Java FullStack Developer (Hybrid)

PowerToFly; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley in Montreal is seeking a Java Full Stack Developer to lead design, development and delivery of risk technology solutions for enterprise-wide risk management and regulatory reporting in a hybrid work environment.

The role focuses on end-to-end web applications, scalable microservices, REST APIs, and database optimization, requiring strong Java, frontend (Angular/React), SQL skills and experience in Unix/Linux environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Java and full-stack development.
• Strong knowledge of Java, frontend (Angular/React/Javascript).
• Experience with Snowflake and Oracle/DB2 databases; SQL optimization.
• Unix/Linux, shell scripting and data processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and build end-to-end web applications across UI, APIs, and data layers.
• Develop scalable microservices and modern architecture patterns.
• Create REST APIs and data exchange using JSON and other formats.
• Model database schemas and optimize SQL for large-scale platforms.
• Support batch/event-driven processing with focus on concurrency and performance.
• Collaborate with agile squads to deliver solutions and drive improvements.

Skills

Java

Full stack development

Angular/React/Javascript

SQL & database

Unix/Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Snowflake

Oracle/DB2

Git

Job description

We’re seeking someone to join our team as a Java Full Stack Developer to lead the design, development, and delivery of mission-critical risk technology solutions that support enterprise-wide risk management, regulatory reporting, and business growth across a global financial services environment.

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 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 and build end-to-end web applications across the full technology stack, including user interfaces, APIs, and data layers.

• Develop scalable and resilient solutions using modern application architecture and microservices patterns.

• Create and maintain REST APIs and data exchange services leveraging multiple data formats including JSON, flat files, and columnar data structures.

• Design metadata-driven and configuration-based solutions to enable flexibility and ease of change.

• Model and implement database schemas, optimize complex SQL queries, and improve database performance across large-scale platforms.

• Develop and support batch and event-driven processing solutions with a focus on concurrency, data integrity, and performance.

• Collaborate with agile squads to deliver high-quality software solutions and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Participate in testing, deployment, production support, and knowledge-sharing activities to ensure operational excellence.

What you'll bring to the role:

• At least 5+ years' relevant experience in Java and FullStack

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with the mentioned relevant years of professional experience as a developer in the data and analytics space.

• Strong experience with object-oriented languages: Java

• Strong experience with user interface design & development using Angular, React, Javascript etc.

• Strong experience in database development (Snowflake, Oracle/Sybase/DB2) in designing schema, complex procedures, complex data scripts, query authoring (SQL), and performance optimization.

• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to analyze and understand data

• Strong knowledge of software development and the system implementation life cycle is a must.

• Experience developing, testing & supporting multi-tier technology architectures.

• Should be comfortable with Unix / Linux, shell-scripting, Excel.

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.