Senior Java Tech Lead - Low-Latency Finance Systems

Morgan Stanley; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Director level) to design and develop Java-based applications, mentor teams, and interact with product owners to clarify requirements. You will drive complex projects, ensure adherence to coding and security standards, and contribute to system efficiency and resiliency across the technology stack.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, collaboration with Business Analysts and Tech Delivery Management, and leadership within an agile Scrum

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science or related field.
• Strong experience in Java with Spring/Spring Boot.
• Experience with multi-threading and networking protocols.
• Proven ability to design, code, test and document complex software applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Java-based applications.
• Code, test, debug, document and implement complex software applications.
• Create prototypes and interface with product team to gather requirements.
• Escalate and communicate issues to stakeholders and resolve complex problems.
• Review code for standards and security compliance.
• Ensure system improvements are implemented and monitored for efficiency and resiliency.

Skills

Java

Spring

Spring Boot

Multi-threading

Linux

Git

Maven

Jenkins

Kafka

SQL

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Maven

Jenkins

Teams

JIRA

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Director level) to design and develop Java-based applications, mentor teams, and interact with product owners to clarify requirements. You will drive complex projects, ensure adherence to coding and security standards, and contribute to system efficiency and resiliency across the technology stack.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, collaboration with Business Analysts and Tech Delivery Management, and leadership within an agile Scrum