Tony Shen
New York,NY
Summary
Engineering Director with extensive experience leading large-scale, AI-enabled enterprise investment research and risk platforms. Proven in modernizing distributed systems, scaling cloud-based data architectures, and enabling AI-driven capabilities across research and analytics workflows.
Professional with robust background in directing and managing large-scale operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning and execution. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Engineering – Risk & Investment Oversight
BlackRock
New York, NY
01.2019 - Current
- Led engineering strategy for Aladdin Research, supporting end-to-end investment research workflows used across global investment teams.
- Architected and delivered distributed, cloud-based data platforms enabling scalable ingestion, storage, and analytics across regions.
- Modernized analytics infrastructure through adoption of Snowflake-based data platforms, improving scalability and downstream data consumption.
- Enabled AI-powered capabilities including AI-ready data foundations, workflow automation, and AI-assisted research productivity features.
- Improved platform reliability and release confidence through stronger observability, governance, and operational standards.
Senior Engineer – Investment Risk & Analytics
BlackRock
New York, NY
07.2013 - 12.2018
- Built scalable reporting platforms supporting counterparty exposure monitoring and risk decision-making.
- Delivered production-grade systems aligned with regulatory and operational requirements for risk teams.
- Improved performance and data quality of high-volume analytical systems through close collaboration with business partners.
Software Developer
SportsMEDIA Technologies
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Developed data-driven software solutions for sports media and analytics platforms.
Education
M.S. - Electrical & Computer Engineering
Duke University
05-2011
B.A. - Electrical Engineering
Fudan University
06-2009
Skills
- AI & Data Platforms: AI-enabled application platforms; data readiness for ML/AI workflows; familiarity with Azure, OpenAI models, and Windsurf
- Distributed Data Systems: Snowflake, cloud-based data architectures, large-scale analytics platforms
- Languages & Frameworks: Angular, TypeScript/JavaScript, Java, Perl, SQL
- Strategic planning
- Decision-making
- People management
- Team management
- Project management
- Creativity and innovation
- Employee development
Timeline
Director, Engineering – Risk & Investment Oversight
BlackRock
01.2019 - Current
Senior Engineer – Investment Risk & Analytics
BlackRock
07.2013 - 12.2018
Software Developer
SportsMEDIA Technologies
06.2011 - 06.2013
B.A. - Electrical Engineering
Fudan University
M.S. - Electrical & Computer Engineering
Duke University