Senior Software Engineer - VP

About Us

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in more than 41 countries, the Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions, and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley, please visit www.morganstanley.com.

Technology/Role/Department at Morgan Stanley

Technology is the key differentiator that ensures that we manage our global businesses and serve clients on a market leading platform that is resilient, safe, efficient, smart, fast, and flexible. Technology redefines how we do business in global, complex, and dynamic financial markets. We have a large number of award-winning technology platforms that help to propel our Firm's businesses to be the top in the market. Our India technology teams are based in Mumbai and Bengaluru. We have built strong techno-functional teams which partner with our offices globally taking global ownership of systems and products. We have a vibrant and diverse mix of technologists working on different technologies and functional domains. There is a large focus on innovation, inclusion, giving back to the community and sharing knowledge.

Department profile

Morgan Stanley Investment Management Technology (MSIMIT) strives to provide a technology platform that helps the business deliver outstanding long-term investment performance, service, and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations, and individuals worldwide.

Team Technologies Used
> Python 3.10+
> SQL and NoSQL databases
> Pandas, SQL Alchemy
> Java 8+ and Spring micro-services
> Distributed compute clusters

Your responsibilities will include:

> Designing and developing modern and modular web applications using modern coding and testing standards.
> Engaging directly with stakeholders to clarify requirements and design solutions.
> Participating in Agile ceremonies and actively driving towards the team's goals.
> Working independently using modern software development practices.
> Working collaboratively with a global team of technologists.
> Leading with ideas and innovation.
> Managing communication and partnering with our end users to design solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: 8-10 years

Skills Required

> Strong knowledge and experience with Core Java, collections, exception handling, stream API, multithreading.
> Strong knowledge and experience with Python, collections, exception handling, data frames, database access technologies, and multithreading.
> Strong knowledge and experience with relational databases like SQL Server or Postgres.
> Demonstrated experience designing and building reliable, resilient, scalable applications that can handle high loads, especially during market volatility.
> Ability to effectively understand and analyze requirements and apply technologies to implement optimal solutions.
> Solid experience writing unit tests, component tests, and integration tests.
> Strong problem-solving skills with ability to analyze and understand data.
> Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
> Strong Computer Science fundamentals


Skills Desired
> Experience with NoSQL databases.
> Understanding of financial markets and various financial instruments.
> Exposure to front-end technologies like Angular, React, and JavaScript.
> Knowledge and experience with DevOps methodologies.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $210,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.