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Front Office Derivatives Strats working on product and pricing are responsible for implementing pricing algos and supporting the data pipelines for optimal price decisions. They also look after automation of structured derivative product flow, including automated booking, along with the respective tooling for sales and trading to improve the client top-tier facilitation. The team is looking for a candidate to continue the build of our cutting-edge exotic pricing platform.
Responsibilities
- Work on the development of a Java and Python platform for exotic pricing
- Help Implementing systematic pricing methodology for exotics products
- Automate of the Exotics product flow, automatize the auto-quoting of derivative products
- Create tools to assist decision making & increase efficiency in trading
- Ensure robust data pipelines and produce innovative methods in pricing our automated pricing algorithms
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Very strong programming skills in Python, with good knowledge of Java to be able to support some back-end infrastructure
- Good understanding of the basics of exotic pricing (not from a mathematical perspective, but in terms of input/output and structure)
- A degree in a quantitative subject such as Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Software Engineering
- Drive and desire to work in an intense team-oriented environment
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal English
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 $150,000 - $200,000 per year for Associate and between $225,000 - $250,000 for Vice President 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.
INTRODUCTION
Front Office Derivatives Strats working on product and pricing are responsible for implementing pricing algos and supporting the data pipelines for optimal price decisions. They also look after automation of structured derivative product flow, including automated booking, along with the respective tooling for sales and trading to improve the client top-tier facilitation. The team is looking for a candidate to continue the build of our cutting-edge exotic pricing platform.
Responsibilities
- Work on the development of a Java and Python platform for exotic pricing
- Help Implementing systematic pricing methodology for exotics products
- Automate of the Exotics product flow, automatize the auto-quoting of derivative products
- Create tools to assist decision making & increase efficiency in trading
- Ensure robust data pipelines and produce innovative methods in pricing our automated pricing algorithms
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Very strong programming skills in Python, with good knowledge of Java to be able to support some back-end infrastructure
- Good understanding of the basics of exotic pricing (not from a mathematical perspective, but in terms of input/output and structure)
- A degree in a quantitative subject such as Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Software Engineering
- Drive and desire to work in an intense team-oriented environment
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal English
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 $150,000 - $200,000 per year for Associate and between $225,000 - $250,000 for Vice President 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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Verify your degree field matches the role
Quantitative roles require a specialty occupation determination, meaning your degree must be in a directly related field like mathematics, statistics, financial engineering, or computer science. A business degree alone often triggers an RFE, so gather your transcripts before outreach.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV wage for your SOC code before you name a number. Employers must pay at least the prevailing wage on the Labor Condition Application, so knowing the floor protects you from underbids.
Target firms with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers that have already filed Labor Condition Applications for Quantitative roles under H-1B1 Singapore. These firms understand the consular process and won't need educating on the difference between H-1B visa1 and H-1B.
Clarify the LCA timeline with your offer letter
Your employer files the LCA with DOL before you can schedule your consulate appointment. Negotiate a start date that gives at least three to four weeks for LCA certification, or a delayed start clause, so a slow DOL processing week doesn't void your offer.
Bring O*NET occupation data to your visa interview
Consular officers verify specialty occupation using occupational databases. Print your O*NET profile showing that Quantitative Analyst or related title requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. It shortens the officer's determination and reduces the chance of administrative processing.
Account for the dual-intent gap in your planning
The H-1B1 visa Singapore visa doesn't allow dual intent, meaning you can't simultaneously pursue permanent residence. If a prospective employer asks about your long-term plans, be prepared to explain your nonimmigrant intent clearly. Understand this constraint before your first interview round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Quantitative roles qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes. Quantitative Analyst, Quantitative Researcher, and related titles consistently qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, financial engineering, or a closely related field. The employer confirms this on the Labor Condition Application. Roles where any degree field is accepted, regardless of discipline, would not meet the specialty occupation threshold.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa compare to H-1B for Quantitative professionals?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely, which matters for Quantitative professionals who face low selection odds in oversubscribed registration pools. There's no USCIS petition, your employer files an LCA with DOL and you apply at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore directly. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 Singapore doesn't permit dual intent, so it's better suited to professionals not yet pursuing a green card.
How can I find employers who sponsor H-1B1 Singapore visas for Quantitative jobs?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified LCA filing history for H-1B1 Singapore roles, so you're not cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored the visa. Quantitative roles are concentrated in asset management, hedge funds, and investment banks, and LCA data shows which of those have sponsored this visa category before.
What documents should a Singaporean Quantitative professional prepare before the consulate appointment?
You'll need your certified LCA from DOL, the employer's support letter describing your Quantitative duties and specialty occupation basis, your academic transcripts and degree certificates, DS-160 confirmation, and your passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended entry date. If your degree is from a non-U.S. institution, a credential evaluation from a recognized agency strengthens your file.
Can I switch employers after entering the U.S. on an H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need to return to the U.S. Embassy in Singapore for a new visa stamp before reentering under the new employer's sponsorship. The H-1B1 Singapore visa doesn't have the H-1B portability provisions that allow you to start work on a pending petition, so plan your transition timing carefully with your new employer.
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