Full-stack Software Engineer

Manulife; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife is seeking an experienced software engineer in Hong Kong to build, test, and maintain high-quality applications across the full-stack. You will manage the DevOps lifecycle, translate business requirements into technical specs, and contribute to architectural decisions within a collaborative team.

The role requires leadership in a fast-paced environment, strong communication in English and Chinese, and a background in insurance-domain systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, software engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in full-stack development with team leadership advantage.
• Proficiency in modern front-end and back-end tech stack and cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Builds, codes, tests, and maintains high quality software.
• Manages full software delivery lifecycle in a DevOps environment.
• Translates user requirements into software specifications.
• Designs and delivers business applications across the full stack; coaches peers and participates in code reviews.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to uncover pain points and improve solutions.
• Keeps skills up-to-date and works under pressure to meet deadlines.

Skills

Angular

Node.js/React

Azure DB

JavaScript

HTML5/CSS3

Java (Spring Boot)

AKS & Azure cloud

CI/CD pipelines

GitHub Actions

Docker

Kubernetes

IBM iSeries (AS400)

COBOL/CL

RESTful APIs

Azure Service Bus

Rocket MQ

MongoDB

Redis

PostgreSQL/PolarDB

Version control

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/SE

Tools

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure cloud services

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Redis

Job description

• Builds, codes, tests, maintain high quality software
• Managing the full Software Delivery Lifecycle including coding, testing, deployment, and support, in a DevOps environment
• Translates user requirements into software requirements
• Designs, develops, tests, delivers, maintains and improves business applications as a member of a team, works across full-stack through entire software development lifecycle. Process the ability to coach, participate in code reviews, share skills and methods to the team
• Collaborate attitude and demonstrate empathy and generosity towards business stakeholders, product managers, software engineers, and operations engineers to uncover pain points
• Good organizational and problem- solving abilities that enable you to manage through creative abrasion; constantly learn from both success and failure
• Good verbal and written communication; able to effectively articulate technical vision, possibilities, and outcomes

Position Responsibilities

• Builds, codes, tests, maintain high quality software
• Managing the full Software Delivery Lifecycle including coding, testing, deployment, and support, in a DevOps environment
• Translates user requirements into software requirements
• Designs, develops, tests, delivers, maintains and improves business applications as a member of a team, works across full-stack through entire software development lifecycle. Process the ability to coach, participate in code reviews, share skills and methods to the team
• Collaborate attitude and demonstrate empathy and generosity towards business stakeholders, product managers, software engineers, and operations engineers to uncover pain points
• Good organizational and problem- solving abilities that enable you to manage through creative abrasion; constantly learn from both success and failure
• Good verbal and written communication; able to effectively articulate technical vision, possibilities, and outcomes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in computer science, Software Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a full stack software development, with experience of leading a team of Software Engineers is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Angular, Node.js/React, Azure DB, JavaScript, HTML5/CSS3, Java (Spring Boot), AKS & Azure cloud services, Even Grid, IBM iSeries (AS400) architecture and COBOL/CL
• Experience with DevOps, RESTful APIs, API versioning, authentication/authorization.
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline and tools such as GitHub Actions and Jenkins.
• Experience with Azure Service Bus, Rocket MQ, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of Ali cloud, ACK and PolarDB for PostgreSQL/PolarDB for Oracle/SQL Server, mongo database and redis are an advantage
• Version control, performance optimization and coding standard processes
• Experiments with emerging technologies and understanding how they will impact what comes next.
• Experience in the insurance industry, specifically with Group Life and Health applications
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to the insurance sector
• Need to have production support during non-office hours
• Collaborative attitude, willingness to work with team members; able to coach, participate in code reviews, share skills and methods
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good command of English and Chinese, both spoken and written
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight schedules

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