We're seeking someone to join our Institutional Securities Technology E‑trading team as a Principal Java Developer in FICFX to code, deliver software, and work closely with our clients on both sales and trading. The role will include a combination of long‑term strategic development and shorter‑term business‑focused development on the fixed‑income trading platform.

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Stanley traders use this platform to trade Fixed Income Securitized products like Fixed Income Agency Debt, TBAs, Pools, and CMOs.

Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

What You'll Do in the Role

- Deliver increased automation to the trading desk
- Expand electronic trading capabilities by creating and expanding Algos
- Take full ownership of projects from requirement gathering to roll‑out
- Lead the development of new ideas and/or policies in your area
- Analyze multiple sets of information to create summaries for various stakeholders

What You'll Bring to the Role

- At least 7 years of Java working experience in the industry
- Development experience in object‑oriented programming and working with a mixture of new and legacy systems




- Basic understanding of Fixed Income products is required and the ability to communicate with traders
- Good problem‑solving, result‑focused, can‑do attitude, and strong focus to keep the business running and competitive
- Ability to work in a team
- Demonstrated ability to work with latest AI agents
- Good knowledge of microservices architecture and SQL/Relational Databases

Nice‑to‑have Skills

- Scala and Python knowledge
- Experience in the finance industry
- Open to learn and work with other technologies & AI tools as business objectives require

All positions are located in Montreal, Quebec. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining work from home and attendance in the office. Knowledge of French and English is required.

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. For more information, please visit https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.

📌 Lead Software Engineer - Fixed Income Municipal Securities eTrading (Hybrid) (Montreal)
🏢 Morgan Stanley
📍 Montreal