Vice President Fixed IncomeMunicipal Securities Software Engineer

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.

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Were seeking someone to join our team as a software engineer in FICFX. The Municipal Securities Divisions 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.

What youll do in the role:

• Lead the development of new ideas and/or policies in own area.

• Analyze multiple sets of information to create summaries for various stakeholders.

• Professional development experience: 8 years

• Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering- 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

What youll bring to the role:

• 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.

• Have 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 would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role

This role offers the opportunity to:

Extend your technical knowledge with challenging projects and the use of new technologies. Enjoy access to experts in the wide range of technologies at Morgan Stanley.
Work in an open environment where everyone can express their views and make significant contributions.

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 thats differentiated and weve 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 - arent just beliefs they guide the decisions we make every day to do whats best for our clients communities and more than 80000 employees in 1200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley youll 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. Theres also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150000 and $210000 per year at the commencement of employment. However base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package which depending on the position may also include commission earnings incentive compensation discretionary bonuses other short and long-term incentive packages and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs

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.

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