Solution Architect - Automated Metadata Cataloging

In the Technology division, 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. The Firmwide Data Office ("FDO") sits within Morgan Stanley Technology and focuses on data as a key priority within the overall Technology and the Firm strategy. We are a team of around 250+ people distributed globally and are engaged in a wide array of projects touching all business units (Institutional Securities, Investment Management, Wealth Management) and functions (e.g., Operations, Finance, Risk, Trading, Treasury, Resilience, Production Management) across the Firm. What you will do Manage and oversee end to end project & delivery management functions such as requirements, scope, prioritization, roadmap/plan, budget, resource planning, dependency & change management and stakeholder management Manage and oversee various product management functions such as requirements & use case capture, backlog maintenance & grooming Utilize various techniques like Design thinking, user journey mapping, value stream mapping to envision new ideas & product features. Take new feature ideas from ideation/exploration with customers to delivery planning and full production rollout, including communication and adoption plan Work closely with business and technology stakeholders to align development priorities & planning with product and technology roadmap Collaborate with the development team using Agile/scrum methodologies around use cases, development sequencing, priorities, and phasing for MVPs Be data‑driven, creating and monitoring product and customer value metrics to make objective prioritization decisions Utilize application development and data architecture expertise along with business domain knowledge to drive the program execution and product evolution around overall data strategy including Data Lineage, Metadata Management, Data Protection, Knowledge graph development What you will bring Bachelor's degree and solid 10+ years’ experience with technology product and delivery management functions 6+ years of hands‑on product management as well as business & data analysis experience in a fast‑paced agile development environment Prior experience in highly data‑driven roles requiring understanding of data and technology architectures as related to business requirements, use‑cases, and functional designs Extensive experience building products utilizing AI, LLMs as well as other analytical techniques e.g. NLP, statistical modeling Extensive experience managing R&D focused projects and managing delivery lifecycle from R&D to production Experience with scanning and discovery tools such as Big ID, Global ID, Varonis, Guardium, Collibra Edge, and ServiceNow CMDB Experience with various data discovery and scanning techniques and tools e.g. data at rest scanning, data in motion scanning, code scanning, unstructured data scanning & tagging Experience building solutions for data lineage, metadata management, data catalogs, data governance, data quality improvements, taxonomies A combination of deep technical knowledge, program management expertise as well as customer & delivery focused mindset Strong ability to discuss requirements, user stories and technical solution details with the development team, while also clearly communicating product features, roadmap and business value to senior business and technology stakeholders An outstanding ability to analyze problems with keen attention to the details, apply quantitative analytical approaches, communicate effectively and concisely, and work well in cross‑functional teams Experience delivering user experiences that are empowering and well‑designed, preferably including data visualization Self‑starter with strong creative problem solving, facilitation, communication and interpersonal skills Desired Skills Knowledge of Banking or Capital Markets and familiarity with current regulations such as BCBS 239, IFRS, CCAR and relevant data governance & data management requirements Experience with knowledge graph development or information management What you can expect from Morgan Stanley We are committed to maintaining the first‑class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - guide our decisions every day to serve our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. You will find an opportunity to work alongside the best and brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and families at every stage of their work‑life journey, offering attractive and comprehensive benefits and perks in the industry. Ample opportunity exists to move within the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. Pay and Compensation Expected base pay rates for the role will be between 150,000 and 210,000 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 Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs. Equal Employment Opportunity Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. 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