Lead Application Developer

ConnectedGroup Limited; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ConnectedGroup Limited is seeking a Sr Applications Developer to lead development, enhancement, and support of enterprise applications that power critical business operations. You will work with stakeholders to deliver modern solutions, drive digital transformation, and leverage AI-enabled practices.

The role requires 7+ years of hands-on development experience with Java/J2EE, Spring, React, Node.js, and strong DB skills (Oracle/SQL Server/MySQL). Cantonese/English fluency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of application development and support experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java/J2EE Jakarta EE, Spring Framework/Spring Boot, React.js, Node.js.
• Experience with Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL databases.
• Familiarity with container technologies and modern development practices.
• Experience integrating applications with Azure AD, SSO, MFA preferred.
• Knowledge of AI-assisted development tools is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and support enterprise applications and business systems.
• Gather and analyze user requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Manage application development projects from design through implementation.
• Support and troubleshoot system issues with infrastructure and network teams.
• Drive system modernization and digital transformation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to use AI and automation to improve business processes.
• Manage external vendors and outsourced application solutions.
• Ensure system performance, security, and reliability.

Skills

Java/J2EE Jakarta EE

Spring Framework / Spring Boot

React.js

Node.js

Databases (Oracle/SQL Server/MySQL)

Container technologies

Azure AD SSO MFA integration

AI-assisted development tools

Stakeholder management

English & Cantonese fluency

Education

Degree in Computer Science or IT

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Sr Applications Developer to join their technology team. This role is responsible for leading the development, enhancement, and support of enterprise applications that support critical business operations. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders to deliver modern application solutions, drive digital transformation initiatives, and leverage emerging technologies including AI-enabled development practices.

Responsibilities of the Role:

• Develop, enhance, and support enterprise applications and business systems.
• Gather and analyze user requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Manage application development projects from design through implementation.
• Support and troubleshoot system issues in collaboration with infrastructure and network teams.
• Drive system modernization and digital transformation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to use AI and automation to improve business processes.
• Manage external vendors and outsourced application solutions.
• Ensure system performance, security, and reliability.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience in application development and support.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• Java, J2EE / Jakarta EE
• Spring Framework / Spring Boot
• React.js
• Node.js
• Experience with Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL databases.
• Familiarity with container technologies and modern development practices.
• Experience in integrating applications with Azure AD, SSO, and MFA is preferred.
• Knowledge of AI-assisted development tools and coding assistants is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in both English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a big plus.

Preferred Background

• Experience working on large-scale enterprise systems.
• Exposure to system modernization or digital transformation projects.
• Experience managing vendors and outsourced development teams.