About the Role:

This Director-level role sits within the FRPPE – Risk Technology team. As a Java/Database Developer, you will design and develop innovative, high-performance software solutions and drive the modernization and agile agenda. You will collaborate closely with business lines, understand their requirements, and help transform how Morgan Stanley operates technologically.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop reliable, innovative software solutions using modern technology stacks.
• Take ownership of technology platforms and drive modernization initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Contribute to high-performance, distributed systems development.
• Work on real-time applications involving multithreading and high availability.
• Develop user interfaces using modern frameworks such as Angular, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React.
• Collaborate on source control management, testing, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Engage in continuous learning and apply new technologies and practices to improve systems.

Key Technical Skills:

Java, Spring Framework, Multithreading, Unix/Linux, Angular, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, jQuery, Git, Perforce, CVS, DB2, Snowflake, NoSQL (MongoDB), SQL, IntelliJ, Eclipse IDE, Unit Testing, Performance Testing, Debugging, Power BI, Python, Jupyter Notebooks

Requirements:

Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience expected for this senior role.

Strong experience developing software in Java (3–7 years).

Good knowledge of Unix/Linux platforms and networking.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience with:

• Spring framework
• Client-server, distributed, or performance-critical systems
• Multithreaded real-time applications on Unix/Linux
• UI development using Angular, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, or jQuery
• Source Code Management tools like Git, Perforce, CVS
• Enterprise databases (DB2, Snowflake, MongoDB) and strong SQL skills
• Version control tools
• IDEs like IntelliJ or Eclipse
• Software testing, including unit testing and performance tuning
• Debugging and issue diagnosis

Desirable:

• Exposure to investment management and risk management domains
• Experience with workflow technologies
• Experience using Power BI and data analysis tools
• Experience with Python and Jupyter notebooks

About Morgan Stanley:

Morgan Stanley is a global leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals achieve their financial goals. With a legacy spanning over 89 years and a workforce of more than 80,000 employees across 42 countries, the firm stands out for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and diversity.

About Working at Morgan Stanley:

Morgan Stanley offers a collaborative environment where diverse backgrounds and innovative thinking are valued. Employees are encouraged to move across businesses, contributing to a dynamic career path. The firm is dedicated to maintaining high standards of client service, integrity, and inclusion.

Company Values:

• Putting clients first
• Doing the right thing
• Leading with exceptional ideas
• Committing to diversity and inclusion
• Giving back to the community