Java Developer

We're seeking someone to join our team as a Java/Scala Dev in Prime Brokerage & Secured Funding Tech to deliver on Prime Brokerage Financing Priorities.

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 a Lead Development position at Director level, which is part of the Software Engineering job family responsible for:
• Communicate regularly with product leads across the technology organization and discuss opportunities for improvement to existing and future technology solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and vision for software development projects.

• Define technical architecture and roadmap for large-scale, mission-critical systems.
• Establish and communicate departmental goals and objectives aligned with business priorities.
• Lead a team of software engineers, providing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Manage resource allocation, project timelines, and budget for software development initiatives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the team.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Oversee the execution of software development projects, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
• Drive the recruitment and retention of top technical talent for the team.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape technology strategy and roadmap.
• Represent the software engineering team in cross-functional discussions and planning sessions.

What you'll bring to the role:
• Ability to effectively manage multiple functions or guide junior staff and initiatives.
• Advanced understanding of business line and discipline with some knowledge of competitive environment and other disciplines.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of leading high-performance engineering teams.
• Strategic planning and execution of engineering projects.
• Ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives.
• Strong people management skills and fostering a collaborative team culture.
• Experience in budgeting, resource allocation, and project governance.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

At least 6 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.

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 $140,000 and $180,000 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.