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US Interest Rate Swaps Algorithmic Trading Strategist
The US IRS Algo Trading team builds advanced models and systems that power trading in USD interest rate swaps. As a strategist on the team, you’ll design, develop, and deploy automated trading solutions that span pricing, hedging, execution, and risk management. This is a high-impact role with strong visibility—you’ll collaborate closely with bookrunners and technology, contribute directly to the desk’s performance, and see your work make a tangible difference.
What You’ll Do
Lead initiatives across the full lifecycle of electronic trading — from research and modeling to back-testing, deployment, and performance optimization.
Partner with bookrunners and fellow strats to identify opportunities and deliver meaningful quantitative and technical enhancements.
Collaborate with technology teams to develop solutions that are robust, scalable, and production-ready.
Contribute both as a quantitative modeler and hands‑on developer, continually improving our automated trading capabilities.
What We’re Looking For
2–5 years of experience in a quantitative role.
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
Strong programming skills in Python.
Familiarity with Java or other object‑oriented languages is a plus.
Experience with KDB/q.
Exposure to Unix/Linux environments.
Solid analytical and problem‑solving skills, with sharp attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
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 our decisions every day. The firm supports employees and their families throughout their work‑life journey, offering attractive benefits and opportunities to evolve across a global network of more than 80,000 employees.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $200,000 for Associate and between $160,000 and $250,000 for Vice President. Base pay will be determined individually and is only part of the total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, and other benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet). 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, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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What You’ll Do
Lead initiatives across the full lifecycle of electronic trading — from research and modeling to back-testing, deployment, and performance optimization.
Partner with bookrunners and fellow strats to identify opportunities and deliver meaningful quantitative and technical enhancements.
Collaborate with technology teams to develop solutions that are robust, scalable, and production-ready.
Contribute both as a quantitative modeler and hands‑on developer, continually improving our automated trading capabilities.
What We’re Looking For
2–5 years of experience in a quantitative role.
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
Strong programming skills in Python.
Familiarity with Java or other object‑oriented languages is a plus.
Experience with KDB/q.
Exposure to Unix/Linux environments.
Solid analytical and problem‑solving skills, with sharp attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
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 our decisions every day. The firm supports employees and their families throughout their work‑life journey, offering attractive benefits and opportunities to evolve across a global network of more than 80,000 employees.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $200,000 for Associate and between $160,000 and $250,000 for Vice President. Base pay will be determined individually and is only part of the total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, and other benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet). 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, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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