School of Infocomm – Lecturer (FinTech)

[What the role is]

The School of Infocomm is looking for dynamic individuals with a high degree of self-motivation and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

You will be involved in supporting our full-time and part-time course offerings in areas related to Financial Technology (FinTech), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Analytics, Digital Payments, Financial Systems, Automation, Blockchain Technologies, and other foundational ICT modules.

[What you will be working on]

• Implement and administer module delivery and related activities (including student assessments and assignments) to achieve learning outcomes.
• Plan, design and develop curriculum, learning activities and teaching materials.
• Stay current and responsive to developments in AI, FinTech, and the broader technology and education landscape through active engagement with industry and professional communities.
• Maintain strong industry links to ensure curriculum relevance and foster collaborations with industry partners.
• Contribute to applied research, consultancy, innovation projects, and industry partnerships in areas related to AI, FinTech, digital transformation, and emerging technologies.
• Support student learning, career development, internships, industry projects, and other experiential learning opportunities.

You will have opportunities to develop and grow your capabilities through industry projects, academic research, professional learning communities, and collaborative initiatives with industry partners.

[What we are looking for]

Applicants should possess relevant qualifications, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, Financial Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related disciplines, with a minimum of 2 years of industry experience.

Applicants should be proficient in one or more of the following areas:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, Agentic AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, or Intelligent Automation.
• Digital Payments, Financial Systems, Open Banking, Embedded Finance, RegTech, Financial Crime Technologies, or related FinTech domains.
• Programming languages and frameworks such as Python, Java, Spring, JavaScript, Node.js, or related technologies.
• Blockchain technologies, including distributed ledger concepts, smart contracts, decentralised applications, and relevant blockchain platforms, alongside modern software development practices such as APIs, DevOps, CI/CD, and application development.
• Implementation experience in the FinTech, AI, data analytics, digital transformation, or software development industries.

Preferred Attributes

• Genuine passion for teaching, knowledge sharing, and mentoring youths and adult learners.
• Strong pastoral care, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and engage learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Dedicated to fostering students’ personal, academic, and career growth, while helping them build industry-relevant skills and professional networks.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong industry partnerships to support internships, industry projects, applied research, and employment opportunities for students.
• Passion for lifelong learning and staying current with emerging trends in AI, FinTech, digital transformation, and technology innovation.