Job description
Some careers have more impact than others.
If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impression, join HSBC and discover how valued you’ll be.
We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Associate Director, Software Engineering.
Business: IWPB Technology
Principal responsibilities
• Lead the design, development, and optimization of high-performance, scalable Java-based applications and microservices.
• Architect and maintain AWS cloud-native solutions, ensuring reliability, security, and cost efficiency.
• Drive technical excellence by conducting code reviews, mentoring engineers, and enforcing best practices in Java, databases (SQL), and Redis caching.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, DevOps, QA) to deliver robust, low-latency systems.
• Research and implement emerging technologies (e.g., RAG, AI-powered solutions) to deliver more intuitive, personalized, and intelligent user experiences for customers.
• Develop and maintain Python-based scripts or services for automation/data processing.
Requirements
• Core Java Expertise: 6+ years of hands-on Java development, deep knowledge of JVM, concurrency, Spring Boot/Cloud, and modern Java features (Streams, Lambdas).
• Cloud & DevOps: Proven experience with AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS) and cloud architecture best practices.
• Database & Caching: Strong skills in relational databases (Oracle/PostgreSQL) and Redis (clustering, performance tuning).
• Leadership: 2+ years leading engineering teams, with a track record of delivering complex projects end-to-end.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot distributed systems, optimize bottlenecks, and make data-driven decisions.
• CI/CD & IaC: Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, or infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Agile & Collaboration: Comfortable in Scrum/Kanban environments and working with remote teams.
Nice to have:
• Python Proficiency: Experience with Python frameworks (Django, Flask) for scripting or backend services.
• RAG/AI Knowledge: Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, or LLM integration.
You’ll achieve more when you join HSBC.
HSBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and, opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons irrespective of, but not limited to, their gender or genetic information, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, social status, medical care leave requirements, political affiliation, people with disabilities, color, national origin, veteran status, etc., We consider all applications based on merit and suitability to the role.
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***Issued By HSBC Software Development (GuangDong) Limited Xian Branch***