Systems Analyst - Contract- Insurance- Canto- 62k

Argyll Scott; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Argyll Scott seeks a technically capable professional to translate business needs into robust Java-based solutions. You will work with BAs, PMs, and global teams to ensure architectural alignment and smooth delivery across cloud platforms.

You will guide development, review designs, and support migration efforts from Microsoft Azure to Alibaba Cloud, contributing to a scalable core platform for staff and agents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related discipline.
• Solid understanding of Java application development and enterprise software engineering concepts.
• Familiarity with Angular or other modern frontend technologies.
• Experience in requirement gathering, functional analysis, and translating business needs into technical solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across business and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with BAs, PMs, and stakeholders to gather, analyse, and clarify requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and designs.
• Understand Java-based development and provide technical guidance to teams.
• Review solutions and designs for alignment with requirements and architecture.
• Coordinate with Chengdu development team to facilitate discussions and delivery.
• Provide technical oversight across development, enhancement, and maintenance.
• Contribute to the design and review of architecture and integration solutions.
• Support evolution of core platform for internal staff and agents.
• Participate in cloud migration discussions and Azure to AliCloud transitions.
• Collaborate with infra and cloud teams on solution architecture and migrations.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure clear communication and successful delivery.

Skills

Java development

Enterprise software

Frontend technologies

Requirements gathering

Stakeholder management

Communication

Bilingual Cantonese/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/SE

Tools

Angular

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Business Analysts, Project Managers, and business stakeholders to gather, analyse, and clarify business and functional requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications, application designs, and solution proposals.
• Understand Java-based application development and provide technical guidance to development teams when required.
• Review technical solutions, application designs, and development approaches to ensure alignment with business requirements and architectural standards.
• Work closely with the development team based in Chengdu to facilitate technical discussions, clarify requirements, and support solution delivery.
• Provide technical oversight and coordination across application development, enhancement, and maintenance activities.
• Contribute to the design and review of application architecture and integration solutions.
• Support the ongoing enhancement and evolution of the core platform serving internal staff and insurance agents.
• Participate in cloud migration discussions and support the transition of applications from Microsoft Azure to Alibaba Cloud (AliCloud).
• Collaborate with infrastructure and cloud teams to assess solution architecture, application dependencies, and migration considerations.
• Engage with business and IT stakeholders to ensure effective communication, requirement alignment, and successful project delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Solid understanding of Java application development and enterprise software engineering concepts.
• Familiarity with Angular or other modern frontend technologies.
• Experience in application solution design, technical analysis, or software development environments.
• Ability to understand technical requirements, review solution designs, and communicate effectively with development teams.
• Understanding of cloud computing concepts and application architecture.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure, Alibaba Cloud (AliCloud), or other major cloud platforms.
• Experience in requirement gathering, functional analysis, and translating business needs into technical solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work across business and technical teams.
• Ability to coordinate with distributed development teams and support technical discussions across different locations.
• Proficiency in Cantonese and English; Mandarin is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the insurance industry, particularly within retirement, pension, or financial services platforms.
• Background in banking, financial services, or multinational corporations (MNCs).
• Exposure to cloud migration projects, particularly from Microsoft Azure to Alibaba Cloud.
• Experience working with offshore or geographically distributed development teams.
• Familiarity with enterprise application architecture, system integration, and application modernisation.
• Experience supporting large-scale application enhancement or transformation programmes.