Full Stack Developer - Python - VP in London

We are seeking someone to join our Team as Full Stack Engineer – Python. In this role, you’ll work on high-impact projects that test, validate, and optimize our algorithmic trading systems. You’ll build scalable, automated testing frameworks and intuitive web applications that help our engineers monitor and improve performance. You'll work closely with quant strategists and developers, gaining hands-on exposure to the inner workings of modern electronic trading.

This is a software engineering position at Vice President level, which is part of the job family responsible for providing specialist cyber expertise and creating solutions that protect the organization's systems and networks against actual and potential security threats and vulnerabilities.

What You’ll Do In The Role:

• Develop automation frameworks using Python to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of our trading systems.
• Build internal web tools and applications that help teams visualize, analyze, and manage test data and system health.
• Run performance and load tests to ensure systems operate reliably under demanding conditions.
• Contribute throughout the development lifecycle — from design to deployment — with real ownership of your work.
• Promote strong engineering practices, from code quality to testing standards and CI/CD processes.

What You’ll Bring To The Role:

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced Python skills and familiarity with libraries like NumPy, Pandas, and testing tools such as pytest or unittest.
• Experience building and deploying full-stack applications (React, Angular, or Vue.js on the front end; REST APIs, FastAPI, or similar on the back end).
• Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases.
• A good grasp of software testing principles and experience with automation tools.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

Nice To Have:

• Experience working with trading systems or electronic markets.
• Understanding of market structure, order types, and trade lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with the FIX protocol (Financial Information eXchange).
• Familiarity with exchange connectivity and real-time trading data.
• Knowledge of risk management and post-trade processes in a trading environment.

Why Join Us?

• Impact matters – Your work helps power global financial markets.
• Learn from the best – Work with top engineers, quants, and financial technologists.
• Grow your career – We offer mentorship, learning opportunities, and room to grow.
• Work with purpose – Be part of a team solving complex, meaningful problems every day.

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.

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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.