Senior Software Developer (in the grade of Assistant Computer Officer I) in ITSU

Senior Software Developer (in the grade of Assistant Computer Officer I) in the Information Technology Services Unit

Job Highlights:

·         Web application design and development

·         System support

·         5-Day Work. Flexible hybrid work environment

·         Dental & medical benefits, training sponsorship, annual leave starting from 18 days 

Duties:

The appointee will work on the development and maintenance of the School’s ERP systems, web applications and projects related to AI development and digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Support existing systems and enhancement.

·         Assist in system analysis and design, development, testing and documentations.

·         Consolidate requirement and prepare functional specifications.

·         Work closely with key users to collect requirements and co-ordinate the UATs.

·         To perform any other ad hoc duties as assigned. 

Requirements:

·         A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent with at least four-year relevant working experience in IT system development. Candidates with relevant working experience and degree in other related subjects may also be considered;

·         Solid experience in PHP, Python, JavaScript, Oracle, MySQL;

·         Having practical expertise in PeopleTools would be highly advantageous.

·         Experience in web application framework, container technology and Kubernetes will be an advantage;

·         Good communication and problem-solving skills;

·         Be open to exploring and testing out various new technologies;

·         Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese. 

Terms of Appointment: Salary placement will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The contract will normally be for 2 years with the possibility of renewal subject to review.  A contract-end gratuity (taxable) will be payable upon satisfactory completion of the contract.  Medical and dental benefits, 18 days’ annual leave and the use of library facilities will be provided where applicable.  The School also provides staff development opportunities. 

Applications: Please send application quoting the reference number to the Human Resources Unit, HKU SPACE, Suites A & B, 12/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong. You may apply online or download an application form at http://hkuspace.hku.hk/jobs or request one by fax (852) 2540 3271.

Closing Date for Applications: 28 May 2025

The information provided in an application will only be used for the purpose of consideration for appointment by HKU SPACE.  Applicants not contacted within 8 weeks from the closing date may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.  Unsuccessful applications will be kept for a maximum period of 12 months.  The School reserves the right to offer different terms of appointment.