Developer (Python) at Morgan Stanley in London

Job description

We’re seeking someone to join our team as a Developer to focus on the development of GenerativeAI and Machine Learning software. Technology is a strategic partner to our business units, collaborating with the world’s leading technology companies to redefine our operations in an increasingly global, complex, and dynamic financial marketplace. Our substantial investment in technology powers quantitative trading, advanced modelling and simulation, comprehensive risk and security systems, and robust client-relationship management. Our innovative applications and infrastructure deliver competitive advantages to our clients and to our firm. Trade Surveillance are recruiting for a solutions focused developer to join the Analytics Squad. The role located in the UK, is part of an established project team consisting of Developers, Business Analysts, Testers and operational change partners across multiple Global Locations. The team are developing a strategic platform for all Divisions within Morgan Stanley. The role will be required to develop new capabilities and drive service improvement and based on the foundations already established. As a developer the successful candidate will be responsible for adherence to MS SDLC standards and governance. 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: • Design, develop, and implement scalable solutions using primarily Python and some Java as part of an Agile squad delivering with a dynamic, global fleet and associated squads. • Leverage Generative AI tools and coding assistants to enhance development velocity and solution quality. • Collaborate with global teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. • Participate in Agile meetings, deliver project status, and adapt to evolving regulatory and business requirements. • Learn, improve, and apply Morgan Stanley’s proprietary frameworks and best practices. • Write comprehensive tests to ensure code reliability and maintainability. • Respond proactively to change, mastering new technical and business concepts as needed. • Proven leadership and communication abilities; experience integrating, leveraging, and influencing teams, developers, and programs within a large enterprise. What you'll bring to the role: • Python: Overall 7+ years of development experience with 5+ years of hands-on experience in Python. Proven ability to write optimized, efficient, and clean code. • GenAI Coding Assistant: Experience with coding assistants like copilot, using Agent mode, Skills, etc. • GenAI application development: Usage of LLM models for application, Agentic implementation, usage of tools to integrate data into LLM context, MCP tools and infrastructure, A2A design and development, data solutions for RAG and vector storage, prompt and context authoring, and more. • Databases: Proficiency in RDBMS and NoSQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and related technologies. • SDLC: Experience with DevOps practices: CI/CD pipeline management, containerization, observability tools. • Analytical Skills: Ability to design and implement effective solutions to complex problems. • Teamwork & Communication: Strong work ethic, collaborative spirit, and clear communication skills, both oral and written. • Testing: Ability to write thorough unit tests covering all major logic components, preferably using coding assistant. • Experience with vendor or open source agent frameworks and SDKs such as Azure Foundry, Copilot Studio, etc. • UI development using Angular / React Framework. • Linux/Unix & Shell Scripting: Solid working knowledge. • Advanced coding and database skills, query and code optimization. • Exposure to various application designs and patterns for web, batch, and streaming. • Experience working in global Agile Scrum teams. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN S