Morgan Stanley
Director - Full stack Java Developer
Morgan Stanley, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States, 30239
Software Engineering III – Director
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 Software Engineering III position at the Director level, which is part of the job family responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions that support business needs. Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals.
Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on.
Role Profile As part of the strategy to design and implement industry‑leading applications, the Morgan Stanley WMPT team is looking for a Java developer with good experience on backend services to join a technologically advanced team. Candidate must have expertise in leading design and development of multi‑tiered Java EE‑style applications. Candidate should be fluent in Spring, databases, and database interface layers and associated Java development tools. Candidate will interface on a regular basis with other teams including internal IT teams across Wealth Management, BA team, QA team, and global development team. To be successful, the role will require the individual to understand the banking technology landscape, and to offer creative solutions that integrate current capabilities, vendor capabilities, proprietary system builds, and the ability to adapt to changing business requirements.
What You’ll Do In The Role
Work in an Agile Squad as a full‑stack developer
Review code and contribute to design discussions
Ensure high quality of deliverables while enforcing development best practices
Adhere to application development guidelines and help improve the guidelines; understand and implement security guidelines and best practices
Troubleshoot and resolve errors or critical issues
Mentor junior developers and share knowledge with the team
Demonstrate features built as part of the sprint to business stakeholders
Actively contribute and participate in sprint grooming and planning discussions, daily stand‑ups, and Agile ceremonies
Work on PoCs to adopt newer technologies and frameworks
What You’ll Bring To The Role
5+ years of hands‑on experience in Java/J2EE and related technologies
Hands‑on experience in integrating and working in a Java full‑stack environment
Hands‑on experience in working on multi‑threaded, highly available applications
Hands‑on experience in working in Core Java, Spring, Spring Boot, RESTful web services
Practical experience working with databases (preferably DB2) and database interface layers
Effective communication skills; ability to work across both business users and IT teams across regions and lead IT deliverables
Understanding of agile development methodologies and DevOps practices and tooling
Proven experience working within an Agile framework
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Skills Desired
UNIX (experience in any scripting language)
Prior knowledge of Autosys, Kafka, MQ and other streaming platforms would be useful
Awareness of UI technologies such as JavaScript, CSS, HTML; Angular would be useful
Knowledge of financial markets, banking & wealth management
Experience collaborating with partners and stakeholders across geography & time zones
Exposure to JIRA or other ALM tools to create a productive, high‑quality development environment
Prior experience working in the financial services industry
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 – 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 diverse backgrounds and experiences. We support our employees and their families at every point of their work‑life journey, offering attractive and comprehensive benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move around the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
To learn more about our offices across the globe, please visit https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between
$120,000
and
$160,000
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 may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, short and long‑term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley–sponsored benefit programs.
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).
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
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Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on.
Role Profile As part of the strategy to design and implement industry‑leading applications, the Morgan Stanley WMPT team is looking for a Java developer with good experience on backend services to join a technologically advanced team. Candidate must have expertise in leading design and development of multi‑tiered Java EE‑style applications. Candidate should be fluent in Spring, databases, and database interface layers and associated Java development tools. Candidate will interface on a regular basis with other teams including internal IT teams across Wealth Management, BA team, QA team, and global development team. To be successful, the role will require the individual to understand the banking technology landscape, and to offer creative solutions that integrate current capabilities, vendor capabilities, proprietary system builds, and the ability to adapt to changing business requirements.
What You’ll Do In The Role
Work in an Agile Squad as a full‑stack developer
Review code and contribute to design discussions
Ensure high quality of deliverables while enforcing development best practices
Adhere to application development guidelines and help improve the guidelines; understand and implement security guidelines and best practices
Troubleshoot and resolve errors or critical issues
Mentor junior developers and share knowledge with the team
Demonstrate features built as part of the sprint to business stakeholders
Actively contribute and participate in sprint grooming and planning discussions, daily stand‑ups, and Agile ceremonies
Work on PoCs to adopt newer technologies and frameworks
What You’ll Bring To The Role
5+ years of hands‑on experience in Java/J2EE and related technologies
Hands‑on experience in integrating and working in a Java full‑stack environment
Hands‑on experience in working on multi‑threaded, highly available applications
Hands‑on experience in working in Core Java, Spring, Spring Boot, RESTful web services
Practical experience working with databases (preferably DB2) and database interface layers
Effective communication skills; ability to work across both business users and IT teams across regions and lead IT deliverables
Understanding of agile development methodologies and DevOps practices and tooling
Proven experience working within an Agile framework
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Skills Desired
UNIX (experience in any scripting language)
Prior knowledge of Autosys, Kafka, MQ and other streaming platforms would be useful
Awareness of UI technologies such as JavaScript, CSS, HTML; Angular would be useful
Knowledge of financial markets, banking & wealth management
Experience collaborating with partners and stakeholders across geography & time zones
Exposure to JIRA or other ALM tools to create a productive, high‑quality development environment
Prior experience working in the financial services industry
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 – 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 diverse backgrounds and experiences. We support our employees and their families at every point of their work‑life journey, offering attractive and comprehensive benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move around the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
To learn more about our offices across the globe, please visit https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between
$120,000
and
$160,000
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 may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, short and long‑term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley–sponsored benefit programs.
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).
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
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