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Lead Java Developer (Security)

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Morgan Stanley

Lead Java Developer (Security)

Budapest, Hungary

We're seeking someone to join our team as a Lead Java Developer in Cybersecurity Engineering to lead the development of our highly scalable and comprehensive access management platform for desktop and mobile applications for both our institutional clients and retail customers.

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 Lead Java Developer position at a 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.

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Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals.

Morgan Stanley Budapest is an integral part of the Firm's global critical business functions including Technology, Finance, Risk, Institutional Securities and Wealth Management. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Budapest community since 2006 and is considered a leading employer among the area's highly skilled talent. Our innovative team delivers deep technical and mathematical expertise to support the Firm's capabilities in quantitative analysis, data analysis, and risk management. We are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by our diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe in empowering individuals to advance their careers through exposure to innovation, hands-on collaboration and enriching learning and development opportunities.

Interested in joining a team that's eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on...

What you'll do in the role: #LI-FT1 #BPTECH
  • Communicate regularly with product leads across the technology organization and discuss opportunities for improvement to existing and future technology solutions.
  • Be responsible for the engineering, development, integration of cybersecurity systems.
  • Working collaboratively with the team designs, engineers, and enhances authentication, authorization, and identity infrastructure using both commercial products and home grown solutions.

What you'll bring to the role:
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple functions or guide junior staff and initiatives.
  • Advanced understanding of business line and discipline with some knowledge of competitive environment and other disciplines.
  • Having worked as a technical lead is highly beneficial
  • Experience with Java17+
  • Experience with newer versions Spring-framework (6.x): Spring-Boot, Spring-Security, Spring-Session
  • Previously working on upgrading projects using spring to recent versions is beneficial
  • Experience in building multi-tiered applications
  • Experience with Python 3 and shell scripting
  • Excellent problem solving skills, in particular a methodical approach to dealing with problems across distributed systems
  • Strong verbal and written skills required to interact with a global teams and customers
  • Ability to work with customers, gather requirements, and own the task of finding solutions
  • Ability to mentor and coordinate the work of less experienced colleagues
  • At least 6 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.

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 85 years. At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries.

At Morgan Stanley, you'll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect, and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity.

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.

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.

Learn about our culture and the opportunities for professional growth at Morgan Stanley Budapest:

Build a career with impact. Visit morganstanley.hu or LinkedIn for more information.

Client-provided location(s): Budapest, Hungary
Job ID: Morgan-549781551972
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Return-to-Work Program
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)