Lead Python Engineer - Mainframe Systems at Morgan Stanley

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Feb, 26

Salary

210000.0

Posted On

26 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Python, Mainframe Systems, DevOps, Git, AI, JavaScript, z/OS, Linux, PostGRES, DB2

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Working on new paradigms such as modern mainframe toolsets, DevOps pipelines, Git integration and various AI offerings. Agreeing to responsibilities for deliverables in project plans Understanding requirements for the system components to be developed or updated Creating and/or understanding conceptual and detailed designs for the system components being developed or updated Coding additions or amendments to system components as directed by the project manager Unit testing of new or amended code Creating and executing test plans according to agreed project plans Participating in implementation of new or amended systems Escalation of issues as appropriate to the project manager Following working practices used within the team Providing Level 3 support - possibly after hours Specific duties include: Reviewing project documentation to understand deliverables Designing, coding and testing new or amended system functionality Creating system documentation as required Working with other team members to ensure the success of the project Providing status and progress updates to the project manager as required Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience. 8 years of Python Dev in Mainframe or distributed systems. Experience with JavaScript Understanding of mainframe operating systems (z/OS) Experience in a Linux OS environment is highly preferred Experience with either PostGRES or DB2 is highly preferred 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. 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. For California: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $210,000 per year at the commencement of employment. For Ohio: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $110,000 and $160,000 per year at the commencement of employment. For Colorado: Salary range for the position: $120,000 and $170,000 per year. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings. The application window is expected to close January 15th, 2026. For Illinois Salary range for the position: $130,000 and $190,000 per year. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings For Maryland: Salary range for the position: $135,000 and $190,000 per year. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings. For Massachusetts: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $130,000 and $190,000 per year at the commencement of employment. For Minnesota: Salary range for the position: $120,000 and $170,000 per year. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings. For New Jersey: Salary range for the position: $150,000 and $210,000 per year. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings. For New York: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $210,000 per year at the commencement of employment. For Vermont: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $130,000 and $190,000 per year at the commencement of employment. For Washington: Salary range for the position: $150,000 and $210,000 per year. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Lead Python Engineer will work on modern mainframe toolsets and DevOps pipelines, ensuring deliverables are met according to project plans. Responsibilities include coding, unit testing, and providing Level 3 support as needed.