Senior Software Engineer (Java/Scala)

We’re seeking someone to join our team as a Senior Software Engineer in Equity Structured Products Trading, who will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, solution design, development, testing, and support of applications. 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 Director Software Engineering role, which is part of the job family responsible for creating front-to-back solutions for capturing and processing complex equity derivative product data. 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: Perform daily hands-on software development and deliver high-quality code. Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, solution design, architecture, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support. Perform daily hands-on software development, writing high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code using modern engineering practices. Design, develop, and enhance new and existing applications and components that support the Equity Structured Products Trading business. Investigate production and non-production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement robust solutions to improve system stability, performance, and reliability. Collaborate with traders, business users, business analysts, and fellow engineers to understand requirements and translate them into effective technology solutions. Work closely with a globally distributed development team across New York, London, Budapest, Bangalore, Mumbai, and Hong Kong. Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable, resilient, and loosely coupled distributed systems. Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and architecture decisions while promoting engineering best practices. Support Agile development processes and DevOps principles, taking ownership of software quality and operational excellence. Continuously improve existing systems, identify optimization opportunities, and contribute to the strategic evolution of the platform. What you'll bring to the role: 5+ years of software development experience using JVM-based technologies, preferably in a multinational or global organization. Experience with Scala or a strong desire and aptitude to learn and work with Scala. Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, distributed systems, and modern software engineering principles. Proven experience designing and developing scalable systems composed of loosely coupled and interoperable components. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve complex technical issues. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Experience working within Agile development environments. Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and production support activities. Interest in financial markets and the technology that powers trading businesses. #BPTECH #LI-hybrid #LI-RG1 WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 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. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste into your browser. Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Flexible work statement Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents. Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. For more information, please visit: .