Senior Systems Analyst (Artificial Intelligence)

OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Senior Systems Analyst (Artificial Intelligence) (26270026)

The Senior Systems Analyst will join the Application & Integration Services Section, playing a crucial role within the Office of Information Technology and reporting directly to the Information Technology Manager. The incumbent will take a leading role in developing, integrating and supporting AI-enabled applications and automation solutions across different areas in the University, while also contributing to application development and system integration in support of our digital transformation towards an AI-enabled community.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, integrate and support AI-enabled applications and automation solutions to enhance University operations and services;
• Apply AI-assisted development practices to enhance software delivery, coding, testing, documentation and system modernisation;
• Integrate AI platforms/tools, application APIs and internal/external systems to automate processes, improve service efficiency and support business needs;
• Develop, enhance and support web and mobile applications as a secondary focus, including solutions built with React, React Native, Node.js, Java, PHP, Python and related technologies;
• Participate in the full development lifecycle: requirements gathering, analysis, solution design, development, testing, deployment and maintenance support;
• Assist team lead to prepare system specifications, technical documentation, security/governance notes and user guides;
• Evaluate and adopt emerging AI, agentic, cloud and application technologies to meet evolving business needs;
• Collaborate with other IT teams, vendors, system implementers and user departments; and
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues promptly and provide support for any IT projects as required.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, or a related discipline;
• At least 6 years of post-qualification experience in application development;
• At least 3 years of experience in AI-related application development, solution implementation, system integration, automation or related areas;
• Strong hands-on experience in AI-enabled application development, automation and system integration;
• Experience in:
  • Developing or integrating AI-enabled applications, automation solutions or intelligent services to address practical business needs;
  • Using AI-assisted development tools for coding, debugging, testing, documentation and productivity improvement;
  • Developing applications with technologies such as React, Node.js, PHP, Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, etc.;
  • Web application development and system integration; mobile application development (iOS/Android) would be an advantage;
  • Database management and operations with tools such as MSSQL and NoSQL DB;
  • Agile development, CI/CD and DevOps practices;
  • Cloud platforms or cloud services would be an advantage;
  • Oracle WebLogic Server, IBM WebSphere Server or Apache is optional and would be an advantage; and
  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is a plus;
• Eagerness to learn and develop AI/ML, agentic application and emerging technology skills;
• Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with the team; and
• Self-motivated, and able to work independently.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.
The initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review, mutual agreement and availability of funding.
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 interview 8 weeks after submission of the application 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.