Director, Lead Software Engineer

Morgan Stanley Asia Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley Asia Limited is seeking an experienced full-stack developer for the Securities Lending Technology team in Hong Kong. You will own end-to-end software delivery across Java/Scala, Spring and Angular, collaborating with regional teams to ensure scalable, robust solutions.

The role emphasizes TDD, strong communication, and the ability to work across time zones with remote teams to deliver high-quality software.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience developing applications using Java/Scala technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Spring.
• Experience with test tools like JUnit, JBehave, Cucumber, Concordion, etc.
• Knowledge of RDBMS databases like DB2.
• Working knowledge of Bitbucket, Git, Jenkins, Unix.
• Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies with a track record of high-quality deliverables.
• Good communication skills and experience working with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Own changes from inception to deployment in production.
• Develop and maintain applications using Java, Scala and Angular.
• Apply TDD and best practices to identify process gaps and improve scalability and stability.
• Collaborate with global teams and remotely dispersed stakeholders to deliver software.

Skills

Java/Scala

Spring

Testing tools (JUnit/JBehave/Cucumber/

SDLC

Communication

Agile Methodology

Financing Industry knowledge

Scala

Tools

Bitbucket

Git

Jenkins

Unix

Job description

Job Location: Hong Kong

About Us

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.

PRIME BROKERAGE AND SECURITIES FINANCING TECHNOLOGY

We provide the technology that supports the core Prime Brokerage functions (custody, client service, reporting, cap intro, sales, finance), the trading and post trade processing of Securities Finance Transactions (SFTs), as well as collateral posting and optimization.

Roles and Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced full stack developer to join the Securities Lending Technology department. The team is a global team with members in New York, London, Budapest, Glasgow, Bangalore, and Hong Kong.

The development team is responsible for the development and maintenance of applications using Java, Scala and Angular.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the entire SDLC, have excellent communication skills and experience working directly with the business. They will need to be self-sufficient and comfortable with building internal networks, both with the business and other technology teams.

They will be expected to own changes all the way from inception to deployment in production. In addition to implementing new functionality, they will use their experience in TDD and best practices to identify process gaps or areas for improvement with a constant focus on scalability and stability.

Candidate should be self-motivated, results oriented and able to multi-task across with different teams and applications. Further the candidate will need to work effectively with remotely dispersed teams as the role will require constant communication across various regional teams.

Required Skills:

At least 6 years of experience in developing application using Java/Scala technologies

Should have hands on experience on spring

Should have experience in test tools like Junit, jbehave, cucumber, concordion, etc.

Knowledge of RDBMS database like DB2.

Working knowledge of bitbucket, git, Jenkins, Unix

Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies with a track record of high-quality deliverables

Good communication skills and experience working with global teams

Desired Skills:

Experience in Financing Industry, preferably in Equity / Prime Brokerage / Equity Swaps / Securities Lending, etc.

Experience with Scala

Agile Methodology

Self-motivated, be able to work independently as well as being a team player

Strong client service focus and willingness to respond to queries and provide

Deliverables within prompt timeframes.

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 is 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.

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.