Job Title:        Systems Programmer
Department:   Information Technology Services Center
Job ID:            4038

Job Posting Details

Information Technology Services Center (ITSC) is responsible for developing and managing the IT infrastructure of the University, and championing the wise use of IT for learning, research and administration activities. The Infrastructure Systems team of ITSC develops, implements and supports various IT infrastructures and systems including but not limited to the following: (1) private cloud infrastructure for hosting virtual servers and desktops; (2) on-premises and public cloud messaging infrastructure for communication and collaboration; (3) identity and access management system for computer accounts and resource management; (4) Windows server clusters for enabling desktop computing environment; and (5) web application server farms for hosting websites and applications.

The Infrastructure Systems team is looking for a high-caliber individual to fill the position of Systems Programmer. The appointee will be required to undertake IT system development and deployment including programming, testing, implementation and IT automation, provide ongoing support and maintenance such as incident follow-up, change management and system performance tuning, and develop system documentation and operational procedures.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems or equivalent with at least 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in system administration of server operating systems such as Windows, Redhat, CentOS and Ubuntu. Knowledge in data center technologies such as SAN storage, data protection and VMware virtualization, and also object-oriented and web programming technologies such as PHP, Java, Python, HTML5, JavaScript and CSS is required.  Possession of VMware professional certification is definitely an advantage.  Applicants should have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, and good analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.  They should be able to work under pressure and a good team player with self-initiative attitude. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.  A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only. To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (http://jobs.ust.hk/) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Wednesday, 18 July 2018.  Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission.  We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.