Lead Software Engineer
About The Position
We're seeking someone to join our Investment Banking & Global Capital Markets Technology team as a Lead Java Developer in the Advisory Sales & Distribution Super Department to build innovation solutions to support the complex and evolving needs of our businesses in Institutional Securities Group. 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 Software Engineering position at the Vice President 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.
Requirements
- Ability to effectively manage multiple functions and guide junior staff and initiatives.
- Advanced understanding of business line and discipline with some knowledge of competitive environment and other disciplines.
- Ability to analyse and assess technical requirements, risks, & constraints to inform decisions and prioritize tasks accordingly.
- Proficient in Java software development tools & technologies, strong technical background to be on-hands and guide and support team members.
- Strong problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges and drive innovation within the software engineering team.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing and leading software development teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.
- Strong understanding of software development methodologies, such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps, with the ability to implement best practices.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and executives.
- Proven track record in strategic planning, resource allocation, and project management to drive successful software development initiatives.
- At least 6 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.
Responsibilities
- Drive innovation and excellence in software design and architecture, promoting best practices and ensuring high quality software development.
- Lead a software engineering team and continue to be hands-on engineer, overseeing project portfolios and deliverables.
- Communicate regularly with product leads across the technology organization and discuss opportunities for improvement to existing and future technology solutions.
- Partner with business leaders to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.
- Act as a Technical thought leader, staying current on industry trends and advancements to drive continuous improvement.
- Define and implement strategies for optimizing software development processes and workflows.
- Provide strategic direction for software engineering function, setting long-term objectives.
- Evaluate and recommend tools, platforms, and methodologies to improve efficiency.
- Represent the software engineering function in executive meetings and planning sessions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
