(Senior) Systems Analyst - OTC Clearing & Risk - IT (12-month contract)

Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Ltd is seeking a highly motivated Java Developer to join its IT division. You will work on mission-critical systems supporting Hong Kong's financial infrastructure, involved in full software lifecycle and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and scalable solutions.

Role focuses on clearing and settlement systems, with emphasis on microservices, cloud platforms, and DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related IT disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in system development.
• Exposure to financial services or highly regulated industries is an advantage.
• Experience in microservices architecture and cloud platforms (HCS preferred), including Kafka, Kubernetes, and containerized applications.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Jira, GitLab, Nexus, JUnit, SonarQube, Docker).
• Knowledge of Spring Boot, GaussDB, Hibernate, and Linux scripting.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement next-generation clearing and settlement systems to support OTC derivatives.
• Maintain and enhance the OTC Clearing and Settlement System (OCASS), ensuring high availability and performance.
• Conduct unit, integration, and system testing; support user acceptance testing (UAT) phases.
• Work closely with business users, QA teams, and other IT units to ensure smooth implementation and delivery.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical and functional documentation, deployment guides, and operational procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and system optimization.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Java

Microservices

Cloud platforms

Spring Boot

DevOps

Kafka/Kubernetes

Linux scripting

Security practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related IT disciplines

Tools

Jira

GitLab

Nexus

JUnit

SonarQube

Docker

Kubernetes

GaussDB

Job description

We're home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day. HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "ToConnect,PromoteandProgressour Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Java Developer to join our dynamic IT division. This role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that underpin Hong Kong's financial infrastructure. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, secure, and scalable solutions.

Job Duties:

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement next-generation clearing and settlement systems to support OTC derivatives.
• Maintain and enhance the OTC Clearing and Settlement System (OCASS), ensuring high availability and performance.
• Conduct unit, integration, and system testing; support user acceptance testing (UAT) phases.
• Work closely with business users, QA teams, and other IT units to ensure smooth implementation and delivery.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical and functional documentation, deployment guides, and operational procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and system optimization.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related IT disciplines
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in system development.
• Exposure to financial services or other highly regulated industries is an advantage.
• Experience in microservices architecture and cloud platforms (HCS preferred), including Kafka, Kubernetes, and containerized applications is preferred.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Jira, GitLab, Nexus, JUnit, SonarQube, Docker).
• Knowledge of Spring Boot, GaussDB, Hibernate, and Linux scripting.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and performance tuning.
• Good command of written and good listening in English.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage tasks independently under minimal supervision.

HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.