Digital Application Developer

About the role

AECOM is recruiting a Digital Application Developer in Hong Kong (Cheung Sha Wan) to design, develop, test and maintain software systems and AI-powered applications based on client requirements. The role sits at the Analyst Programmer level, and candidates with more experience may be considered for a higher-level position. Deployment to the client's office or station at AECOM head office may be required.

Key responsibilities

• Translate business needs into technical solutions with stakeholders.
• Build and manage system infrastructure, including data pipelines, storage, computational environments and AI model integration frameworks.
• Test systems functionally, for performance and security, and provide technical support and troubleshooting for deployed solutions.
• Document processes, workflows and system architecture, and propose improvements for efficiency and performance.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, data privacy laws and industry regulations.
• Stay up to date with programming, system development, Generative AI, AI agents and large language models (LLMs).

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software technology or a related field (professional qualifications are a plus).
• Minimum 3 years of IT experience in a related function within the past 10 years.
• Native fluency in spoken Cantonese and proficient written Chinese; strong written and spoken English.
• Ability to lead technology-driven change, manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines, and present verbally and in writing.

Required skills

• Web-based software development, database implementation and AI application development and deployment.
• Strong SQL; familiarity with NoSQL is an advantage.
• Proficiency in coding languages and frameworks such as Python and JavaScript.
• DevOps practices, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and automated testing/deployment.
• Hands-on experience with LLMs, AI chatbots, AI agents, prompt engineering, vector databases and RAG is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of GIS and BIM is a plus.

What we offer

• Benefits depending on employment status, which may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, flexible work options, well-being resources, an employee assistance program, business travel insurance, retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
• Training and development programs and a global team working on projects across water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings.