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Lead Python Engineer, Vice President

AT BlackRock
BlackRock

Lead Python Engineer, Vice President

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

About this role

Design, develop and maintain Python applications and services ensuring code quality, scalability and performance
Take technical and emotional ownership of the applications and services
Lead and mentor a team of developers ensuring high quality delivery
Collaborate with product managers to gather requirements, write technical specifications and plan development efforts
Write clean efficient code, which is well documented and follows the defined best practices and coding standards
Participate in architectural designs and contribute to the technical direction of projects
Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback and promote continuous improvement in the team (and beyond)

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Troubleshoot and resolve issues reported in production environments

Preferred Skills:

Experience in Python Programming with a deep understanding of core libraries and concepts
Strong proficiency in SDLC such as Agile and Scrum
Strong knowledge and experience of testing, code reviews and continuous integration
Focus on designing and writing resilient and maintainable code
Expertise in designing, developing and deploying servers and applications at scale
Experience of extracting common concepts into libraries to encourage reuse
Excellent ability to troubleshoot software issues and ability to apply this outside of immediate areas of responsibility
Excellent problem solving skills
Strong knowledge of databases, scehma design and be proficient in writing and optimizing SQL queries
Specific knowledge of any of Sybase ASE / MS SQLServer is preferable
Track record of mentoring and managing junior developers to build a cohesive and high performing team.
Experience in Snowflake is desirable

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.

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

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.

Client-provided location(s): Edinburgh, UK
Job ID: blackrock-R246215
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Life Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Founder led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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