Lead Salesforce Architect – Aladdin Client Business COO/Tech Enablement

About this role

What are Aladdin and Aladdin Client Business COO/Tech Enablement?
 

You will be working on BlackRock’s investment operating system, Aladdin, which powers informed decision-making for thousands of users across global financial institutions. The Aladdin Client Business COO/Tech Enablement team supports the operational and technological backbone of Aladdin’s client-facing functions, driving innovation, automation, and scalability across the platform.

As a Lead Salesforce Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing enterprise-grade Salesforce solutions that enable seamless client engagement, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making across the Aladdin ecosystem.

Being a Member of Aladdin Engineering, You Will Be

• Tenacious: Thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment with evolving priorities.
• Creative Thinker: Architect flexible, scalable solutions using Salesforce’s capabilities.
• Collaborative Partner: Work cross-functionally with global teams and stakeholders.
• Fast Learner: Quickly grasp new concepts and apply them to solve business challenges.

Responsibilities Include

• Lead the architecture, design, and delivery of Salesforce solutions aligned with business goals.
• Define and maintain technical standards, best practices, and governance for Salesforce development.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and developers to translate requirements into scalable workflows and modules.
• Drive platform optimization, performance tuning, and automation strategies.
• Oversee integration of Salesforce with Aladdin and other enterprise systems.
• Ensure platform resilience through rigorous testing, code reviews, and deployment practices.
• Mentor and guide development teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Champion inclusion and diversity through team engagement and leadership.

Qualifications

• B.S. / M.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT, with 5+ years focused on Salesforce architecture and development.

Skills and Experience

• Proven expertise in Salesforce architecture, including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and custom applications.
• Strong understanding of Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Web Components, and Salesforce APIs.
• Experience designing and implementing complex workflows, data models, and UI policies.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Hands-on experience with REST/SOAP integrations and third-party system connectivity.
• Knowledge of Salesforce security, performance tuning, and governance best practices.
• Proficiency in platform performance tuning and security best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a user-centric mindset.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Experience translating operational needs into technical solutions within financial services is a plus.

Nice to Have and Opportunities to Learn

• Salesforce certifications: Certified Technical Architect, Application Architect, System Architect, Platform Developer II.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and deployment tools (Terraform, Docker).
• Experience with AI/ML integrations or automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with Aladdin workflows and investment operations.
• Knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular) is a plus.

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.