This Lead Software Engineering position at Morgan Stanley focuses on developing and maintaining software solutions for fixed income electronic trading. The role requires a Senior Java developer who will take ownership of assignments from requirements gathering to rollout. The candidate will work closely with clients, including traders and sales representatives, to ensure the application meets business needs. The position emphasizes innovation and collaboration within a diverse team environment.

• 6+ years of relevant experience in software development.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of core/server-side Java and object-oriented programming.
• Experience with fixed income electronic trading, particularly in Rates (US Treasuries or Swaps).
• Previous experience with B2C Exchanges or B2B Venues.
• Willingness to communicate directly with clients and other technology partners.

• Develop and maintain software solutions that support business needs.
• Take full ownership of assignments from requirements gathering to rollout.
• Add business logic, new services, and perform maintenance and bug fixes.
• Engage in QA automation and framework development.
• Collaborate with team members as an individual contributor.
• Learn and work with other technologies as business objectives require.

• Morgan Stanley offers extensive benefits that support employees’ careers, health, finances, and families, including top-tier medical coverage, mental health support, generous parental leave, fertility and family-building benefits, and robust retirement and stock purchase plans. Employees also gain access to continuous learning and networking opportunities, volunteer and giving programs aligned with the firm’s values, and hundreds of lifestyle perks like discounted products, cultural and entertainment tickets, and commuter savings.