Senior Java Systems Developer - Post-Trade Platform

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join IT Post Trade Systems. You will design, implement and support mission‑critical post‑trade software on Linux and cloud infrastructure.

The role requires 10+ years in large-scale systems, strong Java expertise, and experience with microservices, REST APIs, and DevOps tools. You will work with cross‑functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions in a high‑stakes financial environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10+ years in software development for large scale, mission critical systems.
• Strong Java proficiency; knowledge of JavaScript and HTML5.
• Experience with Linux, shell scripting, databases and SQL.
• Experience with Microservices, containers and REST API development.
• Familiarity with DevOps SDLC, CI/CD tools (Jira, Git, JUnit, Docker).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Post-Trade Systems software across the full development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver features.
• Ensure solutions meet architecture, security, and performance standards.
• Provide production support and BAU tasks after go‑live.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

HTML5

Linux

Microservices

REST APIs

Cloud

DevOps

CI/CD

Security

Kafka

ActiveMQ

IBM MQ

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Jira

Git

JUnit

Docker

Job description

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join IT Post Trade Systems. You will design, implement and support mission‑critical post‑trade software on Linux and cloud infrastructure.

The role requires 10+ years in large-scale systems, strong Java expertise, and experience with microservices, REST APIs, and DevOps tools. You will work with cross‑functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions in a high‑stakes financial environment.