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Lead Java Developer (Hybrid)

Yesterday Montreal, Canada

We're seeking someone to join our Secured Financing Technology team as a Lead Java Developer in Prime Brokerage & Sec Fin Tech Developer to lead a team of developers building captivating, robust, highly scalable, time sensitive and cloud ready transaction processing systems in a modern technology stack, working as part of a global fleet.

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 Vice President 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, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

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Interested in joining a team that's eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on...

What you'll do in the role:

  • Collaborate with clients (external), internal users and onshore/offshore teams in delivering state-of-the transaction processing platform.
  • Be involved with developing our platform including electronic trading, capture of assets, processing and matching engines, workflow and rules engines, facilitate clearing and settlement, deliveries in/out of multiple assets - adapting and customizing them.
  • Lead a squad of developers and provide guidance and mentorship to ensure delivery of new functionality for users and help grow members of the team.


What you'll bring to the role:

  • At least 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong architecture, design and implementation fundamentals for domain/event/message driven architecture and REST services.
  • Strong experience in developing enterprise-level systems using Java / Spring, including automated testing.
  • Strong experience in implementing multi-threaded applications and performance analysis.
  • Experience leading a team of developers; working as part of a global team a big plus.
  • Hands on experience with modern distributed technologies such as messaging brokers (e.g. Kafka) and distributed caching solutions.
  • Experience with relational databases.
  • Understanding of Docker and container orchestration.


At Morgan Stanley Montreal, we support the Firm's global businesses and infrastructure with cutting edge technology and innovation. The multi-faceted and highly technical Montreal team plays a critical role in building and maintaining our leading technology platform, including electronic trading, algorithm trading, cloud engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity and AI/ML. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Montreal community since 2008 and is considered a leading employer among the area's highly skilled technology talent. There's ample opportunity to move across the businesses for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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.

Build a career with impact. Visit morganstanley.com for more information.

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.

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.

Client-provided location(s): Montreal, Canada
Job ID: Morgan-PT-JR016003
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-16T18:36:19

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)