Lead, Java development (multiple opportunities)
We are currently looking to fill multiple leadership positions for our java development teams across the Montreal office. Our teams are hiring for various types of leaders, so whether you are a teamlead with a few employees, a technical application development manager with multiple globals teams, a technical architect or a seasoned technical leader, we want to speak with you!
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.
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.
Interested in joining a team that's eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on...
As a leader of a Java development team, you will:
- Develop people through coaching, mentoring and management
- Lead projects / initiatives front-to-back from planning, designing, architecting to implementation and go-live.
- Lead the design, development and support of enterprise scale, global applications
- Act as a thought leader in the technical space
- Work closely with business and technology stakeholders
What you'll bring to the role:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
- 8+ years professional work experience in development
- At least 1 year in a leadership position (techlead or teamlead)
- Strong knowledge of Java (enough to mentor / coach other developers)
- Good knowledge of Unix/Linux
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Things to highlight on your resume
While these are not required, we are very interested in speaking with people who have exposure to the following technologies or subjects. Do not hesitate to highlight them on your resume!
- Experience with microservices architecture
- Experience with Spring/Spring Boot
- Experience developing client-server, distributed, real-time, performance-critical, highly available, or large-scale systems
- Hands on experience with modern distributed technologies such as messaging brokers (e.g. MQ, Kafka) and distributed caching solutions (e.g. Redis).
- Experience building real time applications using multithreading
- Experience working with Git
- Experience with IntelliJ or Eclipse IDE
- Experience with Scala/functional programming
- Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps
- Experience with Fullstack Development
- Experience with Elasticsearch
- Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases (ex. Oracle, SQL Server, Sybase, DB2, Snowflake, Mongo)
- Knowledge of fintech protocols (e.g., FIX, Swift protocol)
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.
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)