Estimated 2025 salaries and requirements for T-contract (term contract) IT roles in Hong Kong’s government, based on my experience and market trends. This covers Junior Programmer (Jp), Programmer (P), Assistant Programmer (Ap), Systems Analyst (Sa), Senior Systems Analyst (Ssa), Senior Systems Manager (Ssm), and Assistant General Manager (Agm).
Salary Ranges (Monthly, Approx., 2025 Estimates):
- Junior Programmer (Jp): HK$1x,xxx–HK$2x,xxx
- Programmer (P): HK$3x,xxx–HK$4x,xxx
- Assistant Programmer (Ap): HK$3x,xxx–HK$5x,xxx
- Systems Analyst (Sa): HK$4x,xxx–HK$7x,xxx
- Senior Systems Analyst (Ssa): HK$5x,xxx–HK$8x,xxx
- Senior Systems Manager (Ssm): HK$7x,xxx–HK$9x,xxx
- Assistant General Manager (Agm): HK$8x,xxx–HK$1xx,xxx+
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General Requirements: Depends on specific JD in different team (Application, Database, Helpdesk, System, Infra etc)
- Junior Professional (Jp):
- Years of Experience: 0–2 years.
- Experience: Entry-level IT support, basic coding (e.g., Python, JavaScript), or helpdesk tasks. Familiarity with government systems (e.g., Windows, basic cloud tools) helps.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s in IT or Computer Science. Internships are a bonus.
- Professional (P):
- Years of Experience: 2–5 years.
- Experience: System development, database management (e.g., SQL, Oracle), or network support. Exposure to government IT projects or SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) is a plus.
- Qualifications: Degree in IT; certifications like ITIL or Azure Fundamentals strengthen your case.
- Assistant Professional (Ap):
- Years of Experience: 1–3 years.
- Experience: Support roles like user testing, documentation, or system configurations. Familiarity with MS Power Platform or AWS basics is valued.
- Qualifications: Degree or diploma in IT; fresh grads with strong portfolios can qualify.
- Systems Analyst (Sa):
- Years of Experience: 3–7 years.
- Experience: Programming (e.g., Java, C#), system design, requirements gathering, and UAT for government systems. Database skills (e.g., PostgreSQL) are critical for higher pay (~HK$78,000).
- Qualifications: Degree in IT; CBAP or AWS Solutions Architect certs boost credibility.
- Senior Systems Analyst (Ssa):
- Years of Experience: 7–10 years.
- Experience: Lead system integrations, cloud deployments (e.g., Kubernetes, Azure), or cybersecurity protocols. Team lead or mentoring experience is expected for top pay (~HK$83,000).
- Qualifications: Degree in IT; certs like CISSP or PMP enhance prospects.
- Senior Systems Manager (Ssm):
- Years of Experience: 10–15 years.
- Experience: Manage IT operations, lead teams, and oversee budgets. Deep knowledge of IT governance, vendor contracts, or enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Qualifications: Degree in IT or management; CISM or MBA adds weight.
- Assistant General Manager (Agm):
- Years of Experience: 12+ years.
- Experience: Strategic IT leadership, policy alignment, and stakeholder engagement (e.g., with OGCIO). Expertise in AI, data analytics, or large-scale government projects.
- Qualifications: Advanced degree; executive certifications or C-level exposure.
Requirement reference:
| Role | Years of Exp. | Experience | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jp | 0–2 years | IT support, Python/JavaScript, helpdesk | Degree/diploma in IT |
| P | 2–5 years | System dev, SQL/Oracle, SDLC | Degree/diploma in IT |
| Ap | 1–3 years | User testing, MS Power Platform, AWS basics | Degree/diploma in IT |
| Sa | 3–7 years | Java/C#, system design, UAT, PostgreSQL | Degree/diploma in IT |
| Ssa | 7–10 years | Cloud (Kubernetes), cybersecurity, team lead | Degree/diploma in IT |
| Ssm | 10–15 years | IT ops, team/budget management, SAP/Oracle | Degree/diploma in IT |
| Agm | 12+ years | Strategic IT, AI/analytics, OGCIO liaison | Degree/diploma in IT |
T-Contract Recruitment Agencies (T26 contract)
- Allegis Group Hong Kong Limited
- CIIC Hong Kong Limited
- CL Technical Services Limited
- EDPS Systems Limited
- Global Executive Consultants Limited
- InfoTech Services (Hong Kong) Limited
- IT People Limited
- IT Solutions Limited
- Manpower Services (Hong Kong) Limited
- Peoplebank Hong Kong Limited
- PERSOLKELLY Hong Kong Limited
- Seamatch Asia Limited
- Speedy Group Corp. Limited
- Taylor Coulter Limited
- Venturenix Limited
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