Senior Systems Analyst (Student Information Systems)

OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Senior Systems Analyst (Student Information Systems) (26270178)

The Office of Information Technology is seeking a dedicated Senior Systems Analyst to join our team. Reporting to the Senior Information Technology Manager (Student Information Systems), the appointee will play a crucial role in the development, maintenance, and support of the Student Information Systems, as well as other initiatives and projects that emerge from the University's digital transformation journey.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, enhance, and provide support to existing systems and applications (Java/Web/Client Server);
• Participate in all stages of the system development life cycle, including requirements analysis and design, system development, testing, implementation;
• Prepare comprehensive system specifications and maintain accurate documentation;
• Create testing plans and ensure deliverables are of high quality and adhere to guidelines;
• Provide technical expertise and support to end-users;
• Collaborate with other IT teams, vendors, and system implementers;
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of new technologies, software, and hardware to meet evolving business needs;
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, ensuring timely and effective resolutions; and
• Perform other IT projects and assignments as assigned.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science or related discipline;
• Minimum of 5 years or above of post-qualification experience in application development;
• At least 3 years of experience as a Systems Analyst with application development expertise;
• Excellent skills and experience in:
  • PowerBuilder development (experience with PFC is a plus);
  • Java/JEE development, including EJB technologies, JSF, AJAX, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and modern frameworks such as React, and Node.js;
  • Frontend and web development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP;
  • Database development: SQL, PL/SQL, and working with RDBMS such as Sybase, MySQL, and MSSQL;
  • Scripting and automation using Linux/Unix shell scripting;
  • Administration and deployment on enterprise web application servers, specifically IBM WebSphere Server and Oracle WebLogic Server;
  • Migrating and refactoring Java/JEE applications between web application servers, particularly from IBM WebSphere to Oracle WebLogic;
  • Familiarity with API management tools (e.g., Boomi) is an advantage;
• Prior experience with student information systems will be highly desirable;
• Self-starter and results-oriented, with strong business acumen; and
• Ability to work well in a team environment while also being capable of working independently.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.

The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two and a half years.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for an interview 8 weeks after submission of their applications may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.