Officer, Information Technology (AI Application Development) (11-month Contract)

URA Urban Renewal Authority; Hong Kong; Vor Ort; HKD 240.000 - 360.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The URA Urban Renewal Authority in Hong Kong is seeking a tech-savvy developer to support and enhance the Case Management System. You will focus on user access, workflow forms, and business rules, working with AI-assisted coding tools to build AI apps and automated workflows.

Responsibilities include system incident investigation, prototype development, and collaboration with business users to define requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in application development or systems support.
• Fresh graduates with substantial internship or placement year will be considered.

Aufgaben

• Support configuration, administration and enhancement of the Case Management System, incl. user access and workflow forms.
• Investigate system incidents and coordinate resolutions with users, vendors and internal teams.
• Develop, configure and maintain AI applications and automated workflows on approved platforms.
• Build prototypes and production apps using AI-assisted coding tools with testing and documentation.
• Design and maintain business apps/interfaces using JavaScript, Python, web APIs and databases.
• Collaborate with business users to analyze processes and define functional requirements.
• Formulate test cases, coordinate user acceptance testing, and provide end-user support.
• Implement information security, data privacy, and change management compliance.

Kenntnisse

JavaScript

Python

Ausbildung

Degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / Software Engineering / Data Science or related technical discipline

Jobbeschreibung

The Urban Renewal Authority (“URA”) is tasked to undertake, encourage, promote and facilitate urban renewal of Hong Kong in accordance with the provisions of the Urban Renewal Authority Ordinance and the Urban Renewal Strategy published by the Government. The URA adopts a comprehensive and holistic approach by ways of its two core businesses i.e. redevelopment and rehabilitation, as well as preservation, revitalisation and retrofitting, for creating a sustainable and quality living environment for the people of Hong Kong.

Responsibilities: Support the configuration, administration, and continuous enhancement of the Case Management System, including user access, workflow forms, business rules, and system parameters. Investigate system incidents, perform detailed root-cause analysis, and coordinate technical resolutions with business users, software vendors, and internal teams. Develop, configure, and maintain artificial intelligence applications, automated workflows, agents, prompts, and integrations on approved corporate platforms. Build prototypes and production applications using AI-assisted coding tools, ensuring code quality, security, and compliance through testing and documentation. Design, write, and maintain business applications, scripts, and interfaces utilizing technologies such as JavaScript, Python, web APIs, and databases. Collaborate with business users to analyze end-to-end operational processes, identify process pain points, and define detailed functional requirements. Formulate comprehensive test cases, coordinate user acceptance testing, and provide professional technical support and guidance to end-users. Implement standards for information security, data privacy, responsible AI usage, and change management compliance.

Requirements Degree holder in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience in application development, systems support, or business application implementation. Fresh graduates with substantial internship, placement year, or equivalent practical hands-on experience will also be considered for appointment as Assistant Officer. Solid hands-on programming skills in JavaScript and Python, with familiarity in web development, APIs, databases, software testing methodologies and version control. Exposure to AI platforms, workflow automation, agent development, generative AI, or AI-assisted coding. Experience in supporting configurable enterprise applications or case management systems is an advantage. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Attention to detail, with a sense of ownership over assigned tasks and the capability to manage priorities and meet project deadlines. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Closing date for application: 22 October 2026. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence and information provided will be used for the consideration of applications. Applicants not invited for interview within four weeks from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. Personal data provided by job applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used strictly in accordance with our “Personal Information Collection Statement Pertaining to Recruitment" for recruitment purpose only. A copy of the Statement is available on our website and obtainable on request. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions in the Authority and all personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for a maximum of two years.

The Urban Renewal Authority (URA) was established in May 2001 under the Urban Renewal Authority Ordinance as the statutory body to undertake, encourage, promote and facilitate urban renewal of Hong Kong, with a view to addressing the problem of urban decay and improving the living conditions of residents in old districts.