Systems Analyst – mBridge and Digital Currency

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is charged with the responsibility for maintaining the stability and integrity of the monetary and financial systems of Hong Kong.  There is now an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for the following position in the Hong Kong FMI Services Limited (HKFMI), a wholly owned subsidiary of the HKMA:

Systems Analyst – mBridge and Digital Currency

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in next-generation Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) innovative projects
• Complete assigned technical tasks in the rollout of Project mBridge, including:

  -	Liaise with system operator on project deliverables and timeline
  -	Coordinate the collection of user and technical requirements
  -	Conduct local and cross-border testing and quality assurance work
  -	Assist in deployment of CBDC application systems
  -	Prepare technical and user documentation

• Assist the team in conducting research on CBDC-related technologies and study their implications to and interoperability with existing financial market infrastructures
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders from partnering institutions, such as international organisations, central banks, financial institutions, research institutions and technology firms

Requirements

• University degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, financial technology, or related disciplines
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in IT projects
• Knowledge of blockchain technologies, smart contracts, cloud platforms and application deployment
• Hands-on experience in any of the following preferred:

  -	Application deployment automation
  -	Infrastructure deployment and management
  -	Database management
  -	API integration

• Innovative mindset with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Fluency in both English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua

Conditions of service

• Appointment will be offered by the HKFMI on fixed contract terms
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered.  There is flexibility to take account of additional experience and qualifications
• Fringe benefits include medical and dental benefits and paid annual leave

How to apply

You may submit an application via one of the following channels:

1. Online application
2. By Mail

Send in the hard copy application form (available either at the HKMA’s reception counter or website https://www.hkma.gov.hk) to:

Recruitment Officer
Hong Kong Monetary Authority
55/F., Two International Finance Centre
8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong

Copies of transcripts together with a full resumé including details of past experience should be attached to the application.  Please mark your correspondence address and the position applied for on the envelope.

Completed application should reach the HKMA, via the designated submission channel, by 4 May 2024.  Applicants may wish to submit their applications in advance of the deadline to allow for any unexpected delays, e.g. with internet traffic, including file size restrictions and system maintenance downtime.  Those not contacted by the HKMA within three months from the closing date for applications should consider their applications filed for future reference.

HKFMI is an equal opportunities employer.  Personal data provided by applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request.  You may contact the Recruitment Officer at the above address.

The Online Application System is scheduled to perform regular system maintenance from Hong Kong time 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. every Wednesday.  During this time, online application will not be available.