Grow with Purpose \& Build Software That Matters
Is your current role helping you reach your full potential? If you're ready for bigger challenges, want to make a meaningful impact, and seek to be part of something purposeful, this could be your next move.
We have teamed up with a global business expanding its engineering presence in NZ. With significant investment in innovation and product capability, they are expanding their engineering team. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer ready to take the next leap forward.
This position is more than just a job title. Itâs an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, join a high-caliber team, and play a key role in building systems that genuinely make a difference. If you are motivated by scalability, quality, or the freedom to experiment, you will find plenty to engage with here.
The Role: Senior Software Engineer
You will work within a collaborative, cross-functional squad, delivering secure, scalable, and elegant software solutions. Youâll have the opportunity to influence design decisions, impact development practices, and uplift the work of those around you, all while continuing to improve your own skills.
This is your chance to gain exposure to complex, global-scale projects without leaving New Zealand. Youâll learn from some of the best, contribute to a high-performing team, and have the opportunity to grow into more senior technical or leadership roles over time.
What Youâll Bring
Over 5 years of software engineering experience, preferably in cloud-native or SaaS environments
A passion for writing clean, scalable code and a collaborative mindset
Experience in contributing to system architecture and design discussions
Familiarity with DevSecOps, test-driven development, and modern engineering practices
Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure (especially AWS) and building high-performance, resilient systems
A natural curiosity and a willingness to mentor, pair, or share knowledge to uplift the team
The Tech Stack
Modern backend languages (e.g. TypeScript, .NET, Node.js)
Front-end frameworks (React, React Native, Angular)
Cloud-native development on AWS with a serverless-first approach
Microservices and event-driven architecture
Infrastructure as code and CI/CD tooling (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform)
Strong focus on observability, automated testing, and performance
Why This Role?
Be part of building a Centre of Excellence right in New Zealand
Tackle exciting, large-scale engineering problems
Learn from experienced technical leaders and grow into future leadership roles
Join a culture where quality, curiosity, and impact are central to every decision
Enjoy autonomy, trust, and the chance to shape the future of products and technology
Letâs Chat
If you are a Senior Software Engineer looking for more - more impact, more challenge, more opportunity - this could be your moment. Even if youâre only passively exploring, letâs talk.
We are not looking for a unicorn or a cookie-cutter resume; we want someone who brings individuality, curiosity, and a drive to build better.
Apply Now!
To find out more, please get in touch with Teresa at 0273764884 for a confidential chat.
**To apply for this vacancy, you DO NOT need to be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa. Our client is open to international hires for the right people.
At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.
At Tribe we have our guiding light to show us the way. We bring our whole selves to work. We encourage inclusion in every single interaction. We genuinely care about people and are curious about their stories. We celebrate all points of view. We will help you find your tribe, the same way we have. Weâre all on a journey together so come alongâŠ**