Software Engineer(Insurance)

Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 335,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive monthly salary

Benefits package

Renewable contract

Job summary

A reputable organization in the insurance sector is seeking a skilled engineer to build and enhance production-grade applications using Python or Java. The role involves working with Azure Databricks, managing deployments on Azure Kubernetes Service, and overseeing CI/CD workflows. Ideal candidates will have strong backend development skills and knowledge of Azure components. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment in Hong Kong.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in Python or Java for backend development.
• Practical knowledge of Azure components such as AKS and APIM.
• Competent in deploying and managing containerized applications.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and Git workflows.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance production-grade applications based on Azure Databricks logic.
• Develop secure, high-performing REST APIs using Azure technology.
• Manage full CI/CD workflows and oversee multi-environment deployments.
• Oversee CI/CD workflows using Azure DevOps, from container image builds to multi-environment deployments via ACR and AKS.
• Integrate applications with the Azure data ecosystem, including Data Lake Gen2, Unity Catalog, and relational databases.
• Coordinate cross-cloud integrations with GCP components such as Vertex AI.
• Support the transition of data science outputs into stable microservices in production.

Skills

Python backend development

Java backend development

Azure components knowledge

Git proficiency

Docker understanding

Kubernetes experience

CI/CD best practices

REST APIs

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Microservices

GCP Vertex AI

Tools

Azure Databricks

Azure Kubernetes Service

CI/CD with Azure DevOps

Data Lake Gen2

Unity Catalog

Job description

• Cutting-edge Azure engineering role with strong cloud-native exposure
• Opportunity to operationalize data models into scalable applications

About Our Client

Our client is a reputable organization within the insurance industry, operating as part of a large organization with a focus on innovation and technology. The company is committed to delivering exceptional services and fostering a results‑driven environment.

Job Description

• Build and enhance production‑grade applications in Python or Java based on logic originating from Azure Databricks.
• Develop secure, high‑performing REST APIs and configure Azure API Management and Application Gateway.
• Manage containerized deployments on Azure Kubernetes Service, including YAML/K8s configuration.
• Oversee full CI/CD workflows using Azure DevOps, from container image builds to multi‑environment deployments through ACR and AKS.
• Integrate applications with the Azure data ecosystem, including Data Lake Gen2, Unity Catalog, and relational databases.
• Coordinate cross‑cloud integrations with GCP components such as FHIR Store and Vertex AI.
• Support the transition of data science outputs into stable microservices in production.

The Successful Applicant

• Strong hands‑on experience in Python or Java for backend development.
• Practical knowledge of Azure components: AKS, APIM, App Gateway, and Azure OpenAI.
• Familiar with Databricks, Data Factory pipelines, and RDBMS operations.
• Competent in Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD best practices.
• Experience building microservices and scalable REST APIs.
• Bonus: exposure to GCP services such as Vertex AI or healthcare data standards like FHIR.
• Understanding of data lakehouse concepts, particularly Unity Catalog.
• Suitable for candidates with 2+ years of experience.

What's on Offer

• Competitive monthly salary and benefits package.
• Renewable contract offering continued career opportunities.
• Exposure to innovative technology projects in the insurance industry.
• Supportive and professional work environment in Hong Kong.

If you are ready to advance your career in a thriving technology department, apply today!