Software Engineer/ Assistant Software Engineer (Data & Applications)

Siemens; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Hong Kong leads Smart Infrastructure – Electrification & Automation. We seek a developer to build the software layer behind our reporting and data analysis tools, turning raw equipment data into client insights and expanding into full client-facing applications as the business grows.

You will receive hands-on training in power systems and work with solutions specialists to deliver substation automation, industrial IT/OT convergence and cloud solutions for HK and Macau markets.

Qualifications

• Degree holder in Engineering, IT, CS or equivalent disciplines.
• 2 years of hands-on software development with front-end or back-end web skills.
• Knowledge of Power industry, iIoT/PLC/Protection and Control would be an advantage.
• Familiarity with AI tools for data analysis is a plus.
• Good communication and customer-focused mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop on-premises/cloud user applications to support HK and Macau markets.
• Assist Sales Manager in Smart power distribution and Smart Grid solutions and create automated reporting tools.
• Deliver pioneer solution projects including Energy Monitoring, Asset Condition and Performance management, Microgrid, Renewable integrations and BESS.
• Provide technical support to clients and troubleshoot issues.
• Support software configuration, PLC programming, app development, patch deployment and OT/IT integration testing.
• Perform site testing, commissioning, and services support.
• Maintain project documentation and ISO-aligned quality records.
• Assist with tender preparation and respond to sales inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with ISO9000 and safety regulations within the division.

Skills

Software development

Front-end or back-end web development

MS Office

AutoCAD

Power industry knowledge

AI tools familiarity

English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Information Technology/Computer Science

Tools

IEEE/IEC standards familiarity

Job description

Smart Infrastructure – Electrification & Automation

Our division delivers systems that monitor, analyse and manage electrical equipment across building, industrial facilities and infrastructure projects in Hong Kong and Macau. Our clients rely on this data to reduce energy consumption, anticipate equipment failure and integrate renewable energy into their operations.

The Role

We are seeking a developer to build the software layer behind these solutions, you will begin with the reporting and data analysis tools that turn raw equipment data into insight for our clients, and develop these into full client-facing applications as the business grows. This role suits someone who wants their software work grounded in a technical industry rather than in software alone. You will be trained in power systems from the ground up by an experienced solutions specialist.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the business development in Smart Power Distribution and Smart Grid applications solutions within Smart Infrastructure – Electrification & Automation Business Unit. The primary responsibilities include:

• Develop the on premises/ cloud user application to support the business development and sales activities in HK and Macau market
• Assist the Sales Manager in developing Smart power distribution and Smart Grid solutions and develop automated reporting and data analysis tools that turn raw equipment data into clear, client-ready reports
• Execute the pioneer solution projects, including but not limited to Energy Monitoring, Asset Condition and Performance management, Microgrid, Renewable integrations and BESS…etc
• Provide technical and project support to clients on trouble shooting
• Able to support software configuration, PLC programming, application development, patch deployment and system integration testing.
• Perform site testing and commissioning, and services support
• Manage project documentation and technical drawings in accordance with internal ISO system, safety, health, environmental and quality requirements
• Support sales enquiry and / or variation in projects and working together with Sales/ Project Manager for tender preparation
• Comply with ISO9000, safety regulations and quality system within division

Requirements

Individuals who meet the following requirements or possess the equivalent combination of competence and experience are invited to apply:

• Degree holder in Engineering , Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering and other equivalent disciplines
• 2 years of working experience in engineering field/ IT industry with hands-on software development experience and Front-end or back-end web development experience is a plus. Promising candidates with less experience will be also considered as Assistant System Engineer.
• Knowledge and experience in Power industry, particularly in industrial IoT (iIoT)/ PLC System / Protection and Control System and Secondary Equipment testing would be an advantage.
• Familiarity with AI tools, or experience applying AI to data analysis, is a plus
• Good communication skill and high initiative to take up challenges
• Passionate and eager to learn, can work independently with customer focus, and a genuine interest in the power and energy industry
• Well-versed in MS Office and AutoCAD applications
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English, Cantonese and Mandarin

Technical Exposure

• Working alongside our solutions specialists and on live client sites, you will gain hands‑on exposure to:
• Substation automation systems
• Industrial communication protocols such as Modbus and IEC 61850
• Industrial IoT (iIoT) and time‑series data platforms
• To convergence of IT and operational technology (OT), including security considerations specific to industrial networks

Remarks

• The candidate will be employed by outsourced company

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Attractive remuneration package and excellent career prospects will be offered to the right candidate.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly for recruitment related purposes only. We shall retain the personal data of unsuccessful applicants for 1 year.