Software Engineering - Executive Director - Parametric

Morgan Stanley; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley seeks a Director, Software Engineering to lead the Core Operations Platform, combining technical leadership with project management and team development.

This role supports a hybrid work model, requiring presence in the office three days a week while allowing for remote work on other days. Ideal candidates will have 15+ years of software development experience and strong leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of hands-on development experience managing technical projects.
• 7+ years supervising software development teams.
• 10+ years developing scalable solutions with advanced programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology roadmap for the Core Operations Platform.
• Lead the design and delivery of solutions supporting account onboarding and operational workflows.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing engineering team.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Software development

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

.Net

Java

Job description

About the Role

As Director, Software Engineering at Parametric, you will provide technical leadership, project management, process development, training, support, and technology vision for the Core Operations Platform. This platform integrates client and market operations processes for Account Onboarding, Activities, Reconciliation, and Reporting. You will design and develop solutions across Direct Indexing business priorities, partnering with Data Services, Portfolio Management, Client Relationship Group, Market Operations, and Digital teams to enable efficient onboarding, risk minimization, and portfolio analytics.

This role is part of Parametric's hybrid working model, requiring office presence 3 days a week and optional remote work for remaining days.

Primary Responsibilities

• Strategy & Vision
  • Define and execute the technology roadmap for the Core Operations Platform.
  • Drive architecture and technology decisions that promote scalability, resiliency, security, and operational efficiency.
  • Contribute to and help advance the AI and automation strategy for the Core Operations Platform.
• Product & Delivery Execution
  • Lead the design, development, and delivery of technology solutions supporting account onboarding, operational workflows, reconciliation, reporting, and client servicing.
  • Champion engineering best practices, including software quality, automation, performance optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Business Engagement & Stakeholder Partnership
  • Partner closely with Operations, Client Relationship Group, Digital, Data Services, and Portfolio Management Technology teams.
  • Translate business needs into technology strategies that improve user experience, operational efficiency, and risk management.
• People Leadership & Organizational Development
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing engineering team.
  • Recruit, mentor, and retain top talent while supporting career development and succession planning.
• Governance, Risk & Operational Excellence
  • Ensure technology solutions adhere to regulatory, security, and operational risk standards.
  • Establish strong governance, support, and change management practices for effective delivery and continuous operational improvement.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
• Asset management industry experience preferred.
• 15+ years of hands‑on development experience managing all aspects of technical projects with a proven track record of delivering well‑architected and well‑written software solutions.
• 7+ years supervising and guiding software development teams.
• 10+ years developing scalable solutions with advanced programming languages including .Net and Java frameworks.
• Proven track record of becoming a subject‑matter expert in related areas.
• Strong leadership skills, including vision and strategy, influencing and consensus building, communication, total quality commitment, ownership and accountability, and project management.
• Successful track record of development and implementation of an innovative strategic vision and plans, with ability to transform strategy into tactical plans and delivery.
• A creative, self‑confident self‑motivator with a “can do” orientation, able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced entrepreneurial environment.
• Passionate, forward‑thinking, and creative individual with high ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to collaborate and partner as a business professional, facilitating compromise and consensus within diverse teams.
• Assertiveness balanced with sensitivity toward people, creating strong work ethics and promoting team success.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills in customer and internal environments.
• Experience identifying and implementing AI and automation use cases to improve operational efficiency and decision‑making.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.