C++ Algo Trading Developer, VP P4, IST BXS

We are seeking senior developer to join Morgan Stanley's Algorithmic trading technology team in Asia. The ideal candidate will have strong C++, experience in large-scale real-time systems, deep knowledge of data structures and algorithms, problem solving skills, and good communication skills. The candidate will be responsible for the analysis, design, implementation, testing and deployment of strategic and tactical solutions for execution strategies, improving scalability, performance and efficiency of the strategies.

These roles are key to the Algorithmic trading technology group. We are launching a global initiative to renovate our current benchmark trading platform, which offers a variety of Algos to our clients and internal users, such as VWAP/TWAP/ArrivalPrice/Close etc. At a high level, the mission for this role over the next couple of years includes: the development of high performance electronic trading applications as part of a global strategic Algo/Electronic trading plant renovation; the evolution and adoption of core application infrastructure ranging from development and testing services, continuous delivery, to high performance, resilient and scalable runtime services and libraries. This candidate will also work closely with our business partners in sales and trading, risk management, compliance, operations, research/quant and other technology teams at Morgan Stanley.

• Strong C++ skills with 8+ years of experience writing production code
• Proficiency with Unix/Linux and multicast networking.
• Knowledge and experience on agile software development practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience developing client-server, distributed, real-time, performance-critical, highly available, or large-scale systems

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 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.

Client-provided location(s): Hong Kong

Job ID: Morgan-549786202941

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-07-25T22:16:54