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# Director, Software Engineer

- **Company:** Morgan Stanley
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $146,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Linux, Financial Software, Web Browsers, Linux System Administration, Apache Maven, Network Protocols, Scrum Methodology, Server Administration, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Multithreading, Spring-boot, Git, Information Technology, Video Streaming, Jenkins
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/director-software-engineer-chicago-il--d98aab19-75bd-4964-9f2b-58766d790f13

## About the Role

* Requires a Master's degree in Applied Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
 * Requires three (3) years of experience in the position offered or three (3) years as a Business Analyst, Software Developer, or a related occupation
 * Requires three (3) years of experience with the following skills:
 * Java;
 * Spring;
 * Spring Boot;
 * Developing prototypes;
 * Third party service integration;
 * Multi-threading and networking protocols;
 * Streaming Technologies;
 * Scrum Framework;
 * Agile methodologies;
 * Linux environments;
 * Git;
 * Maven;
 * Jenkins;
 * Teams; and
 * JIRA., Agile Programming Methodologies, Atlassian JIRA, Business Analysis, Business Support, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Diversity, Employee Benefits, Finance Software, Financial Services, Futures, Git, Global Financial Markets, Investment Management, Investment Services, Java, Jenkins, Linux Operating System, Maven, Multithreaded Programming, Network Protocols, Prototyping, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Securities Investments, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Stock Market, Streaming Technology, Technical Support, Wealth Management, Web Browsers

## Description

Morgan Stanley Services Group Inc. is seeking a Director, Software Engineer in Chicago, IL to build technical tools, connections, and capabilities to support internal business needs. Develop and maintain software solutions that support business needs. Design, develop, deliver, and support the technical platform behind the products and services used by the Business. Develop prototypes and third-party service integration. Develop software applications for financial markets with understanding of Equities, Futures, and Options. Work within the Scrum Framework and Agile methodologies. Telecommuting permitted up to 2 days per week.


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