HSBC Group

Business: Insurance
Open Positions: 1
Recruiter Name: Veronica Zhong

Why join us? 
Join our dynamic and innovative software development in Insurance IT within International Wealth & Personal Banking, where technology meets creativity to drive HSBC’s insurance business forward. Our Insurance plays a critical role in supporting various functions including Core capabilities, Omni-channel solutions, Product engines, Campaign management, underwriting, claims processing, policy administration, and risk management. As part of this team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values expertise, innovation, and strategic thinking while contributing to the company’s success.

The Opportunity: 
We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer to join our IWPB Insurance IT. This role involves participating in the development, testing, and maintenance of applications that support various insurance functions. You will collaborate closely with project managers, business analysts, and development teams to ensure high-quality deliverables. Additionally, you will play a key role in service quality management and release management, ensuring all processes comply with internal standards and best practices

What you’ll do: 
Service Quality Management: Ensure compliance with all required processes, including:
•  Monitoring Configuration Setup and Periodic Reviews
•  Vulnerability Management and Scanning (DAST, SAST, FOSS, MAST, CONT)
•  Performance and Stress Testing Triggers Management
•  Threat Modelling and Penetration Testing
•  Backup Requirements Establishment and Restoration Test Evidence
•  Document Resolution Plans for Vulnerabilities
•  Release Management: Plan, coordinate, and execute application releases, ensuring minimal disruption to production environments.
•  Manage deployment schedules and ensure compliance with approved deployment tools.
•  Track consumption and manage post-deployment checks.
•  Participate in the design, development, and testing of software solutions based on business requirements and technical specifications.
•  Write clean, maintainable code and perform unit testing to ensure software quality.
•  Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, product managers, and support teams, to ensure smooth project execution.
•  Troubleshoot and resolve production issues to ensure service stability.
•  Assist in knowledge-sharing activities and contribute to defect prevention initiatives.
•  Stay updated on industry trends and explore opportunities to apply new technologies or methodologies in ongoing projects.
 

What you will need to succeed in the role: 
•  Strong knowledge of Core Java and basic understanding of Design Patterns.
•  Familiarity with cloud-related development and tools such as AWS or GCP.
•  Basic understanding of Spring Boot, JPA/Hibernate, and microservices architecture.
•  Experience with release management processes and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Docker).
•  Familiarity with service quality management, including monitoring tools and incident resolution.
•  Fluent in both oral and written English.
•  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
•  Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new business requirements.
•  Disciplined approach, able to follow processes and suggest improvements where necessary.
•  Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and techniques (DAST, SAST, FOSS, MAST, CONT)

What additional skills will be good to have?
•  Knowledge of insurance products or domain-specific experience is a plus.
•  Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines).
•  Awareness of cybersecurity best practices and data protection principles.
•  Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Developer, Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), or similar credentials would be advantageous.
•  Basic understanding of performance optimization and scalability principles

Link to Candidate User Guide: 
https://hsbchrdirect.service-now.com/hrsp?id=kb_article&sys_id=60ce20691ba69010280dc9df1d4bcb56

You’ll achieve more at 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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