Assoc, P3, Software Eng III : Job Level - Associate

Company Profile

At Morgan Stanley, we advise, originate trade, manage and distribute capital for governments, institutions and individuals, and always do so with a standard of excellence. We are a leading global financial services firm that conducts its business through three principal business segments-Institutional Securities, Wealth Management (WM), and Investment Management. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.


Our WM business is one of the largest in the world with more than $2 trillion in client assets, $73 billion in lending balances, and nearly 16,000 Financial Advisors in 600+ offices across the U.S. Our Financial Advisors focus on delivering timely, customized solutions and services that help clients meet their financial and life goals. Our offering includes brokerage and investment advisory services, financial and wealth planning, access to credit and lending, cash management, annuities and insurance, and retirement services.


As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.


Department Profile

Wealth Management Product Technology (WMPT) is a dynamic and fast-paced area within the Firm's WM Technology Division. We are responsible for creating innovative technology solutions for the Private Banking Group (PBG), one of the strategic growth areas of the Firm, providing cash management and lending products and services to our WM clients. This includes state-of-the-art technology for a nationwide network of Private Bankers and product specialists who work with Financial Advisors to provide access to products and services such as online banking, cards, deposit products, residential mortgages, securities-based loans and tailored lending. If you are an exceptional individual who is interested in solving complex problems and building sophisticated solutions in a dynamic team environment, WMPT is the place for you.


Position Description:

As part of our strategy to design and implement industry leading applications, WMPT is looking for a mid-level Java Full Stack/JavaScript developer to join a technologically advanced team. Candidate must have expertise in 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 must also be able to contribute towards UI development using React/Angular, web protocols and standards, and associated UI development tools. Candidate will interface on a regular basis with other teams including other 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.


Job Functions/Duties and Responsibilities:

* Hands-on development using Java and related technologies.

* Design and development of Java applications as well as building scalable application based on Microservices architecture.

* Hand-on development using Angular and React

* Work as part of a banking Agile Squad

* Candidate must have good communication skills and have the ability to lead IT deliverables

* Working in the Agile development methodologies, collaborating with business and technology teams located globally.

* Actively contribute and participate in sprint grooming and planning discussions, daily stand-ups, and Agile ceremonies Skills Required:

* 5+ years of hands-on experience in core Java 1.8 or higher, and related technologies.

* Good experience in designing and developing user interfaces using Angular.

* Good working knowledge of Spring, Spring boot and spring security.

* Good understanding of microservices architecture and design principals.

* Good working knowledge of Java EE, Web Services (REST, SOAP, MQ, Tomcat)

* Working experience in the Databases Design, Development, SQL, PL/SQL and Tuning (preferably MS SQL)

* Working experience in understanding of requirements of large enterprise applications (security, entitlements etc.)

* Working experience and very good understanding of Design Patterns

* Good communication skills, should be able to work across both Business Users and IT teams across regions and have the ability to lead IT deliverables

* Experience in working with partners and stakeholders across geography and time zones

* Working experience in agile development methodologies


Skills Desired:

* Working knowledge of Unix/Linux and/or any scripting language

* Working knowledge of Financial market, lending based products and Wealth Management

* Exposure to JIRA or other ALM tools to create a productive, high quality development environment


Educational Qualification:

* Minimum BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field

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 - 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 https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.