JAVA Lead - Vice President  - Software Engineering

We’re seeking someone to join our team as (Vice President), part of the Unified Middle office initiative in the Wealth Management Technology division. The person will be responsible for designing, developing, and building new and manage the internally developed applications in the analytics and data technology department. As part of our IT team, person will work closely with developers to ensure system consistency and collaborate with business, technology teams and clients to provide technical support and identify new requirements.

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Wealth Management Technology is responsible for the design, development, delivery, and support of the technical solutions behind the products and services used by the Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Business. Practice areas include: Analytics, Intelligence, & Data Technology (AIDT), Client Platforms, Core Technology Services (CTS), Financial Advisor Platforms, Global Banking Technology (GBT), Investment Solutions Technology (IST), Institutional Wealth and Corporate Solutions Technology (IWCST), Technology Delivery Management (TDM), User Experience (UX), and the CAO team. 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 Engineer position at Vice President Level, which is part of the job family responsible for developing and maintains 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, development, and delivery of scalable, enterprise-grade reporting and analytics solutions as part of a greenfield project, driving the build vs. buy evaluation and multiple POCs.

• Architect and implement robust software systems using Java, and other modern technologies, ensuring best practices in SDLC, code quality, and performance.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to define requirements, evaluate tools, and deliver innovative solutions aligned with business goals.

• Drive the adoption of GenAI, Copilot, and AI-driven development practices to enhance automation, reporting, and developer productivity, including design, code completion, review, and automated test case generation.

• Mentor and lead a high-performing team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and innovation.

• Manage stakeholder relationships, communicate project status, and proactively address risks and challenges.

• Promote agile methodologies, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines for efficient and reliable software delivery.

• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends and champion their adoption where relevant.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong background in Java (Spring Boot, REST APIs, etc.) as the primary skill.

• Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and modern SDLC practices.

• Proven experience building and scaling enterprise-level applications, preferably in cloud environments.

• Proficiency in additional languages and frameworks (Python, SQL, databases, etc.) and ability to quickly learn new tech stacks as needed.

• Demonstrated experience leveraging GenAI, Copilot, or AI-based tools for software development, automation, or reporting, including automated testing and code review.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Experience leading and motivating high-performing teams and managing stakeholder relationships in a global environment.

• Mandatory: Prior experience in finance, investment banking, or related domains.

• Business acumen and ability to drive innovation and business impact through technology.

• Experience with automated testing and testing frameworks.

• At least 6 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role. 

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.

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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.