Technical Officer (Software Engineering) (Temporary Appointment)

This position is posted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). Job Ref: 260513015 學系/部門：Department of Rehabilitation Sciences Category: Management / Professional 截止日期：20 May 2026 Source: PolyU Careers Apply: https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/job_detail.php?job=260513015 ---

(Ref. 260513015)

[Appointment period: twelve months initially, with possibility of further appointment]

Duties

The appointee will assist in the research project titled “Peter Hung Endowed Professorship in Pain Management”. He/She will be required to:

(a) assist in the design, development and maintenance of software systems for health-related applications (e.g. data platforms, mobile/web applications);

(b) coordinate the integration of software systems, manage data workflows and support system deployment;

(c) oversee back-end development, database architecture and system performance optimisation;

(d) liaise with interdisciplinary teams (e.g. physiotherapists, researchers and external partners) regarding system requirements and implementation; and

(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his/her delegates.

Qualifications

Applicants should:

(a) have a recognised degree in Computer Science or related disciplines plus five or more years of relevant experience;

(b) have good interpersonal and communication skills; and

(c) be self-motivated as well as able to work independently and under pressure.

Preference will be given to those with experience in platform development or cloud-based services.

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.

Consideration of applications will commence on 20 May 2026 until the position is filled.