Senior Software Engineer
Description For Senior Software Engineer
Propellerhead, a forward-thinking software development company, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative team in Auckland, New Zealand. This role presents a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, particularly in Web3, edge computing, and self-sovereign identity solutions. As part of a highly autonomous service delivery team, you'll be involved in research and development, creating proof-of-concept software, and evolving these into enterprise-grade solutions.
The position offers a perfect blend of technical challenges and professional growth, working across the full technology stack from front-end development to infrastructure management. You'll be using modern technologies including Rust, TypeScript, React, and cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. The role demands expertise in distributed systems and microservices architecture, making it ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex technical challenges.
What makes this opportunity special is the company's developer-led culture, emphasizing knowledge sharing and collaborative learning. The hybrid working model allows flexibility between their beautifully designed Auckland office and remote work. For international candidates, Propellerhead provides comprehensive relocation support to New Zealand, demonstrating their commitment to bringing in global talent.
The ideal candidate will be someone who not only excels in technical implementation but also possesses strong communication skills and can effectively collaborate with stakeholders. You'll be joining an equal opportunity workplace that values authentic contributions and professional growth, with regular knowledge sharing sessions and opportunities to work on diverse, commercially-focused projects for respected clients.
Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer
- Investigate and select appropriate technologies for solution design and building
- Participate in software solution design, including code structure, deployment architecture, and DevOps
- Collaborate with stakeholders to create shared understanding of solution design and roadmap delivery
- Construct software across all stack layers - from UI to backend services and infrastructure
- Provide second-line support and maintain system security and performance
- Share knowledge of new technologies with the broader organization
Requirements For Senior Software Engineer
- High proficiency in enterprise-quality programming language (C# .NET or Java and Spring)
- Experience with lower-level languages like Rust or C++
- Experience in TypeScript and React or similar front-end frameworks
- Hands-on experience with Azure and/or AWS, including CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with Terraform or similar infrastructure scripting
- Experience in distributed and asynchronous architecture design
- Ability to work with user stories and produce clear design documents
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits For Senior Software Engineer
- Work on diverse projects for well-respected clients
- Join a Developer-led organisation with world-class colleagues
- Culture of learning and collaboration
- Fortnightly Developer knowledge sharing sessions with lunch
- Beautiful Auckland office with hybrid working model
- Equal opportunity workplace
- Relocation support to New Zealand
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