Senior C++ Developer

Publication Date 24 / 07 / 2026 Location Christchurch Type Contract or Temp Sector IT & Telecomms Senior C++ Developer Software - Developer IMMEDIATE START!! We have a 12-month contract opportunity available for a Senior C++ Developer to join our Christchurch based clients. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role within this cross functional team working on internal products and partner facing functionality. This is an on-site Christchurch based opportunity, we will NOT be considering remote or hybrid candidates for this position. REQUIREMENTS: Work across a mix of backend services and UI‑related tasks, contributing to a platform that uses C++, Angular, and Android technologies. Operate within a Linux-based development environment and support integrations with internal systems and message‑based services. Collaborate daily with developers and testers to deliver BAU enhancements, partner-facing features, and cross-team technical needs. Participate in component development, debugging, testing cycles, and highlight areas for improvement. Engage in a significant domain learning period to understand the technical environment and workflows. ABOUT YOU: The successful candidate will be comfortable joining a small but tight knit team who value working collaboratively and creating a social environment. They’ll be able to adapt to changing requirements and pivot as necessary. They will have a problem-solving mindset and be able to contribute, innovate and deliver industry-leading solutions. Being a strong written & oral communicator will be fundamental in this role. SKILL SET: Strong experience C++ development, ideally with back-end services. Front-end technology exposure e.g Angular and Android (Java/Kotlin). Comfortability working within a Linux environment is preferred but not essential. Willingness to learn a complex technical domain is essential . API and cross-functional development experience is advtangeous. Applicants must have a valid work visa, permanent residency or NZ citizenship to be considered. Platinum Recruitment are proud to be a member of Diversity Works New Zealand and believe in equal opportunities for all and we actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes “Do workplace inclusion well and do well because of it”. #J-18808-Ljbffr