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.
CMU OmniClear Limited (CMU OmniClear) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Exchange Fund. It carries out the operation and business development activities of the Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU) on behalf of the HKMA. As part of the critical financial market infrastructure in Hong Kong, CMU is a central securities depository (CSD), providing secure and efficient clearing, settlement and custodian services for securities. CMU OmniClear’s vision is to continuously enhance CMU service coverage, expand connectivity with other markets and upgrade the CMU infrastructure to provide market participants with comprehensive and quality services.
We now invite eligible candidates to join our dynamic and inclusive company for the exciting opportunity below:
Senior Associate (IT - Post-Trade Systems Engineer)
Key Responsibilities
- Developer and software architect - Participate in design, development, deployment and maintenance of server-side applications using VB.Net, ASP.NET, Java, and PL/SQL
- Service delivery engineer - Monitor and review system performance to ensure reliability, scalability, and security
- Production support engineer - Perform troubleshooting and resolve complex technical issues
- Business analyst - Prepare functional and technical specifications, workshops, and documentation to ensure seamless integration and knowledge sharing
- Test engineer - Conduct technical integration testing and assist in user acceptance testing to guarantee high-quality deliverables
- Incident manager - Provide on-call support for production incidents and ensure adequate escalation
Requirements
- University degree in computer science, information technology, or related fields
- At least 3 years of experience in web-based application development and support in the financial sector; advantage for experience in translating business requirements into technical architecture
- Proficient in VB.Net, ASP.NET and/or Java programming, with a strong understanding of software development principles and methodologies; advantage for experience in PROWIDE library or an equivalent SWIFT message parser/generator library
- Experience with shell script in IBM AIX and/or Unix environment
- Experience in RESTful API with JSON and XML
- Knowledge of SWIFT MX and MT message formats; advantage for experience in IBM MQ series for enterprise messaging integration
- Advantage for knowledge in SQL, stored procedure programming and/or Crystal Reports
- Fluent in Cantonese (both spoken and written) and good command of English, with good communication and interpersonal skills; advantage for proficiency in Mandarin (both spoken and written)
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Be a team player, self-motivated, and proactive to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT and operations, to achieve business targets
- Candidates with supplementary experience and qualifications will also be considered, even if they do not meet all of the specified requirements above
(Candidates with less experience may be considered for an offer of appointment at Associate level.)
Conditions of service
- Appointment will be offered by CMU OmniClear
- 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:
- Online application
- 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 résumé 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 20 December 2025. 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 CMU OmniClear within three months from the closing date for applications should consider their applications filed for future reference.
CMU OmniClear is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes application from all qualified candidates. All information provided will be handled strictly in accordance with our personal data policy, 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.
Learn more about the business of CMU OmniClear: www.CMUOmniClear.com.
