Morgan Stanley · 4 months ago
Software Engineer – Market and Reference Data
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yrMorgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm that provides a platform for innovative technology solutions in its Wealth Management Technology Division. The Software Engineer role focuses on developing complex Java applications and collaborating with various teams to enhance system capabilities and ensure efficient project execution.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesLending
Responsibilities
Effectively work with the leadership in the PMO, Development, Product Management, Business and Technical Operations, Systems Engineering, Infrastructure, Networks and Architecture teams
Design and develop Java based applications
Acquire a robust understanding of E•TRADE/Morgan Stanley products, services, processes, and organizational structure in order to find optimal solutions and achieve rapid execution of key initiatives
Build services and systems that involve security, scalability as primary consideration
Draft and review architectural diagrams, specifications, business requirements as well as various design documents
Work with our existing technology stack (Java, Linux, Unix, Open-Source Platforms, and SOA) as well as new technologies for our next generation solutions
Create project documents and requirements (presentations, user stories, migration plans, communication plans)
Deliver well instrumented systems that provide insight in Operational Metrics and helps resolving issues
Qualification
Required
Self-motivated, highly organized, team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment with the ability to learn quickly and work independently
Strong experience in Java, Spring, Spring Boot
Experience in developing prototypes, third party service integration
Strong experience with multi-threading and networking protocols (TCP/IP, Multicast)
Practical experience and understanding of low latency messaging middleware
Practical experience working within the Scrum Framework and Agile methodologies
Strong communication with exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills
EDUCATION - BS or MS in Computer Science or related field
Preferred
Experience working with streaming technologies is highly desirable
Experience in the financial markets with understanding of Equities, Futures, Options and Crypto is highly desirable
Experience working with AMQ, Kafka and distributed caching like Hazel Cast solutions is a plus
Practical experience with relational databases (Oracle, Sybase) is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Prescription Drug
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Dependent Day Care Savings Account
Life Insurance
Disability and Other Insurance Plans
Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually)
10 Paid Holidays
401(k)
Short/Long Term Disability
Company
Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley is a financial services company that offers securities, asset management, and credit services.
Founded in 1935
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown1997-02-05IPO
Leadership Team
James Gorman
Chairman and CEO
Wei Christianson
Co-CEO Asia Pacific
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