C++ Developer (Hybrid)

Morgan Stanley; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley in Montreal is seeking a C++ Developer for the ALGO team to design, develop, and maintain high-performance Linux applications for electronic trading, delivering innovations to sustain leadership.

You will participate in design sessions, drive testing, and collaborate across teams, with hybrid work, bilingual requirements (French and English), and a strong focus on low-latency, scalable software.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience designing and developing C++ applications in a Linux environment.
• Strong CS fundamentals and understanding of software architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications in a Linux environment.
• Participate in code design sessions and reviews.
• Develop, execute, and support testing activities.
• Collaborate with team members to solve complex technical challenges.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to make independent technical decisions.
• Utilize scripting and automation tools to support development and operational processes.
• Leverage AI tools to improve productivity, development workflows, and software quality.

Skills

C++

Linux

Python scripting

Agile methodologies

CI/CD

Low Latency trading

Team collaboration

Communication

Tools

Git

Job description

We’re seeking someone to join our Ultra-Low-Latency and Exchange Connectivity (ULE) team as a C++ Developer in ALGO to drive and deliver software and functional innovations to maintain industry leadership and competitive advantage in the electronic trading space.

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 Software Engineering III 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, always 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, develop, and maintain C++ applications in a Linux environment.


• Participate in code design sessions and code reviews to drive high-quality, maintainable software solutions.


• Develop, execute, and support testing activities to ensure software reliability, performance, and stability.


• Collaborate closely with team members to solve complex technical challenges and deliver business-critical functionality.


• Apply sound engineering judgment to make independent technical decisions and resolve issues effectively.


• Utilize scripting and automation tools to support development and operational processes.


• Leverage modern AI tools to improve productivity, development workflows, and software quality.

What You'll Bring To The Role

• 4+ years of experience in designing and developing C++ applications in a Linux environment.


• Understanding of software architecture principles and strong computer science fundamentals.


• Experience working with agile methodologies and continuous integration/delivery practices.


• Proficiency in Python scripting.


• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Familiarity and adaptability to utilize modern AI tools.


• Experience working on Low Latency trading systems is 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.