Full-Stack Tech Lead Python

PowerToFly; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Montreal seeks a Full-Stack Tech Lead - Python to drive data visualization projects and develop innovative applications. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in Python and JavaScript, deep knowledge of database design, and a proven track record of leading software development efforts. This role emphasizes collaboration within a hybrid work environment that supports both remote and in-office work.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years of Python experience in systems/software development.
• Practical experience with design and implementation of Object-Oriented Python applications.
• Experience in systems/software development using JavaScript/Angular.

Responsibilities

• Analyze development requirements and write technical specifications.
• Develop, test, and maintain object-oriented Python modules and reporting scripts.
• Collaborate with other enterprise infrastructure and technology teams.

Skills

Object Oriented Python

SQL

JavaScript

Angular

Unix/Linux

Tools

Autosys

Sybase

Job description

We're seeking someone to join our Enterprise Z Tools team as a Full-Stack Tech Lead - Python who is a strong team player with great interpersonal and communication skills. You will also drive complex data visualization projects from conceptual design through all development and test stages to completion.

The Enterprise Z Tools Team develops new applications and tools that assist the Enterprise Z Department in their support of the Wealth Management (WM) and Institutional Securities Group (ISG) business units, as well as the various Development teams that provide day-to-day Mainframe System support. The team provides support and enhancements of many existing in-house developed applications and tools.

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.

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:

• Analyze development requirements and write technical specifications
• Participate in the technical design and implementation of software development
• Develop, test, and maintain object-oriented Perl/Python modules, application, and reporting scripts
• Create and modify database objects like tables, views, stored procedures, and triggers
• Maintain and support existing tools and work with users while troubleshooting issues
• Work with customers and stakeholders to locate and access required data in multiple enterprise systems/data sources, as well as write queries to collect this data and make it available
• Create and maintain complex SQL queries and integrate them into Python scripts
• Develop, test, and maintain JavaScript/Angular user interfaces
• Create and maintain Autosys jobs
• Follow best practices and deliver using an end-to-end quality approach
• Work with other developers in other locations to analyze, improve and fix existing software components
• Estimate accurate timelines for delivery of development work for the client
• Manage multiple projects at once and client expectations on their deliverables
• Collaborate with other enterprise infrastructure and technology teams as required
• Document development work, user guides, internal documentation, and release notes

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Minimum of 7+ years of Python experience in systems/software development in a Unix/Linux environment,
• Practical experience with design and implementation of Object-Oriented Python applications
• Practical experience with both using and writing Python modules
• Minimum of 7+ years of JavaScript/Angular experience in systems/software development in a Unix/Linux environment
• Database design and development experience, preferably in Sybase
• Required Technologies:
  • Object Oriented Python - Advanced Level
  • Sybase - Very strong level with an ability to write complex SQL queries
  • JavaScript - Advanced Level
  • Angular - Advanced Level
  • Unix/Linux - Int Advanced intermediate Level
  • Autosys - Intermediate Level of JIL knowledge and creating complex Autosys jobs, boxes, and file watchers
• Experience of one or more of the following is desirable:
  • Perl
  • HTML5
  • RCS/GIT
  • jQuery
  • Performance Management
  • Agile Framework
  • Jira

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:

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