We're seeking someone to join our FRPPE Tech team as a Java developer, in Finance Technology to architect and develop next-generation Java applications leveraging cloud, microservices, and modern frameworks, enabling digital transformation in financial systems.
In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities.
This is Director position that develops and maintains software solutions that support business needs.
Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

What you'll do in the role:

The candidate will be working in a team working on Core MS Finance Tech applications built on Java (Scala) leveraging Spring boot/Spark containers with Angular front ends. Also leveraged is open source Rule Engine Morphir (erstwhile SlateX).
The candidate will also be working on very intensive business & data analysis out of our Finance Data Warehouse (FDW) built in Teradata. In working closely with the local/global project manager, colleagues, and internal clients within Finance, the candidate will be involved in all stages of the development life cycle from requirements gathering to post-release and ongoing Lv3 support as escalation point.

Responsibilities:

• Perform business/data analysis to investigate into various business problems and propose the solution working closely with clients and team
• Design, implement, test and maintain web and data processing applications - technology choice could vary depending on the types of components and team's strategy
• Performance and scalability optimization to support large scale deployments
• Define new features in conjunction with product management, and provide specifications
• Ensure quality and completeness of the final product through unit testing, documentation and maintenance as appropriate.

What you'll bring to the role:

• At least 6+ years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role with Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field
• Java/Scala Programming: Web development, Web Services (REST API), Data Engineering and high-performance data processing applications
• Angular UI Development: Experience building very reliable, working with large volumes of data and UI support for data slicing
• Experience with Spark Framework and application level caching software (preferred)
• Extensive DevOps Tooling including Unit/Functional Testing in a developer capacity
• Experience with some Rule Engine (SlateX, ILog, JRule, etc) preferred
• Hands-on experience with Cloud (AWS or Azure) preferred
• Job scheduler tools: Any scheduling tool experience (preferably Autosys)
• Exposure to BFSI and finance industry preferred

Non-Technical:

• High interest in Finance business & data analysis required. Interest in Accounting preferred.
• Eager to learn business in Finance such as accounting for financial products like derivatives accounting, regulatory requirements and working closely with internal finance controllers
• Ownership/Accountability and desire to take on an expanded role over time.
• Ability to multi-task and work against deadlines/priorities
• Eager to work with new technologies and apply them towards enterprise-level data solutions
• Capable of working with a global team and thriving in a team development environment
• Advanced problem solving skills and the ability to deal with real world business issues

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
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Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.