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FULL_TIME
5-10

Java Fullstack Developer_Director_Software Engineering

1/10/2026

The candidate will be responsible for the hands-on design and development of core Java applications while mentoring less experienced team members. They will also analyze user requirements and interface with global teams to ensure high-quality code delivery.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in 42 countries, our firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals. We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have always defined the firm and everything we do is guided by our five core values: Do the right thing, put clients first, lead with exceptional ideas, commit to diversity and inclusion, and give back. All interactions on/with this account are subject to the Social Media Important Information https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/social-media-important-information which includes Morgan Stanley’s Privacy Pledge and relevant disclaimers/disclosures. By interacting with this account, you consent to the retention and monitoring of your interactions.
About the Role

Profile Description

We’re seeking someone to join our Enterprise Technology team as a Java Full stack Developer, in Workforce Technology & Services to work with business stakeholders to fullfill the requirements and supporting solutions using JavaScript, Java, Python, Sybase. To be successful in this role, the candidate must be eager to create robust, well-tested solutions that satisfy real business problems, possess good problem-solving skills, and take ownership of items independently while tracking to closure. The candidate will liaise with global teams to understand requirements, develop high quality code, and deliver projects.

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 Director position that develops 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:

  • Responsible for the hands-on design and development of core Java applications.

  • Mentor less experienced team members, led by example, and produce high quality code while adhering to development best practices.

  • Ensure developed code is in alignment with system architecture and integration design standards, working with an enterprise framework.

  • Analyze user requirements, envision system features and functionality.

  • Interface with global team of developers and business users.

  • Produce proof of concept in the new areas of development.

  • Participate in design discussions and contribute to the architecture process.

  • Investigate production issues.

  • Provide technical support for debugging web applications, database, and assistance to production systems. The candidate will support continuous improvement of the automated systems.

  • Participate in all aspects of SDLC (analysis, design, coding, testing and implementation)

  • Actively contribute and participate in design and architecture discussions, daily stand-ups, and Agile Sprint planning sessions.

What you’ll bring to the role:

  • At least 4+ years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.    

  • Hands-on professional experience using Core Java, Java Restful APIs, Spring, Spring Boot, Angular/React and related frameworks.

  • Experience working with geographically dispersed teams that fall across different time zones.

  • Solid understanding and experience with Object-Oriented design and development

  • Experience in building server-side applications using J2EE Technologies.

  • Proficient with database technologies, including modelling and performance tuning.

  • Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments.

  • Experienced with JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD) using Concordion framework, and Behaviour Driven Development using Cucumber and Gherkin.

  • Competency with source control (preferably Git) and Continuous Integration tools such as Jenkins.

  • Practiced understanding of Agile development methodologies & understanding of DevOps Integration

  • Strong familiarity with Agile software/tools (e.g., JIRA, etc.).

  • The ability to write reusable, optimized, maintainable code that is well documented and follows industry  standard best practices

  • Excellent problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills: ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner, across all stakeholder groups and with staff from junior to senior levels

  • Prior work experience with cloud-based applications

  • Educational Qualification: Minimum BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

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.

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.

Key Skills
JavaJavaScriptPythonSybaseSpringSpring BootAngularReactJ2EEDatabase TechnologiesUnixJUnitTDDAgileDevOpsGit
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