Senior Software Developer

Department: Vector Technology Solutions (VTS) Job Description Innovation at the core. Powering a smarter future. At Vector, we believe innovation is the key to a cleaner, more connected future. By embracing new ideas, forging strong partnerships and pioneering technologies that make energy more resilient and accessible, we’re setting new standards for our customers, and our industry. In 2020, an alliance was formed between Vector and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to co-develop a cloud native data platform: Diverge. This team has evolved to become Vector Technology Services (VTS); a subsidiary of Vector, New Zealand's largest distributor of electricity and gas. The role Due to continued success, we’re expanding our team and looking for a Senior Software Developer to join us on our new energy future mission. We welcome applications from: Experienced Senior Developers seeking a new challenge, with strong progression pathways into either technical or people leadership. Seasoned Intermediate Developers who are ready to take the next step into a Senior role. If you’re passionate about innovation and want to help shape the future of energy, we’d love to hear from you. Responsibilities Use your advanced software development skills to build software - primarily in Java, but also at times with frontend frameworks like React, and infrastructure automation with Terraform Grow in your role and in your career, collaborating with leading global partners such as AWS to build valuable software systems for a global customer base Work in a stable, product-focused agile team and have a voice in what we build, and how we build it Learn (and teach) how to use TDD, BDD, and automated application deployment for effective software delivery Gain experience with AWS services like Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, IAM, and more. Qualifications Software development experience: advanced knowledge in Backend programming with Java, Spring, and experience of using tooling and process to ensure quality in the software development life cycle Cloud computing and AWS Skills – Proficient with AWS services like Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, IAM, and more. Understanding how to architect and implement serverless solutions using AWS. DevOps / CICD - Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD Practises is essential including how to use tools for continuous integration and continuous delivery Excitement about solving problems and a huger to learn A passionfor helping and caring for others in your team. Why VTS? Whether it’s the opportunity to work on challenges on a truly global scale in collaboration with the leading technology firms, or to build a legacy for Auckland and New Zealand through your work; or perhaps to work in an innovative and transformative sector, or our commitment to supporting your development, there’s a myriad of reasons to choose a career with VTS. The Diverge Platform Is a customisable managed software-as-a-service platform; for energy data ingestion, processing, insights generation and data delivery. Is cloud native, composed entirely of AWS serverless services which bring cloud native scalability, reliability and resilience to this mission critical enterprise system. Is deployed and managed through infrastructure-as-code, automated software release and service orchestration. Performs streaming data processing in state, temporal sequence and data dependency aware pipelines. An engineer-led culture that emphasises eXtreme Programming (XP) techniques like TDD and pair programming. Flexibility, including the choice of working from home a couple of days a week, and flexible start and finish times so you can balance work and life Health and wellbeing support Great benefits that reflect the importance of family Experience & Benefits Vector engages a workforce made up of people and teams with diverse skills, values, backgrounds and experiences. We respect and value people who are different from each other, including gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, race and religion. We are proud of what we have achieved so far: First corporate Living Wage Accredited employer First Accessibility Tick employer Rainbow Tick accredited Winner of three gongs at the 2019 Diversity Awards NZ, including the Supreme Award in 2019 and 2020. Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team. Additional Information We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for. Job Location #J-18808-Ljbffr