Senior Software Engineer ( Fixed Term)

Senior Software Engineer – 12‑Month Fixed Term\n

Are you a seasoned full‑stack developer looking to use your engineering skills for a truly meaningful purpose? We have an urgent requirement for a Senior Software Engineer to join a prominent technology organization. This entity builds and protects the critical digital infrastructure that powers the connectivity outcomes across Aotearoa New Zealand. This is a 12‑month fixed‑term contract until June 2027 where you will act as a SME, guiding the design of scalable systems that process massive data volumes.

\nThe Opportunity: Innovation with Impact\n

In this role, you will move beyond standard commercial software development. You will join a passionate, agile squad using diverse technologies to solve real‑world, practical problems. As a Senior Engineer, you will provide critical technical advice and guide the development of high‑throughput automated systems used for network data collection, management, and real‑time monitoring.

\nKey Responsibilities\n

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• Provide sound architectural and technical advice on system designs and network data tools.
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• Manage development projects from the initial research phase right through to scoping, building, testing, and deployment.
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• Work closely alongside both technical and non‑technical teammates in a collaborative, cross‑functional environment.
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• Write clean, scalable code and establish robust automated unit testing frameworks to maintain strict quality standards.
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• Author clear, accessible technical documentation and actively identify areas to optimize the existing code base and DevOps processes.
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\nWhat You Will Need to Be Successful\n

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• Valid New Zealand work rights.
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• Non‑remote role: Auckland office based. 2 days working from home.
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• Professional development experience with deep, production‑level expertise in Node.js and Angular (must have).
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• Hands‑on experience across diverse data stores, specifically MongoDB and ElasticSearch (MySQL or MS SQL exposure is highly regarded).
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• Proven track record building and consuming robust REST APIs and managing source code efficiently within Git.
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• A strong commitment to code quality, with practical experience setting up basic CI/CD deployment pipelines and comprehensive unit tests.
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• Exceptional communication skills with a proactive, self‑starter mindset, equally comfortable working independently or pairing with a team.
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• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
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\nNext Steps\n

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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Apply today to join our team and make a real difference.