IT Specialist - Officer - Post-trade Application - 12 months contract

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

HKEX is seeking an IT specialist to design, implement, and support market systems for clearing and settlement. The role involves application development, testing, and documentation for mission-critical systems, with emphasis on performance and reliability.

Responsibilities include developing software per specs, unit and system testing, and addressing technical inquiries while collaborating with internal and external testers. A Bachelor's in CS and 2+ years in Java/microservices are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 2+ years of Java, Microservices and container development experience.
• Strong SQL, Linux and Windows skills.
• Familiar with DevOps life cycle and tools (e.g. Jenkins, Jira, Git, JUnit, Docker).
• Cloud technologies experience or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop software according to program specifications.
• Perform unit and system tests; conduct performance testing and tuning.
• Handle technical inquiries and support testing by internal and external parties.
• Undertake assignments and projects as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Java

Microservices

Container development

SQL

Linux

Windows

DevOps

Jenkins

Jira

Git

JUnit

Docker

Cloud technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Jenkins

Jira

Git

JUnit

Docker

Job description

Company Introduction:We're home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: \"To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all.\"Job Summary:Application is responsible for the design, implementation, and application support of HKEX's market systems for clearing and settlement. Application makes up several specialized teams that have in-depth technology knowhow to support the on-going maintenance, troubleshooting, enhancements and the development of next generation HKEX platforms.Job Duties:As IT specialist, you will perform application development, system testing and documentation of mission critical IT systems. You will also handle technical enquires and support testing by external and internal parties.Responsibilities:Develop s/w as per program specifications.Perform the unit tests and system tests.Perform performance testing and performance tuning work.Handle technical enquiries, perform investigation and support testing by external and internal parties related to the responsible IT systemsUndertake assignments and projects as assigned by supervisor.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.At least 2+ years' experience in Java, Microservices and Container application development and supportProficiency in Java and SQL, Linux and Windows operating systems.Familiar with DevOps life cycles and tools (e.g. Jenkins, Jira, Git, Junit, docker, etc.)Experience in cloud technologies or equivalent certification will be an advantage.Good analytical and problem-solving skills.HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.Location:HKEX - TKOShift:Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Worker Type:Contract