Applications Programmer - Remote

We're seeking someone to join our Corporate Workplace Technology (CWT) team as an Application Developer in Workforce Technology and Services to drive development of scalable full stack platforms. This role requires deep expertise in Java and Python ecosystems, strong system design skills, and hands-on experience with AI-driven and agentic systems.

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 Software Engineering position at Director level, which is part of the job family responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions that support business needs.

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.

Lead development of scalable backend services (Java, Python) and modern frontend applications.
Own critical technical decisions across services, APIs, and data layers.
Troubleshoot and resolve performance and scalability issues.
Work across frontend (React/Angular or similar) and backend systems.
Ensure seamless integration between UI, APIs, and data platforms.
Hands-on experience in developing software with agile or scrum methodologies

5+ years of experience as an application developer or relevant experience.

• Strong hands-on expertise in Java (Spring Boot or similar) and/or Python (Django / Flask / FastAPI)
• Proven experience in full stack development (React, Angular, or similar).
• Solid understanding of authentication and authorization (OAuth, SAML).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience with database management systems (e.g. PostgreSQL).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Experience with AI/LLM systems and agentic workflows.
• The multi-faceted and highly technical Montreal team plays a critical role in building and maintaining our leading technology platform, including electronic trading, algorithm trading, cloud engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity and AI/ML. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Montreal community since 2008 and is considered a leading employer among the area’s highly skilled technology talent. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining remote work and attendance in the office.

Knowledge of French and English is required.

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. 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. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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.