Database Engineer - Vice President

Role Overview

In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our firm. This Software Engineering position at the Vice President level is part of the team responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions that support business needs.

What you’ll do in the role:

• Communicate regularly with product leads across the technology organization to discuss opportunities for improvement to existing and future technology solutions.
• Design and optimize schemas, queries, and database structures across SAP ASE, SAP IQ, MS SQL Server, and PostgreSQL environments.
• Perform deep performance analysis and root‑cause troubleshooting.
• Build and maintain automation using Python, Perl, and Shell.
• Support real‑time and batch data pipelines, ETL, and replication.
• Enhance monitoring, data capture, and operational tooling.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Strong SQL experience with mission‑critical real‑time systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage tasks and deliverables effectively.
• 7+ years of related experience.

Desired

Skills:

• Strong SAP ASE and/or SAP IQ expertise.
• Strong Python, Perl, and Shell scripting skills.
• Linux/Unix administration and shell scripting knowledge.
• Experience with database performance tuning.
• Working knowledge of fixed‑income products or trading systems.
• Exposure to AI/ML tools for performance analysis.

Compensation

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $155,000 and $215,000 per year at the commencement of employment. Base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short‑ and long‑term incentive packages, and other sponsor benefit programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Morgan Stanley is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents. Our workforce reflects a broad cross‑section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

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