About this role
We are looking for a data-savvy Software Engineer to help us build scalable, production-grade systems for researching, experimenting and developing cutting-edge data products in the private markets space.
This role sits within the Private Markets Data Engineering (PMDE) team at Preqin, part of BlackRock. Preqin is central to BlackRock’s ambition to transform private markets data and technology, complementing the Aladdin platform to deliver integrated public and private market solutions across the whole portfolio.
As a senior individual contributor and hands-on technical leader, you will design and build scalable data software infrastructure and analytics platforms that enable high-quality data products, advanced analytics, and client-facing solutions. Working closely with business stakeholders and product partners, you will translate strategic priorities and user needs into robust technical architectures and delivery plans. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, owning technical design and outcomes across complex initiatives.




Your work will directly enhance transparency, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making for institutional investors, fund managers, and service providers. In doing so, you will help position BlackRock as the leading technology and data provider in private markets.
This role is ideal for someone who is excited by the challenges of innovating in private markets data, and combines deep technical expertise with the ability to clearly articulate value to both business stakeholders and clients.
Key responsibilities:
Architect and build scalable, reliable data pipelines and platformssoftware solutions for data products, ensuring performance, quality, and long-term sustainability.
Own data solutions end-to-end — from translating business objectives into technical designs through implementation, deployment, and production support.
Design and implement data workflows that are reproducible, testable, and scientifica

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