Lead Java Developer (Hybrid)

Morgan Stanley, a prestigious global financial services leader established in 1935, is seeking a Lead Java Developer to join their Secured Financing Technology team in Montreal. This Vice President level position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team developing sophisticated transaction processing systems for Prime Brokerage & Sec Fin Tech.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in Java, Spring, and distributed systems. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining mission-critical trading platforms, working with cutting-edge technologies including Kafka, containerization, and cloud infrastructure. The position demands strong architectural skills and experience with multi-threaded applications and performance optimization.

As part of Morgan Stanley's Technology division, you'll join a team that's pushing the boundaries of innovation in financial technology. The Montreal office, established in 2008, is a crucial tech hub supporting global operations across electronic trading, algorithm trading, cloud engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and AI/ML.

The position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits package. Morgan Stanley's commitment to excellence, diversity, and innovation makes this an ideal opportunity for experienced developers looking to make an impact in financial technology. The role requires bilingual proficiency (English and French) and offers significant career growth potential within a global organization of over 80,000 employees across 42 countries.

Working at Morgan Stanley means joining a culture that values putting clients first, doing the right thing, and leading with exceptional ideas. The company's strong commitment to employee development, inclusive environment, and global reach provides an excellent platform for long-term career growth.