Associate Java Developer

London

JR010921

Morgan Stanley are seeking someone to join our Investment Banking & Global Capital Markets Technology team as an Associate Java Developer in the Advisory Sales & Distribution Super Department to build innovation solutions to support the complex and evolving needs of our businesses in Institutional Securities Group.

What You'll Do In The Role

• Contribute to the function through a range of operational activities and project tasks, developing an understanding of the business and operating environment.
• Participate in the design, development, and testing of software applications.
• Collaborate with team members to understand requirements and deliver on software projects.
• Assist in troubleshooting and debugging software issues.
• Learn and apply best practices in software development methodologies.
• Contribute to code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Document technical specifications and system configurations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the software engineering team.
• Engage in training and upskilling activities to enhance technical skills.
  
  

What You'll Bring To The Role

• Ability to engage with the broader team, communicate goals, tasks and deliverables in 1-1 and team meetings.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of hand-on Java EE and core Java experience.
• Experience with web service development, RESTful APIs and Services Oriented Architecture.
• Skills in Object Oriented Design, Design patterns, Architecture and Application Integration.
• Strong knowledge of Databases including design, SQL proficiency.
• Strong experience with frameworks used for development and automated testing like SpringBoot, Junit, BDD etc.
• Experience with Unix/Linux.
• Good to help additional knowledge of Java, Python, REST services or database technologies.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of databases and data structures.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and tools.
• At least 2 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.
  
  

What You Can Expect From Morgan Stanley

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 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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Flexible work statement

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

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 is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.