Senior Software Developer

About Environment Canterbury Kaunihera Taiao Ki Waitaha %02; About Environment Canterbury As a regional council, we are responsible for managing natural resources including air, soil, water and land. We work in partnership with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu to protect the health of our environment to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for our region. Role Overview As a Senior Software Developer, you’ll lead the design, development and integration of software solutions that are scalable, secure and easy to maintain. You\'ll work across the full stack and integration landscape—building APIs, services and automation workflows that connect cloud and on‑premise business systems, enabling secure and reliable data exchange across Environment Canterbury. You will mentor colleagues, promote modern engineering practices and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver digital services that support our strategic goals and community outcomes. Key Responsibilities Leading feature development and integration across systems Designing and implementing APIs and microservices using Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, API Management, Service Bus, Functions) Developing and maintaining secure data exchange and interoperability between applications Coaching and mentoring developers to uplift integration capability Operating and improving production services Championing technical excellence and user‑centred design Supporting our Treaty Partner Excellence journey with Ngāi Tahu About You You’re an experienced developer with a strong .NET and Azure background, and a passion for building robust, user‑focused solutions. You thrive in agile environments and enjoy collaborating across disciplines to deliver meaningful outcomes. You’ll have 5+ years’ experience in integration development, backend, or distributed systems along with hands‑on experience with Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, Service Bus, API Management, Functions) and integrating cloud and on‑premise enterprise applications. Experience Strong proficiency in C#/.NET and Azure Solid understanding of integration patterns Event‑driven architecture Messaging and pub/sub API‑led integration Data synchronisation and orchestration Experience designing and securing APIs (REST, OAuth2, Azure AD) Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and DevOps automation Familiarity with data integration and transformation patterns Strong collaboration and mentoring capability A commitment to cultural capability and Treaty partnership Advantageous Experience with React or Angular Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps) Knowledge of NZISM-aligned security controls or enterprise integration governance Working at Environment Canterbury Our values underpin our work: Kaitiakitanga (stewardship); Pononga (integrity); Manaakitanga (people first); Whanaungatanga (collaboration); Māiatanga (can do). We are committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace and to incorporating te ao Māori, kaupapa Māori, mātauranga Māori, and te reo Māori in daily work. We welcome you with an open heart and mind, wherever you are on your te ao Māori journey. Additional Information Apply directly by completing the online application form and submitting your CV and cover letter. Applications close on Sunday 26 July and will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may begin before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close the advertisement early. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview, reference checks, and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required where relevant. We are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but don\'t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Hours of work – Permanent full-time position. From time to time, as required, the role may require work outside of normal hours for emergencies and flood response, and to represent Environment Canterbury at meetings and events with partners, other agencies, and the community. Location – Predominantly based at 200 Tuam Street, Christchurch. Salary – The indicative salary range is NZ$113,729 to $140,490 per annum depending on skills and experience. Specific salary will be discussed at interview stage. #J-18808-Ljbffr