System Architect (Azure) - IC

Classy Wheeler Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services firm in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced IT Architect to design and integrate solutions in compliance with enterprise architecture standards. Candidates must have at least 8 years of proven IT experience in software development, with extensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure and cloud technologies. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to address security and compliance requirements are required. Fluent Cantonese and proficient English are essential for communication in this role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years proven IT experience in software development.
• 5 years in a similar role with relevant technical skills.
• Microsoft Azure Certification is preferable.
• Extensive experience (3+ years) with technologies in Enterprise Architecture Framework.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy systems according to technical specifications.
• Manage end-to-end system integrations of various applications.
• Review system designs and recommend improvements.
• Propose cost-effective enhancements to architecture.
• Address security and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate solutions.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

.NET

Agile

Microservices

API

SQLDB

Java

Python

Ruby

Elixir

Education

Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering

Job description

Leading IT&T services company in Hong Kong

Job Description

• In charge of designing, building and deploying the total system and various solution components integration in accordance with the technical specifications and in compliance with the Enterprise Architecture Framework and mandated technology stacks, especially the cloud strategy and cloud platform.
• Design, create and monitor the implementation of end-to-end system integrations for the total solutions with various applications that comprise the system of records.
• Review new and existing system designs and make recommendations for improving the systems overall performance, reliability, scalability and extensibility.
• Solution and propose cost effective enhancements to existing architecture and infrastructure framework pertinent to streamline integration of the proposed solution and overall performance of the enterprise architecture based on industry best practices or standards.
• Able to consider operations management and non-functional requirements, and design the non-functional components of the proposed total solution.
• Able to address security, data privacy and cybersecurity requirements and ensure regulatory compliance of the total solution.
• Develop and execute thorough test plans at various testing stages to validate and harden the technical performance, stability and integration of the proposed solution with the group’s infrastructure platform, report findings and resolve any technical issues.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering is a must.
• Possess at least 8+ years proven IT experience in software development and implementation of which 5 years must be in similar role with relevant technical skills.
• Microsoft Azure Certification is preferable.
• Possess hands‑on extensive experience (3+ years) with various technologies prescribed in Enterprise Architecture Framework, especially Microsoft AZURE, Cloud, .NET, DevOps, Agile, Microservices, API and APIM, SQLDB, etc…
• Extensive experience with programming languages such as .NET, Java, Python, Ruby and/or Elixir.
• Solid experience in using industry standard methodology for design and enterprise architecture.
• Solid experience with end-to‑end bespoke application development lifecycle including requirement analysis, application design, coding, testing, data conversion, debugging and documentation, design thinking, plus agile and DevOps development methodology.
• Strong technical problems diagnosis and resolution skills with good insights of technology best practice and design principles.
• Fluent in speaking Cantonese English.
• Good command of English and Chinese writing, and presentation skills.