At Morgan Stanley, our Front End Developer plays a pivotal role in shaping the digital experiences that empower clients and drive business success in the fast-paced world of global finance. This position is crucial for building responsive, high-performance web applications that enhance user engagement and support our cutting-edge financial services, directly impacting our ability to deliver seamless solutions to millions of users worldwide. As a Front End Developer, you will collaborate daily with UX designers, back-end engineers, and product managers to translate complex requirements into pixel-perfect interfaces. Your day-to-day tasks include developing and maintaining responsive web applications using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and optimal performance. Weekly, you'll conduct code reviews, optimize front-end code for speed and scalability, and integrate APIs to enable dynamic data visualization for trading platforms and client portals. Monthly deliverables involve participating in sprint planning, prototyping new features for mobile-first designs, and analyzing user feedback to iterate on UI components. You will work closely with agile teams to deliver projects on time, mentor junior developers on best practices, and contribute to A/B testing initiatives that measure engagement metrics like page load times and conversion rates. Expect to handle high-stakes projects such as real-time dashboards for market data and secure client interfaces, collaborating with stakeholders across departments to align on business goals. To succeed in this role, candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with at least 5 years of professional experience in front-end development within fintech or high-traffic web environments. Proficiency is required in modern JavaScript (ES6+), React.js or Vue.js, Sass/SCSS for styling, and tools like Webpack, Babel, and Git for version control. Familiarity with RESTful APIs, WebSockets for real-time updates, and performance optimization techniques such as lazy loading and code splitting is essential. Strong knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG), SEO principles, and responsive design frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS is mandatory. Experience with TypeScript, unit testing via Jest or Mocha, and CI/CD pipelines in cloud environments like AWS or Azure will set you apart. Financial industry exposure, particularly in secure web applications, is highly preferred. Beyond technical prowess, we value developers who excel in problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication to bridge technical and business teams. Strong collaboration skills are key for agile environments, along with adaptability to evolving technologies and a passion for clean, maintainable code. Analytical thinking to debug complex UI issues and creativity in designing intuitive user experiences will drive your success here. Morgan Stanley, a global leader in financial services, is committed to innovation, integrity, and client-first solutions. Our Technology division fosters a collaborative culture where diverse teams thrive in a dynamic, inclusive environment. With offices in New York and beyond, we offer a modern workspace blending cutting-edge tools with a focus on work-life balance and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation with salary not specified, complemented by comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and life insurance. Enjoy generous PTO, flexible hybrid work arrangements, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and performance-based bonuses plus stock options for long-term wealth building. Advance your career through structured mentorship, leadership training, and opportunities to lead major projects. Access world-class learning platforms and conferences to stay ahead in tech. Apply now via our careers portal to join Morgan Stanley's innovative team.