Software Engineer

We're seeking someone to join our team as a Software Engineer in Finance Technology. 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 Software Engineer position at Director level, which is part of the job family responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions that support business needs. 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: Lead the design and development of complex software systems and applications. Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance and direction. Architect solutions that meet performance, scalability, and security requirements. Drive technical excellence through code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project roadmap and technical strategy. Implement and advocate for best practices in software engineering and design patterns. Contribute to the evaluation and adoption of new tools and technologies. Lead efforts to refactor and optimize existing codebase for efficiency and maintainability. Maintain and enhance existing software applications to optimize performance and functionality. Integrate prepackaged software and services into the bank's technology ecosystem. Conduct code reviews, debugging, and performance tuning to ensure software quality and reliability. Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends, and tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement. What you'll bring to the role: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Extensive experience in designing and implementing complex test scenarios. Strong proficiency in software design and architecture. Experience with large-scale distributed systems. Mentorship of junior team members and code review expertise. Expertise in performance optimization and scalability. Ability to drive technical initiatives and provide leadership. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills 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 https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ 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