C++ Developer (multiple opportunities)

Morgan Stanley; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking multiple C++ Developers in Montreal to work across various domains including Algorithmic trading, Risk Technologies, and more. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with several years of relevant experience in C++. Knowledge of Unix/Linux and communication skills are critical. We encourage applicants with exposure to real-time applications and financial systems. Join a team that prioritizes innovation and impact, while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Opportunity for career mobility

Supportive and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Several years of professional work experience with C++.
• Good knowledge of Unix/Linux.
• Excellent communication skills.

Skills

C++

Unix

Linux

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

STL

Boost

Multithreading

Python

Perl

Scala

Shell scripting

SQL

Sybase

DB2

Greenplum

Job description

Join to apply for the C++ Developer (multiple opportunities) role at Morgan Stanley

Join to apply for the C++ Developer (multiple opportunities) role at Morgan Stanley

We are currently looking to fill multiple C++ Developer positions across the Montreal office. From opportunities in Algorithmic trading to Risk Technologies, Fixed Income Derivatives and everything in between, our C++ Development teams in Montreal service several business lines.

Our teams are hiring for various levels of experience, so whether you only have a few years of experience, or are a Senior Developer, Technical Lead or Team Lead, we want to speak with you!

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…

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• Several years of professional work experience with C++
• Good knowledge of Unix / Linux
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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 building real time applications in C++ using STL / Boost / Multithreading for the Unix / Linux platform
• Experience with Python, Perl, Scala or Shell scripting
• Experience with SQL, Sybase, DB2, Greenplum
• Experience developing client-server, distributed, real-time, performance-critical, highly available, or large-scale systems
• Knowledge of trading, risk and pricing systems for Fixed Income Securities and FX market data exchanges.
• Knowledge of financial technologies (e.g. FIX protocol) and business applications
• Knowledge of low latency techniques like kernel bypass, RDMA, shared memory data structure, core pinning
• Knowledge and experience on agile software development practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of financial modelling
• Delivery / Project management experience

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, data analytics, cloud engineering, cybersecurity and digital technologies.

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.

Knowledge of French and English is required.

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.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Morgan Stanley by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Software Engineer” roles.

Junior Software Engineer - Full-Stack System Design

Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area 1 month ago

Software Engineer (Python) - Elite FinTech Firm - Up to $200k CAD

Junior Software Engineer (1-5 years) - Python or C++ - Hybrid working - Up to $160,000 CAD Base (+Bonus)

Full-Stack Software Engineer [Contract] [Remote possible]

Frontend Developer (multiple opportunities)

Software Engineer, Intermediate or Senior

Software Developer Intern (Solutions Engineering team), Fall 2025

Software Developer (Python) : $220k + Bonus (Elite Fintech)!

Software Engineer - Elite FinTech - Up to $200k CAD First Year Comp - Montreal

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

J-18808-Ljbffr

Create a job alert for this search