We are seeking a seasoned Tech Lead to join our digital delivery and transformation team. Based in Hong Kong, this role involves leading complex digital projects across Hong Kong and Macau, playing a vital part in designing and developing next-gen digital IT solutions to support strategic initiatives. The Tech Lead will be responsible for overseeing local and offshore development teams, ensuring on-time delivery within budget, and aligning architectural solutions with the company’s technology roadmap. This is a hands-on leadership role that includes collaboration with business stakeholders to define strategy and requirements, conducting solution assessments, and leading design from front-end to back-end systems.
The successful candidate must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering, with over ten years of IT experience including at least five in digital projects and three in a delivery lead role. Proficiency in full-stack development is essential, along with knowledge of technologies such as HTML5, React, Angular, Vue, Flutter, Node.js, Java, Spring Boot, and mobile application platforms. Experience with cloud computing (AWS or Azure), DevOps practices, microservices architecture, API development, and containerisation using Docker and Kubernetes is critical. Familiarity with CRM systems, chatbot solutions, RPA, authentication protocols (OAuth, OpenID, SAML), and content management systems like Adobe Experience Manager is advantageous.
The Tech Lead will spearhead software engineering practices, ensuring code quality, scalability, and system performance. Key responsibilities include leading agile development teams, ensuring architecture best practices, managing production deployments, and providing system support and training. The role also covers troubleshooting, production support, and driving continuous process improvements in line with security and compliance standards. Communication skills are vital, as the role involves leading discussions with internal users and external vendors, conducting trainings, and presenting solutions to senior stakeholders.
This position does not require licensing under the Insurance Authority, Securities and Futures Commission, or the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority. The role reports to senior leadership within the digital delivery and transformation function and may supervise development teams. A proactive, self-motivated attitude and the ability to independently navigate the organisation are essential for success in this role.