Associate Director (Application Development) (Post Ref.: 25/130)

Job title: Associate Director (Application Development) (Post Ref.: 25/130)

Company: Lingnan University


Job description: Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.Applications are now invited for the following post:Associate Director (Application Development)
Information Technology Services Centre
(Post Ref.: 25/130)ResponsibilitiesReporting to the CIO & University Librarian, the Associate Director (Application Development) for the Information Technology Services Centre (ITSC) will lead the strategic development, design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-level applications and software solutions critical to the university’s academic, administrative, and research operations. This role demands a visionary leader with robust technical expertise, exceptional management skills, strong leadership skills and a passion for leveraging technology to address institutional challenges. The successful candidate will oversee a team of developers, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure the delivery of secure, scalable, and user-centric applications aligned with Lingnan’s institutional goals. The appointee is required to deliver the following key responsibilities:1. Application Development Leadership:

• Lead and manage the ITSC’s application development team of over 16 developers, ensuring delivery of secure, scalable, and user-centric software solutions
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment, and post-launch support
• Steer the migration to a new Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system including planning for data migration, system integration with existing ERP and other internal systems, stakeholder engagement, vendor management, testing, and implementation while ensuring smooth operation of the university during migration
• Lead initiatives related to digital transformation, process automation, and integration with existing systems, fostering innovation across the University
• Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including Agile methodologies, DevOps, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD)

2. Strategic Planning:

• Support the CIO & University Librarian to develop and execute a technology roadmap that aligns with Lingnan’s strategic goals
• Identify and integrate emerging technologies (e.g. cloud computing, AI and data analytics) to optimize university operations and user experiences

3. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with academic faculties, administrative units, research staff and other stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver tailored IT solutions
• Build strong partnerships with vendors, external developers, and industry experts to ensure successful project outcomes

4. Project and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage budgets and resource allocations for application development projects
• Lead multiple high-priority projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and alignment with quality standards
• Proactively identify risks, resolve bottlenecks, and communicate progress to stakeholders

5. Team Development:

• Mentor and inspire the ITSC application development team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Conduct performance reviews, set professional development goals, and provide constructive feedback

6. Compliance and Security:

• Ensure all applications comply with university policies, data privacy regulations (e.g. PDPO, GDPR and PIPL), and cybersecurity best practices
• Implement robust security measures to safeguard sensitive university and user data

7. Perform any other duties as requested by supervisor(s)Requirements

• A recognized degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline
• At least 15 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing application development or similar functions
• Proven track record in successfully leading large-scale IT projects from conception to implementation, preferably in an academic or research environment
• Experience in ERP migration is highly desirable
• Expertise in enterprise systems (e.g. ERP, LMS and CRM), Agile/Scrum methodologies, DevOps practices, and modern programming languages (e.g. Java, Python and .NET)
• Proficiency in database systems (SQL and Oracle), web technologies (HTML5 and JavaScript frameworks), cloud platforms (AWS and Azure) and API development
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills with strong ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Outstanding project management skills, with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, or ITIL, and knowledge of AI, machine learning, or data analytics tools is preferred

Salary and Fringe Benefits
The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund and gratuity.Application Procedure
Please click “Apply Now” to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Location: Tuen Mun, Hong Kong

Job date: Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:59:54 GMT

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