Senior Java/Scala Developer in Glasgow

We're seeking someone to join our Equity Swaps Trading Technology team as a Senior Java/Scala Developer in ESTAR to work on our Scala-based processing engines for our Regulatory Reporting systems in a capital markets environment, dealing with global compliance regulations. Our Technology group supports the market leading Equity Swaps Trading business from front office swap and trade capture systems for traders, to middle and back-office processing. This is a global team that supports the OTC Equity Swap Portfolio, Single Name, and Index derivative businesses.

We provide functionally rich global trading platforms, with a focus on increased automation, efficiency, and optimization. While most of the codebase is written in Scala, we will also consider strong Java developers who are interested in learning Scala; many of our developers have successfully transitioned from Java into this Scala environment.

In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities. This is a Principal Software Engineer position at Vice President level, which is part of the job family responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions that support business needs.

What you'll do in the role:

• Join the Regulatory Reporting agile squad supporting the Equity Swaps Trading technology group and global OTC Equity Swap Portfolio, Single Name, and Index derivative businesses.
• Develop and support Scala-based regulatory reporting systems in a capital markets environment, helping the business meet global compliance requirements.
• Build enhancements and fixes for intraday and end-of-day reporting systems, including unit testing, UAT support, release notes, signoff coordination, deployment activities, and post-release production support.
• Own complex problems and key feature delivery, partnering with business users and stakeholders to understand requirements and support regulatory reporting obligations.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Strong Java developers with an interest in learning Scala will also be considered, as most of the codebase is written in Scala.
• Enterprise-level Scala development experience is preferred.
• Experience using AI tools such as Claude, Amp, Deep Search, or similar to accelerate the software development lifecycle while maintaining strong technical judgment and oversight.
• Understanding of message- and event-based architectures, including technologies such as MQ and Kafka.
• Experience working in Unix/Linux environments.
• Basic scripting experience in Unix, Perl, or Python would be beneficial.
• Experience with Relational Databases, including writing and optimising SQL queries to extract information.
• At least 8 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.
• Minimum Bachelors in Computer Science / Maths / Engineering / Science disciplines or equivalent experience.
• Interest in learning the business supported by the applications.

Skills that will help you in the role but not essential:

• Understanding of global regulatory reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of the Equity Derivatives.
• Knowledge of Agile software development practices.
• Database performance tuning.
• Experience integrating AI-assisted development tools into a real engineering workflow.

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.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

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 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.