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Associate Software Developer green card sponsorship connects foreign developers to permanent U.S. residency through the EB-2 or EB-3 category. Most employers file PERM labor certification with DOL before submitting an I-140 petition, then proceed to adjustment of status or consular processing. Per-country backlogs mean your priority date matters from day one.
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Company Profile:
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment, and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide, including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.
In Technology, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities.
What you’ll do in the role:
Morgan Stanley Services Group, Inc. is seeking an Associate, Software Engineer in Alpharetta, Georgia to:
- Implement, design, and develop components of software projects within Mutual Funds Middle Office.
- Support AI-related mutual funds projects.
- Conduct design and code reviews for software applications and projects.
- Utilize analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze database programs.
- Develop various aspects of software applications including UI, mid-tier services, and databases, working as part of a team.
- Ensure quality deliverables and deadlines are met by coordinating with various teams, such as business, QA, UAT, Operations, Application Support Group, and Infrastructure.
- Integrate with multiple vendor products and record keepers.
- Handle order generation, execution, and post-order processing across Wealth Management products.
- Perform code profiling, code review, and performance tuning.
What you’ll bring to the role:
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Requires a Master’s in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field of study.
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Requires three (3) years of experience in the position offered or three (3) years as a Full Stack Developer, Software Developer, or a closely related occupation.
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Requires three (3) years of experience with the following skills:
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Python and Java;
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JavaScript and TypeScript;
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SQL and NoSQL databases;
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Spring Framework including Spring Boot and Model-View-Controller (MVC);
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Front-end development using Angular, HTML, and CSS;
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RESTful web services design and integration;
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Microservices architecture;
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Containerization technologies including Docker;
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Version control systems including Git;
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CI/CD pipeline implementation including Teamcity and Jenkins;
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Unit and integration testing frameworks;
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Performance tuning and code optimization;
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End-to-end application development across User Interface (UI), mid-tier services, and database layers; and
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Ownership of application lifecycle including design, development, production release, and post-production support.
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Requires one (1) year of experience with the following skills:
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Accelerate development workflows by leveraging generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) tools including Github Copilot, ChatGPT, and Claude.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. 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. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. 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.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $136,000 and $136,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Associate Software Developer
Document your degree equivalency early
If your computer science degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before job searching. PERM labor certification requires your qualifications to match the job's minimum requirements exactly, and a delayed evaluation can stall the entire filing timeline.
Target companies with active PERM filings
Search for Associate Software Developer roles at employers who have already filed PERM applications for similar positions. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified green card sponsorship history by role, so you can focus your applications where sponsorship is already established practice.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 before accepting offers
If you hold a master's degree in computer science or a related field, ask whether the employer will file under EB-2 rather than EB-3. The category affects your priority date queue, particularly if you're a national of India or China where backlogs differ significantly between the two categories.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Associate Software Developer in your target metro. DOL requires your offered salary to meet this threshold during PERM, so knowing the number before negotiating helps you evaluate whether an offer will survive the certification process.
Ask employers about PERM recruitment timing
PERM requires employers to run a formal recruitment test before filing, which typically takes several months. Confirm whether the employer plans to initiate this process for your position, since delays in starting recruitment directly push back your I-140 filing and priority date.
Understand AC21 portability before you change jobs
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar software development role without restarting the green card process. Confirm the new role falls within the same occupational category before resigning from your sponsoring employer.
Green Card Associate Software Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for an Associate Software Developer differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency, not temporary status. For an Associate Software Developer, the employer typically files PERM labor certification with DOL first, proving no qualified U.S. workers are available, then files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years before their priority date becomes current.
Which green card category applies to Associate Software Developer roles?
Most Associate Software Developer positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. If the role requires a master's degree or if you hold a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, the employer may file under EB-2 instead. The category your employer files under affects your place in the per-country priority date queue.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Associate Software Developer positions?
Search on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history for software development roles. Focusing on companies that have previously completed PERM filings for similar positions reduces the risk of pursuing an offer from an employer who is unfamiliar with or unwilling to complete the multi-step sponsorship process.
What is the PERM process and how long does it take for a software development role?
PERM, or Program Electronic Review Management, is a DOL labor certification process that requires the employer to conduct formal recruitment, document that no qualified U.S. workers applied, and obtain a prevailing wage determination before filing. The recruitment and documentation phases alone typically span several months, and DOL processing adds additional time. Total timelines vary, so confirm the employer's specific plan and start date.
Can I change employers after my green card is filed?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, you can move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. Separately, an approved I-140 petition's priority date can often be carried over to a new employer's filing. Confirm the occupational similarity with an immigration attorney before making the move.