Associate Full-stack Software Engineer

Manulife/John Hancock; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife/John Hancock in Hong Kong seeks a software professional to join the delivery team. You will translate user needs into software requirements, develop across the full stack, and contribute to secure, scalable business applications.

You will collaborate in an Agile environment, participate in code reviews, and help maintain documentation for deployments. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of experience, familiarity with Java/React and cloud platforms such as Azure or Alibaba Cloud, and a

Qualifications

• Graduation in Computer Science or Information Technology or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of software development; fresh graduates considered.
• Familiar with Agile and DevOps, CI/CD and TDD practices.
• Experience with Java, React and database/ messaging techs listed above.
• Cloud exposure to Azure and Alibaba Cloud is a plus.
• Strong teamwork, communication and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Build high-quality delivery and comply with specifications and standards.
• Ensure system security by applying authentication, authorization, encryption and threat mitigation best practices.
• Adopt agile principles and actively participate in sprints and ceremonies.
• Understand user requirements and translate into software requirements.
• Design, develop, test, deliver, maintain and improve business applications across full-stack lifecycle.
• Complete all necessary technical documentation for deployment and maintenance.
• Provide production support during non-office hours as required.

Skills

Agile & DevOps

Collaboration

Communication

Emerging technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Java

React

RabbitMQ

Azure DB

Polar DB

SQL

Alibaba Cloud

Job description

Position Responsibilities

• Build high-quality delivery and comply with specifications and standards
• Ensure system security by applying established best practices for authentication, authorization, encryption, and threat mitigation
• Adopt agile principles and actively participate in sprints and ceremonies
• Understand user requirements and translate into software requirements
• Design, develop, test, deliver, maintain and improve business applications as a member of a team, works across full-stack through entire software development lifecycle
• Complete all necessary technical documentation for deployment, maintenance and business needs
• Provide production support during non-office hours as required

Required Qualifications

• University Graduate in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience 1 to 3 years of solid software development experience; fresh graduates will also be considered
• Familiar with agile and DevOps principles, test-driven development, continuous integration, and other approaches to accelerate the delivery of new features
• Good DevOps and API skills, with experience in technologies such as Java, React, RabbitMQ, Azure DB, Polar DB, SQL
• Hands-on experience with Cloud platform such as Azure, Alibaba
• Willingness to experiment with emerging technologies and understanding how they may impact future development
• Collaborative attitude and willingness to work with team members, participate in code reviews, share knowledge, skills and best practices
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulates technical vision, possibilities, and outcomes
• Familiarity with the insurance industry is a plus

When you join our team

We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html. Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Working Arrangement

Hybrid We're Manulife. And we're on a mission to make decisions easier and lives better. Better is what drives us. It's what inspires us to find new ways to support customers and colleagues in living longer and healthier lives. It's the reason we're dedicated to investing in digital innovation and industry-leading AI, and accelerating a sustainable and economically inclusive future. Joining us means you'll be empowered to learn and grow your career. We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. And as part of our global team, you'll help shape the future you want to see - and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go. We're proud of our accomplishments and recognition.

Recent awards include:

• 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner
• Manulife Named one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2025
• Financial Times World's Best Employers Asia-Pacific 2026
• We've been recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers 2026
• #1 Life Insurer for AI Maturity by Evident 2026

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