Lead Software Engineer : Job Level - Vice President
Marks & Spencer Group plc15 hours ago
Tokyo, JapanStaff+
Responsibilities
- Own technology delivery across the full software development lifecycle, including requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.
- Partner with Securities Lending trading and operations teams to define requirements and deliver business solutions.
- Provide hands-on technical leadership in Java and Scala development.
- Design scalable and maintainable solutions across on-premises and public cloud environments.
- Drive architecture, engineering practices, testing discipline, resilience, and production readiness.
- Coordinate delivery across regional and global teams while managing dependencies, risks, and decisions.
- Coach junior engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing.
- Support the stability and continuous improvement of business-critical applications.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of relevant experience.
- Strong hands-on development experience in Java and/or Scala, with knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented design.
- Experience leading complex software delivery from analysis through production implementation.
- Experience working directly with a front-office trading function in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong relational database design and SQL skills.
- Experience delivering reliable applications on Linux-based platforms.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, guide junior staff, and lead initiatives across teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with senior business and technology stakeholders.
- Advanced understanding of the relevant business and technical discipline and awareness of the broader market and technology environment.
- Preferred qualifications include Securities Lending and front-to-back trading workflow knowledge, application modernization experience, and experience working across globally distributed teams, particularly in Japan and Asia.
Benefits
- Morgan Stanley offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with opportunities to learn, achieve, grow, and move across the business.
- The firm provides comprehensive employee benefits and perks and supports employees and their families throughout their work-life journey.
About Marks & Spencer Group plc
Marks & Spencer Group plc is a British retailer selling clothing, home goods, and food to consumers through stores and ecommerce, with a focus on own-brand products. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange, was founded in 1884, and is headquartered in London. In the UK, its online grocery offering runs via Ocado Retail, a joint venture in which M&S holds a significant stake.