Java Developer - FX eTrading Services (Hybrid)
3 days ago• Montreal, Canada
We're seeking someone to join our team as a Java Developer to deliver foundational technology solutions that power Morgan Stanley's industry-leading Foreign Exchange (FX) electronic trading (eTrading) platform and support the continued evolution of a high-performance global trading business.
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 Engineering position at Director level, which is part of the job family responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions that support business needs.
Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, continuously 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:
- Design and develop microservices supporting pricing, trade capture, and control applications, including regulatory-focused functionality.
- Lead the architecture, development, and enhancement of distributed Java-based platforms and services.
- Drive technical strategy and influence engineering direction across server-side application development initiatives.
- Promote software engineering best practices, including testing, code quality, automation, and development tooling.
- Adopt and leverage AI-enabled tools within the Firm to improve productivity, reduce technical debt, and enhance delivery throughput.
- Contribute actively to architecture reviews, technical design discussions, and code reviews.
- Lead and support all phases of the software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment.
- Partner with business and technology stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
- Support major production events, provide timely issue resolution, and drive long-term improvements based on operational feedback.
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What you'll bring to the role:
- 6+ years of experience in Java and proficiency with distributed server-side application development.
- Experience in Spring, web services, RESTful APIs, relational databases, and middleware technologies.
- Experience in designing and delivering scalable microservices and enterprise-grade software solutions.
- Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across business and technology teams.
- Experience working or a desire to work in the financial industry and knowledge of FX products and related business processes are a plus.
All our positions are located in Montreal, Quebec. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining remote work and attendance in the office.
Knowledge of French and English is required.
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 opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo .
Client-provided location(s): Montreal, Canada
Job ID: Morgan-PT-JR041708
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-08-11T18:37:17
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- FSA
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- HSA
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Return-to-Work Program
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)