VP, Algorithmic Trading Systems & Market-Making

Morgan-Stanley

Greater London

On-site

GBP 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Morgan Stanley in London seeks an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join the algo trading team. You will build and enhance trading strategies and engines using core Java, working alongside trading, quant and IT teams to push the platform forward.

The role focuses on high-volume, low-latency, scalable systems, with responsibilities spanning design, development and deployment within a fast-moving IT/quant environment. Strong problem solving and collaboration are essential.

Job description

Morgan Stanley in London seeks an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join the algo trading team. You will build and enhance trading strategies and engines using core Java, working alongside trading, quant and IT teams to push the platform forward.

The role focuses on high-volume, low-latency, scalable systems, with responsibilities spanning design, development and deployment within a fast-moving IT/quant environment. Strong problem solving and collaboration are essential.

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