Java Developer

Build mission-critical risk platforms used across one of the world's leading financial institutions.

If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, working with large-scale distributed systems, and developing software that directly supports critical business decisions, this could be your next opportunity.

Join Morgan Stanley's Budapest Risk Technology team and help shape the future of enterprise-scale risk management platforms used globally.

We offer:

• Opportunity to work on business-critical applications with global visibility
• Modern Agile and DevOps environment
• Collaborative international teams across multiple regions
• Flexible working arrangements with hybrid working options
• State-of-the-art Budapest offices
• Exposure to cloud technologies, distributed computing and large-scale data processing
• Contingent/Leased assignment working onsite at Morgan Stanley
• Contract via a third-party agency

You will:

• Design, develop and enhance enterprise-grade Java applications
• Work with large datasets and distributed processing systems
• Collaborate with engineers and business stakeholders across global locations
• Contribute to architecture and technical design decisions
• Participate in Agile development and DevOps practices
• Improve tooling, automation and engineering efficiency
• Build solutions that support regulatory and risk management activities across the firm

✅ You have:

• 5+ years of hands-on Java development experience
• Solid SQL and database knowledge
• Experience designing scalable applications and data models
• Understanding of software engineering best practices
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills in English

⭐ You might also have:

• Experience with automated testing
• Exposure to cloud platforms
• Python development experience
• Experience working with large-scale databases
• Background in financial services or risk management
• Experience building distributed systems

👥 Team profile:

Budapest Risk Technology is one of Morgan Stanley's strategically important technology hubs. The team develops and supports applications that are essential for risk analysis, reporting and regulatory activities across the firm.

Engineers work on globally distributed platforms leveraging Java services, SQL and NoSQL databases, modern web technologies and large-scale processing frameworks. With more than 400 local risk users, Budapest plays a central role in shaping both technology and business direction.

🌎 About us:

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities, investment management, and wealth management services worldwide.

Morgan Stanley's Budapest office is one of the firm's largest global hubs outside of the United States and plays a key role in delivering technology, operations, finance, risk, and support services across the organization. Our teams collaborate closely with colleagues around the world and contribute to some of the firm's most strategic initiatives.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace where everyone can maximize their full potential. Our success is built on the diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and talents of our people.