Lead Software Engineer : Job Level - Vice President

Why Join 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. 

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people are critical to our success. We share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and a strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley provides a strong foundation for building a professional career, offering opportunities to learn, achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture. 

Team Profile 

The Securities Lending Technology team supports the Securities Lending business across Japan and Asia. We partner closely with trading, operations and global technology teams to run, enhance and modernize business-critical systems in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment. 

The team operates globally across Asia, Europe and the United States. We work in small, collaborative teams that value ownership, pragmatic delivery, continuous learning and knowledge sharing. 

Role Profile 

We are seeking a Vice President and Senior Development Lead to support the continued growth of the Japan Securities Lending business and strengthen the Asia development team. This is a hands-on leadership role combining software engineering, solution design, delivery ownership and close partnership with the front office. 

You will lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic technology solutions, from requirements and analysis through design, development, testing, deployment and production support. You will also help shape the technical roadmap, improve engineering standards and guide developers across the region. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Own technology delivery for assigned initiatives across the full software development lifecycle, with clear accountability for quality, resilience and timely execution. 

• Partner directly with the Securities Lending trading desk and operations teams to understand business priorities, define requirements and deliver effective solutions. 

• Provide technical leadership while remaining hands-on in Java and Scala development. 

• Design scalable, maintainable solutions across on-premises and public cloud environments. 

• Drive sound architecture, engineering practices, testing discipline and production readiness. 

• Coordinate delivery across regional and global teams, identifying dependencies, risks and decisions early. 

• Guide and develop junior engineers through coaching, code reviews, technical direction and knowledge sharing. 

• Communicate clearly with business and technology stakeholders, translating complex topics into practical options and recommendations. 

• Support the stability and continuous improvement of business-critical applications. 

What You'll Bring to the Role 

• At least 7 years of relevant experience would generally be expected to demonstrate the skills required for this role. 

• Strong hands-on development experience in Java and/or Scala, supported by a solid understanding of algorithms, data structures and object-oriented design. 

• Experience leading complex software delivery and taking ownership from initial analysis through production implementation. 

• Experience working directly with a front-office trading function in a fast-paced environment. 

• Strong relational database design and SQL skills. 

• Experience delivering reliable applications on Linux-based platforms. 

• Familiarity with Agile delivery methods and modern software engineering practices. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, guide junior staff and lead initiatives across teams. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage senior business and technology stakeholders. 

• Advanced understanding of the relevant business and technical discipline, together with awareness of the wider market and technology environment. 

Preferred Experience 

• Knowledge of Securities Lending business processes and front-to-back trading workflows. 

• Experience with application modernization. 

• Experience working across globally distributed teams, particularly in Japan and Asia. 

About Morgan Stanley 

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce comprises individuals drawn from a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate and reflects a wide variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident in our continued focus on recruiting, developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents. 

About Morgan Stanley Japan 

Among the first investment banks to establish a branch in Japan, Morgan Stanley opened a representative office in Tokyo in 1970. It is today one of the largest and most active foreign financial firms in the Japanese market and across Asia

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’s 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.

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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.