Principal, Operations Technology Systems at Blue Owl Capital in New York, NY

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Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives®. With over $319 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation. Together with over 1,380 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives®. With over $315 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation. Together with over 1,390 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com The Role Blue Owl is seeking a Principal, Operations Technology Systems to lead technology strategy, development, and execution across our Operations organization, including Investor Operations, Investment Operations, and Reporting & Analytics. This leader will partner closely with business stakeholders to define requirements, design and implement solutions, oversee testing, and manage the delivery of strategic technology initiatives. The successful candidate will build and lead a high-performing technology team while driving innovation across operational platforms, data ecosystems, and AI-enabled capabilities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technology leader who combines strong technical expertise with business acumen, intellectual curiosity, and a results-oriented mindset. This individual should be comfortable rolling up their sleeves, challenging the status quo, and driving the best possible solutions while balancing timelines, priorities, and business requirements. Experience with modern AI technologies—including coding assistants, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, Snowflake Cortex, and related tools—is highly desirable. This role reports directly to Robert Lee, Chief Technology Officer . Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Serve as the technology leader for Blue Owl's Operations organization, including Investment Operations, Investor Operations, and Reporting & Analytics. Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for operations technology platforms and data capabilities. Drive innovation across financial technology systems, including OMS, EMS, PMS, reporting, and data platforms. Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader to business stakeholders, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and operational controls. Balance strategic initiatives with tactical business needs, making thoughtful trade-offs as necessary. Business Partnership & Analysis Partner with stakeholders to define business requirements, project scope, objectives, and success criteria. Conduct strategic business analysis to ensure initiatives align with broader business and technology objectives. Build consensus among stakeholders and facilitate decision-making across cross-functional teams. Translate complex business requirements into clear technical solutions and delivery plans. Serve as a data steward, leveraging data insights to improve decision-making, governance, and operational effectiveness. Technology Delivery & Operations Lead sy