Senior Engineer (Full stack)

South China Morning Post Publishers Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

SCMP is seeking a software engineer to develop and maintain scalable web platforms, subscriptions, and publishing applications from our Causeway Bay office in Hong Kong. You will collaborate with product managers, UI/UX designers, and fellow engineers to prototype, build, test, and deliver impactful features using modern tooling and AI-assisted development.

You should have a degree in software engineering or computer science, 2+ years in back-end Node.js, familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes, and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on back-end development experience using Node.js.
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes is desirable.
• Experience with AI development tools and Agentic Coding is a plus.
• Strong debugging skills and ability to review AI-generated code.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable solutions for SCMP's digital platforms including website, subscriptions, and web publishing apps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, test, and deliver features.
• Utilize AI-assisted development tools to accelerate prototyping and coding.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and ensure code quality and security.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to project planning and refinement.

Skills

Node.js back-end development

AI development tools

Code review & debugging

Teamwork & communication

Open-source contributions

English & Chinese proficiency

Education

Diploma or Degree in Software Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Agentic coding

OpenCode

GitHub Copilot

LLM agents

Job description

The SCMP Product & Technology team is composed of Product Managers, Engineers and Designers. Ownership, meritocracy and collaboration are at our core. We are not afraid to think differently, embrace new ideas and dream big. We empower ownership and share responsibility. We support each other to achieve and grow. Our goal is simple - to create products that delight our customers and readers.

Purpose of the Role:

In this role, you will:

• Develop and maintain scalable solutions for SCMP's digital platforms, focusing on website platform features, subscriptions and web publishing applications.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (product managers, UI/UX designers, and fellow engineers) to conceptualize, build, test, and deliver impactful products.
• Utilize Agentic coding and AI-assisted development tools (e.g., OpenCode, GitHub Copilot, LLM agents) to accelerate prototyping, code generation, and testing.
• Act as the human-in-the-loop to critically review, refactor, and audit AI-generated code, ensuring it meets strict performance, security, and architectural standards.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to architectural standards.
• Participate in Agile events including daily stand-ups, sprint plannings, refinement meetings, and retrospectives.

Skills and Experience that will lead to success:

• Diploma or Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on, relevant back-end development experience using Node.js.
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes is desired.
• Experience with implementing A/B testing or E-commerce features is a plus.
• Experience with AI development tools and Agentic Coding, accompanied by strong debugging skills to validate AI-generated outputs.
• A strong passion for developing high-quality web applications.
• An open-minded, highly responsible, and self-motivated approach to teamwork.
• Active contributions to open-source projects.
• Excellent communication skills with proficiency in English and Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin).

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The South China Morning Post (SCMP) is a leading news media company reporting on China and Asia for over a century. Founded in 1903 and headquartered in Hong Kong, SCMP is the city's newspaper of record with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the US. Our vision is to "Elevate Thought" and our mission is to "Lead the global conversation about China." SCMP champions the plurality of voices in Asia through its extensive news coverage and is committed to high-standard journalism. Besides its flagship newspaper, SCMP publishes news 24/7 on SCMP.com. In 2020, SCMP became the first Asian news organization to join the Trust Project, promoting global transparency standards for journalism.

The South China Morning Post (SCMP) is a leading news media company reporting on China and Asia for over a century. Founded in 1903 and headquartered in Hong Kong, SCMP is the city's newspaper of record with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the US. Our vision is to "Elevate Thought" and our mission is to "Lead the global conversation about China." SCMP champions the plurality of voices in Asia through its extensive news coverage and is committed to high-standard journalism. Besides its flagship newspaper, SCMP publishes news 24/7 on SCMP.com. In 2020, SCMP became the first Asian news organization to join the Trust Project, promoting global transparency standards for journalism.