Library Data Engineer & Visualization Specialist

Lingnan University; Tuen Mun, Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Medical and dental benefits

Mandatory provident fund

Gratuity

Job summary

Lingnan University invites applications for a Library Officer responsible for system support, data pipelines, and dashboard development. The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and at least 3 years in data processing, BI, or application development.

Proficiency in PHP, Python, D3.js, Node.js, RESTful APIs, and data visualization tools is essential. Strong English/Chinese communication and collaborative skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years of practical experience in data processing, BI/reporting, or application development and support.
• Proficient in web development technologies and infrastructure including PHP, Python, D3.js, Node.js, CSS, JavaScript frameworks, RESTful APIs, and related platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide system support, application development, and continuous enhancements for library in-house applications and databases.
• Establish automated data pipelines via APIs, SQL queries or webhooks to stream live data into dashboards.
• Collect, clean, transform, and aggregate structured data from diverse sources (LP, access logs, web logs).
• Design, build, and maintain interactive dashboards and data visualizations using market-standard tools or in-house apps.
• Evaluate data sources and visual designs to reduce biases and misinterpretations.
• Prepare visual data materials for administrative reports and strategic decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and shift duties during evenings/weekends/holidays.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline

Tools

PHP

Python

D3.js

Node.js

CSS

JavaScript frameworks

RESTful APIs

Low-code platforms

Shibboleth

MS IIS

Linux

Apache

MySQL

NoSQL databases

Job description

Lingnan University invites applications for a Library Officer responsible for system support, data pipelines, and dashboard development. The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and at least 3 years in data processing, BI, or application development.

Proficiency in PHP, Python, D3.js, Node.js, RESTful APIs, and data visualization tools is essential. Strong English/Chinese communication and collaborative skills are required.