VP Lead Software Engineer - Java for Algo Trading

Morgan Stanley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in London to develop and support automated trading systems in the Equities domain. You will work with global teams on algorithmic trading strategies, analytical tools and scalable infrastructure.

The role requires strong Java expertise, UNIX/Linux experience, and a focus on low-latency, high-volume systems in a fast-paced IT/quant environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills in UNIX/Linux environments.
• Experience delivering low-latency trading systems or similar real-time platforms.
• Familiarity with version control and CI tools (Git, Jenkins).
• Knowledge of time-series data concepts and KDB+/Q is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance core Java trading engines and strategies.
• Collaborate with product leads and IT teams to improve technology solutions.
• Participate in full software development lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Build scalable, high-volume, data-driven trading infrastructure.

Skills

Core Java

UNIX/Linux

Low latency systems

Git/Jenkins

KDB/time-series

REST API

Tools

Git

Jenkins

KDB

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in London to develop and support automated trading systems in the Equities domain. You will work with global teams on algorithmic trading strategies, analytical tools and scalable infrastructure.

The role requires strong Java expertise, UNIX/Linux experience, and a focus on low-latency, high-volume systems in a fast-paced IT/quant environment.