Application Development Manager - Banking

About the Client

Our client is a premier, tier-one international banking group with a strong market presence in Hong Kong and across Asia. They are expanding their technology team to upgrade and maintain core enterprise applications that support critical financial operations. This position is a 6-month extendable contract with high renewal potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive system development and enhancement projects for core Corporate Banking and Custody platforms.
• Gather user requirements and create detailed functional and technical design specifications.
• Supervise development teams to guarantee code quality and deliver projects on schedule.
• Perform hands-on software development, testing, and system maintenance.
• Partner with external vendors to ensure deliverables stay within scope and budget.
• Oversee quality assurance and end-to-end testing processes across the software life cycle.

Requirements

• Degree holder or above in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of solid experience in software engineering, ideally in a lead capacity.
• Hands-on proficiency in Java, JMS, WebSphere, Oracle, SQL, MQ, Python, UNIX, AIX, and Shell Scripting.
• Domain knowledge in Corporate Banking, Custody, Corporate Trust, or Agency Business is highly preferred.
• Solid grasp of the full SDLC, system architecture design, and QA testing practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with strong communication in English and Chinese (Mandarin is a plus).