Developer jobs in United Kingdom

JR023843

Developer in Cyber Data Risk and Resilience, Data Protection Architecture and Policy Squad – Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Morgan Stanley are seeking someone to join our Data Protection Architecture and Policy Squad team as a Developer in Cyber Data Risk and Resilience to develop solutions that protect sensitive data.

• Communicate regularly with product leads across the technology organization and discuss opportunities for improvement to existing and future technology solutions.
• Lead the design and development of complex software systems and applications.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance and direction.
• Architect solutions that meet performance, scalability, and security requirements.
• Drive technical excellence through code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project roadmap and technical strategy.
• Implement and advocate for best practices in software engineering and design patterns.
• Contribute to the evaluation and adoption of new tools and technologies.
• Lead efforts to refactor and optimize existing codebase for efficiency and maintainability.
• Maintain and enhance existing software applications to optimize performance and functionality.
• Integrate prepackaged software and services into the bank’s technology ecosystem.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and performance tuning to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends, and tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience developing in Python, or other languages including object‑oriented coding.
• Experience with relational databases, developing queries and reports.
• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB).
• Understanding of data encryption.
• Proficiency in Linux or other Unix variant.
• Knowledge of Agile and DevOps.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Good understanding of the internet protocols TCP/IP, HTTP, SSL/TLS, etc.
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing complex test scenarios.
• Strong proficiency in software design and architecture.
• Experience with large‑scale distributed systems.
• Mentorship of junior team members and code review expertise.
• Expertise in performance optimization and scalability.
• Ability to drive technical initiatives and provide leadership.

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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

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.

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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

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