Vice President - Fixed Income/Municipal Securities Software Engineer

Morgan Stanley • New York, NY

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About The Position

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 Principal 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. We're seeking someone to join our team as a software engineer in FICFX. The Municipal Securities Division's Technology Team has an opening as we rebuild our entire trading tech stack for both flow and remarketing trading businesses. We are looking for a strong Java or Scala Developer with 8+ years of Fixed Income industry experience. The role will include a combination of long-term strategic development and shorter-term business focused development on this new platform. The main focus will be to deliver increased automation to the trading desks and expand electronic trading capabilities. The role would be expected to gain expertise in several components of this platform and take full ownership of projects from requirements gathering to roll-out. The successful candidate requires a strong technical background. The candidate will be expected to code, deliver software, and work closely with our clients on both sales and trading.

Requirements

• 8+ years of Fixed Income industry experience.
• Strong Java or Scala coding skills.
• Desire to build modern, testable, and observable software.
• Good knowledge of microservices architecture.
• Good knowledge of SQL/Relational Databases.
• Experience in executing IT strategy, delivery and complex initiatives.
• Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner to technology and business leadership.
• Advanced understanding of functional area and competent understanding of competitive environment.
• Good communication skills and be able to explain complex IT problems in simple, businesslike terminology for ease of user understanding.
• Experience supporting distributed systems in a highly complex, high-urgency environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot / follow a methodical approach to problem resolution.
• Good problem-solving, result-focused, can-do attitude and strong focus to keep the business running and competitive.
• Comfortable with direct interaction with the non-technical staff.
• Highly motivated, analytical thinking individual, who can work in a demanding, multi-tasking environment.
• Familiarity with Fixed Income concepts (including interest and bond calculations).
• At least 8 years' relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new ideas and/or policies in own area.
• Analyze multiple sets of information to create summaries for various stakeholders.
• Deliver increased automation to the trading desks and expand electronic trading capabilities.
• Gain expertise in several components of this platform and take full ownership of projects from requirements gathering to roll-out.
• Code, deliver software, and work closely with clients on both sales and trading.

Benefits

• Ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
• Support for employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey.
• Attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal