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Software Engineer, Backend

Westpac New Zealand

On-site
Auckland, NZ
Full-time
Mid Level
Senior
5+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 2h ago

Real job — pulled straight from Westpac New Zealand’s careers page · Verified August 13, 2026 · No reposts.

Job description

Westpac New Zealand is hiring a Software Engineer, Backend — a full-time, based in Auckland, NZ role. Apply directly on Westpac New Zealand's careers page below.

Software Engineer - Snr/int backend contractor

Location: Westpac on Takutai Square, Hapori Pōneke

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

About us

At Westpac New Zealand, our purpose is to Help New Zealanders Succeed. As a Bank and one of New Zealand's leading employers, we are passionate about helping people. We are taking action today to create a better future for the people who bank with us, work with us, invest in us or are part of our broader communities. 

Mō te tūranga | About the Role
As a Senior Software Engineer you will work with a cross-functional team to build and implement APIs for Westpac’s Digital applications. This will include ongoing design, development, maintenance, and enhancement of features.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to team members on code quality and make sure software engineering best practices are met.
• Actively engage in requirement analysis discussions and come up with technical solutions.
• Design and develop new product features with minimum defects.
• Deliver project sprint commitments on time.
• Participate in Agile software development practices.
• Create, review, and maintain documentation.
• Conduct POCs to research and identify the optimal solution.
• Utilises experience with Jira and Confluence.
• Promptly respond to production incidents by troubleshooting and providing solutions to them.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
• 5 - 7 years for intermediate and 7-10 years for senior level of commercial experience with Java, Apache Camel, SQL, Kubernetes / Docker (infrastructure), Cucumber (testing), and Jenkins (CI/CD Pipelining) or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently to deliver solutions from basic requirements.
• Capability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team. You’ll feel at ease contributing to team meetings.
• Practical Experience with CI/CD methodologies, processes, and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• high-quality code.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Software Engineer, Backend at Westpac New Zealand?

The required skills for Software Engineer, Backend at Westpac New Zealand include: Java, SQL, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, JIRA, Confluence, CI/CD.

What is the seniority level for Software Engineer, Backend at Westpac New Zealand?

Software Engineer, Backend at Westpac New Zealand is a Mid Level / Senior level position.

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