Applications are invited for appointment as Software Developer, to commence as soon as possible.

The appointee will join the Laboratory of Data Discovery for Health (D24H), a start-up company incorporated by The University of Hong Kong (HKU) that is led by senior faculty members of the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at HKU, and work in a highly motivated inter-disciplinary team to develop mobile applications, cloud computing solutions or other AI-enabled computational solutions for our multiple healthcare related projects in the R&D team.

Responsibilities:

• Develop responsive, efficient, and intuitive user interfaces using React.js and associated libraries;
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate designs and prototypes into functional components;
• Ensure optimal performance of components across various devices and browsers;
• Maintain well-structured, documented, and scalable codebase;
• Conduct unit tests and debugging to ensure software meets specifications;
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to resolve software defects and performance issues;
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, including front-end developers, back-end developers, and product managers, to deliver high-quality software solutions;
• Implement RESTful APIs and backend services using Python, JavaScript, or other suitable languages, such as C#;
• Integrate databases, data storage solutions, and third-party services for seamless functionality;
• Optimise backend performance and scalability to support large-scale applications;
• Utilise DevOps practices for continuous integration, deployment, and automated testing; and
• Stay updated on industry trends, techniques, and best practices in software development.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related disciplines;
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience as a Software Developer, encompassing front-end and back-end development;
• Proficiency in React.js and its core principles;
• Strong understanding of JavaScript, including ES6+ features;
• Demonstrated expertise in HTML and CSS, including preprocessors like Sass or LESS, and familiar with UI frameworks such as MUI (Material-UI) and Bootstrap;
• Knowledge of web markup languages, including HTML5 and CSS3;
• Experience with version control systems like Git;
• Familiarity with state management libraries such as Redux is advantageous;
• Understanding of RESTful API principles and best practices;
• Experience working with cloud platforms, particularly Azure;
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively; and
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Applicants should click Apply Now and attach an application letter and a detailed resume stating the current and expected salary. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.