Senior Full-stack Software Engineer

Manulife Financial; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife Financial seeks a Senior Full-stack Software Engineer to own end-to-end development across frontend, backend and cloud infrastructure. You will lead architectural discussions, mentor teams, ensure code quality, and drive delivery in a SCRUM environment while collaborating with cross-functional partners to deliver scalable, secure solutions on Azure and related services.

This role requires strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and a passion for building resilient systems in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of full-stack software development experience; minimum of 5 years in a leading role.
• Proficiency in Java, Springboot, Angular, Node.js/React, Azure DB, JavaScript, AKS & Azure cloud services.
• Solid experience or knowledge of Alibaba cloud, Polar DB, AI technologies are an advantage.
• Experience with DevOps, RESTful API design, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins) and version control.
• Strong understanding of performance optimization and coding standards.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to coach, mentor and lead teams.
• Experiments with emerging technologies and understanding how they will impact what comes next.
• Familiarity with insurance industry and distribution compensation systems is a plus.
• Experience managing sizable projects or programs is preferable

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain end-to-end application stack including frontend, backend and cloud infrastructure.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to feature/system design.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and industry norms.
• Debug and resolve technical issues with cross-functional teams.
• Apply best practices for system security including authentication, authorization, encryption, and threat mitigation.
• Write clean, well-documented code adhering to industry standards.
• Manage vendor to ensure timely, high-quality, cost-effective deliverables.
• Contribute to Agile planning and delivery of user stories in a SCRUM environment.
• Provide production support during non-office hours as required.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Architecture

Agile / SCRUM

Performance optimization

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

Node.js / React

Azure DB

Azure cloud services

AKS

Job description

Senior Full-stack Software Engineer

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain end-to-end application stack which includes frontend, backend and cloud infrastructure.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the design of new features and systems.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and follow industry norms.
• Debug and resolve technical issues and bugs in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Apply best practices for system security, including authentication, authorization, encryption, and threat mitigation.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code adhering to industry standards.
• Manage vendor to ensure timely, high-quality, and cost-effective deliverables.
• Contribute to Agile planning and delivery of user stories in a SCRUM environment.
• Provide production support during non-office hours as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of full-stack software development experience; minimum of 5 years of experience in a leading role
• Proficiency in Java, Springboot, Angular, Node.js/React, Azure DB, JavaScript, AKS & Azure cloud services
• Solid experience or technical knowledge of Alibaba cloud, Polar DB, AI technologies are an advantage
• Experience with DevOps, RESTful API design, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins) and version control.
• Strong understanding of performance optimization and coding standard
• Collaborative mindset with ability to coach, mentor and lead teams.
• Experiments with emerging technologies and understanding how they will impact what comes next.
• Familiarity with insurance industry and distribution compensation systems is a plus.
• Experience managing sizable projects or programs is preferable

When you join our team

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies.

To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail]