across multiple concurrent solutions.ExperienceExtensive experience in solution architecture and software engineering leadershipProven track record delivering complex, large-scale technology solutions in enterprise environments.Experience leading cross functional programs with high business and client impact.Background in financial technology or complex domain-driven platforms preferred.Technical expertiseStrong system design experience across:Distributed systems and microservicesAPI and integration architecturesCloud-native platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)Deep understanding of:Data flows and event-driven architecturesScalability, performance, and resilience patternsAbility to operate across platforms and multiple technology domains, rather than a deep specialization in one.Leadership attributesAbility to operate in complex market and organizational contexts, translating strategic objectives into actionable plans.Proven track record of driving innovation, navigating ambiguity, and delivering measurable outcomes at scale.Proven experience influencing cross-functional senior stakeholders.Strong communication skills to distill complex systems into clear, decision-ready narratives.AI-First, Human-in-the-Loop: Embrace AI-driven solutions as a default for efficiency and scale, while keeping expert human judgment in critical loops to ensure quality and trust.Platform Over People: Prioritizes building robust platforms and automation over relying on individual heroic efforts, enabling sustainable and scalable growth.Standardization Everywhere: Drives consistency in tools, processes, and data across the board, reducing complexity and improving interoperability and maintainability.Deep Co-Ownership with Business partners: Fosters a culture of partnership with the BlackRock Global Markets Group, aligning closely on priorities, sharing roadmaps and KPIs, and co-owning outcomes to ensure the platform truly meets business needs.Our benefitsTo 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 mod