About this role
BlackRock is one of the worldâs leading asset managementfirmsand AladdinÂŽ is the firmâs an end-to-end operating system for investment professionals to see their whole portfolio, understand risk exposure, and act with precision. Aladdin is the central nervous system powering the investment decisions of both the firm and its clients; a $1bn technology business that has significant growth aspirations over the next five years.
The Aladdin Platform teamis responsible forengineering andoperatingthe core service layer that powers Aladdin. We sit at the center of enabling the delivery of products and features in Aladdin for BlackRock and the largest financial institutions in the world. As the pace of growth of Aladdin accelerates, the Platform Team is laser focused on the speed of product delivery, executionpredictabilityand quality. The Platform teamis responsible fora suite of foundational and modern products including our Developer Platform, CoreInfrastructureand our Mission Control Platform. The Platform product management office helps to catalyze our engineering community, delivering well-defined Platform products that have clear outcome-oriented roadmaps and efficient and predictable delivery.
We areseekinga passionate, technically fluentProduct Managerto lead our internal AI enablement initiatives for software development teams. In this role, you will focus exclusively on developing,maintaining, and evolving AI-driven tools that empower our engineers and technologists throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC).Youâlldefine and drive the product strategy for how AI is integrated into developer workflows â from intelligent coding assistants and automated code reviews to AI-enhanced testing and deployment processes. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in developer-centric environments, understands how software is built and delivered, and is excited aboutleveragingartificial intelligence to transform those processes.You will ensure our development environmentremainscutting-edge, efficient, and tailored to the needs of our engineers. Success in this role hinges on your ability to listen to developersâ needs,anticipatehow AI can address their pain points, and collaborate effectively to deliver innovative solutions. As a trusted product leader, you will own the AI toolchain roadmap and guide the delivery of features that fundamentally improve developer productivity and software quality.
You Are:
Passionate about AI in developer tools:You have a deep interest in the potential of artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve engineering workflows. You stay informed about new AI technologies and are eager to apply them in practical ways to help developers.
Deeply user-focused:You care about the daily life of software developers and have empathy for their challenges.Youâredriven to make their jobs easier by providing tools that solve real problems and enhance productivity.
Technically savvy:You have a solid grasp of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), version control, continuous integration, and deployment practices.
A strategic thinker and executor:You can zoom out to define a compelling vision for AI-enabled developerplatforms, andthen zoom in to work out the execution details. You blendbig-picture perspective with meticulous planning, ensuring that long-term goals inform day-to-day implementation.
A self-starter and problem-solver:You take initiative and handle ambiguity well. When faced with a complex problem you proactively research options, rally the right people, and drive toward a solution.
Collaborative and influential:You excel in cross-functional teams, working closely with engineers,investment researchers, UX designers, and stakeholders. You communicate clearly, build trust easily, and can influence without direct authority. Colleagues see you as an advocate for both the developersâ needs and the businessâs goals.
Adaptable and curious:You quickly learn new domains and technologies.Youârenot afraid to step outside your comfort zoneto make informed product decisions.
Outcome-oriented:You care about results. You define success metrics up front and push for measurable impact. You hold yourself and the team accountable todeliveringvalue, not just features.
Key Responsibilities
Product Vision & Strategy:Define and continually refine the product vision for AI enablementinour developer platform. Develop a clear strategy and multi-phase roadmap for introducing AI-powered solutions that align with both engineering needs and broader businessobjectives. Ensure this vision stays aligned with the latest advancements in AI/ML and the evolving needs of our internal development community.
Use Case Discovery & Requirements Gathering:Engage with engineers, tech leads, and architect stakeholders toidentifyhigh-impact use cases where AI can improve developer productivity.
Product Specifications & Documentation:Translate insights and requirements into clear product artifacts.Continuously update documentation to reflect changes and new learning.
Integrate AI into Developer Workflows:Guidethe integration of AI solutions seamlessly into existing developer workflows and tools. Work with pilot users to test new AI features in their daily work and iterate based on feedback.
Platform Reliability & Governance:Oversee the non-functional aspects of delivering AI capabilities on our developer platform. Partner with infrastructure and DevOps teams to ensure the AI tools and services are scalable, performant, and secure.
User Adoption & Training:Drive high adoption and satisfaction of the AI tools you deliver. Develop onboarding programs or tutorials that help engineers quickly learn how to use new AI features.Be the internal evangelist for these AI tools, highlighting success stories and best practices to encourage wider usage.
Feedback Collection & Iteration:Establishfeedback loops with users and stakeholders to gather qualitative feedback andobservehow teams interact with the AI tooling. Maintain a continuous improvement mindset, releasing enhancementsfrequentlyto steadily increase the toolsâ value.
Stakeholder Management & Communication:Serve as the primary point of contact for all things related to AI developer enablement. Regularly update senior leadership and relevant stakeholders on progress, roadblo
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