Jobs at Morgan Stanley

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Morgan Stanley is a global investment bank that has positioned itself as a leader in digital innovation, building proprietary trading algorithms, risk‑management systems, and cloud‑based client portals that power wealth‑management services.

Typical tech hires include software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity analysts, cloud architects, UX/UI designers, product managers, and full‑stack developers. Candidates can expect structured coding challenges, pair‑programming sessions, and business‑case projects that reflect real‑world client scenarios.

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Application Developer

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, is seeking an Application Developer for the Strategic Entitlements team within Institutional Securities Technology (IST). The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining highly-available APIs for regulatory reporting, libraries, and components for standardizing application entitlements and client data access. The candidate will also partner with the Listed Sales and Trading team to implement functional enhancements and assist in adopting Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices. Required skills include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, 4+ years of experience in Python, C/C++, or C#, strong computing fundamentals, and understanding of SRE core concepts.

Investment Banking Infrastructure Strategist Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley Budapest is seeking a self-motivated individual with strong technical and business skills for a dynamic role in their Investment Banking Division (IBD). The role involves designing and maintaining infrastructure systems to support IBD workflows, developing APIs, optimizing databases, and automating processes. The candidate will collaborate with IT teams, bankers, and senior stakeholders, blending deep software development skills with finance, data science, AI, and technology expertise.

Associate, e-trading (Risk Management)

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley's Firm Risk Management (FRM) is seeking a risk manager for its Electronic Trading Risk team in NY. The role involves managing overall risk for electronic trading in equities and fixed income, analyzing eTrading algorithms, overseeing eTrading limits, collaborating with various stakeholders, and communicating key risks to senior management. The ideal candidate should have an advanced degree in a quantitative discipline, experience in electronic trading or trading systems, knowledge of financial markets, and strong critical thinking skills. The role requires proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, with VBA or other programming skills being advantageous. The base pay is between $85,000 and $140,000 per year, with potential for additional compensation.

Vice President, Strats

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley is hiring for a Vice President, Strats position in New York. The role involves developing algorithmic index strategies, working closely with traders, salesmen, and structurers, and maintaining production indices. The job requires a Master's degree in Finance or related field and 2 years of experience in quantitative finance, Python or Java programming, and large scale data analysis. The expected base pay is between $250,000 and $250,000 per year.

Senior Associate - MSET QR Strats Analytics -Index Rebal_Institutional Equity Division

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley's Institutional Equity Division (IED) is a global leader in equity, equity-linked, and equity-derivative securities. The Quantitative Research (QR) group, based in Mumbai, seeks a dynamic, self-motivated individual with 2-4 years of financial sector experience. The role involves working with global Morgan Stanley Quantitative Research teams, maintaining and analyzing referential data, and generating ad hoc reports. Key responsibilities include handling index rebalances, complex client asks, extensive data analysis, and developing strategic solutions using quantitative techniques. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Finance, Economics, or Mathematics, practical mastery of data analysis at scale, and significant experience in Python/R or similar languages.

VCS Business Strategy ED

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Credit Risk Stress Testing Analyst

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley is hiring for a Credit Risk Stress Testing Analyst position in Budapest. The role involves producing weekly portfolio stress loss analysis, identifying potential vulnerabilities, and improving stress testing infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have some knowledge in Risk Management or Finance, a quantitative degree, strong English communication skills, and familiarity with counterparty credit risk products. Morgan Stanley offers competitive benefits, flexible working arrangements, extensive training, and an inclusive, diverse culture.

FID, SPG Private Credit Financing Portfolio Management - Vice President

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley's FID Secured Lending group (FSL) is recruiting a Vice President for its lending portfolio management platform in New York. The role involves managing a diverse range of assets including private credit corporate loans, leveraged loans, residential and commercial mortgages, and more. Daily tasks include reviewing transactions, conducting due diligence, performing portfolio surveillance, preparing reports, managing IT automation, and leading a team of junior asset managers. Candidates should have experience in corporate credit or structured products, excellent analytical skills, and a background in private credit is a plus. The expected base pay is between $200,000 and $250,000 per year.

Analyst - Automation and Workflow Solution - Product Owner (Wealth Management)

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley, a global financial services leader, seeks a motivated professional for its Wealth Management Automation & Workflow Solutions (AWS) team in India. The team focuses on business transformation, automation, and process optimization. Key responsibilities include managing technology integration, developing business requirements, partnering with cross-functional teams, and delivering workflow solutions. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's Degree, and skills in project management, Agile methodologies, and software development life cycle.

Onboarding Data Architect Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Calgary, Canada

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley at Work (MSAW) emphasizes the importance of investing in employees, viewing them as the company's most valuable asset. MSAW offers comprehensive workplace financial solutions, including Equity, Financial Wellness, and Retirement Solutions, aiming to boost employee financial confidence and loyalty. The company culture is collaborative, inclusive, and focused on personal and professional growth. The Global Onboarding Data Architects role involves managing onboarding projects, configuring MSAW equity administration software, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background, experience in managing software and onboarding projects, and excellent communication skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Morgan Stanley?
The culture blends a high‑performance mindset with collaborative mentorship. Employees enjoy access to industry‑leading tech stacks, continuous learning programs, and a focus on impact. Remote and hybrid options are available for many roles, and the firm rewards innovation with competitive benefits and clear career progression paths.
What types of positions are available at Morgan Stanley?
Morgan Stanley recruits across the tech spectrum: software engineering (Java, Python, C++), data science & analytics, cloud & DevOps (AWS, GCP), cybersecurity, product management, UX/UI design, and emerging AI/ML roles. Positions range from entry‑level to senior leadership, all integrated with the firm’s investment banking and wealth‑management services.
How can I stand out as an applicant at Morgan Stanley?
Showcase demonstrable impact by linking technical projects to business outcomes—e.g., building a trading algorithm that reduced latency or a data pipeline that improved risk metrics. Leverage open‑source contributions, certifications (AWS, GCP, security), and articulate how your skill set solves Morgan Stanley’s specific challenges. Prepare for rigorous coding tests and business‑case interviews, and network with current hires through alumni groups or industry meetups.

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