Java Developer – Software Engineering (Hybrid)

PowerToFly; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in Montreal is seeking a Java Developer to join its Risk and Information Management team. The ideal candidate will lead the design and implementation of complex Java systems, mentor junior developers, and drive technical improvements. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality software through code reviews and collaborating across teams. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience with Core Java and related technologies. This role offers a hybrid work environment and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive team.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Core Java and associated technologies.
• Experience in capturing user requirements and designing a functional solution.
• Hands-on experience in Jenkins CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design and development of complex software systems.
• Collaborate with the team lead to define project plans and implemented solutions.
• Drive technical excellence through code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Core Java

Spring (Boot, Cloud, Security)

Hibernate

JavaScript/TypeScript

JUnit

Object-Oriented Programming

DevOps

Jenkins CI/CD

RESTful APIs

Kafka

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

We're seeking someone to join our Risk and Information Management team as a Java Developer in Non-Financial Risk Technology to Lead the design and implementation of complex Java systems, mentor junior developers, make significant architectural decisions, and drive technical improvements while collaborating across teams to deliver robust enterprise solutions.

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 Java Developer position, for developing and maintaining software solutions that support business needs and requirements.

When joining the team, the candidate will take functional ownership of individual functional stories, components or entire applications depending on the candidate motivation and demonstrated ability to deliver quality work in time. The candidate will have opportunities to develop technical, organizational and managerial skills when leading developments, best practices or quality improvement initiatives. The candidate will also have the opportunity to face clients to understand their requirements and get their feedback on delivered functionality.

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:

• Lead and/or contribute to the design and development of complex software systems and applications.
• Design solutions that meet performance, scalability, and security requirements.
• Drive technical excellence through code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with the team lead to define project plan.
• Implement and advocate for best practices in software engineering and design patterns.
• Contribute to the evaluation and adoption of new tools and technologies.
• Lead efforts to refactor and optimize existing codebase for efficiency and maintainability.
• Maintain and enhance existing software applications to optimize performance and functionality.
• Integrate prepackaged software and services into the bank's technology ecosystem.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends, and tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Core Java, Spring (Boot, Cloud, Security), Hibernate, JavaScript/TypeScript, and JUnit; proven ability to write optimized, efficient, and clean code.
• Deep understanding of Object‑Oriented Programming, Design Patterns, and practical application in designing robust software solutions.
• Proven experience in performance optimization, scalability, and enhancing software quality through code reviews, debugging, and tuning.
• Demonstrated experience in capturing user requirements and designing a functional solution while reusing existing components in place.
• Ability to solve complex problems and break down complex situations into a plan of actionable steps.
• Extensive experience in designing end‑to‑end test scenarios and writing comprehensive unit tests
• Hands‑on experience in Jenkins CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices, including deployment to QA/UAT environments and troubleshooting deployment issues.
• Demonstrated expertise in implementing RESTful HTTP/HTTPS interfaces, microservices architecture, event‑driven systems, and integrating prepackaged software and services.
• Experience in designing data pipelines using event‑driven architecture, including Kafka and Spring web services.
• Demonstrated experience with semantic RDF knowledge graphs, ontologies, and graph databases.
• Experience with large‑scale distributed systems, including building, maintaining, and enhancing software applications for performance, scalability, and security.

At Morgan Stanley Montreal, we support the Firm’s global businesses and infrastructure with cutting edge technology and innovation. The multi‑factual 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.