11 Software Engineer jobs in New Zealand

Are you ready to turbo charge your career and contribute to software product transformation, through cutting-edge technologies? Join my clients team in Christchurch as a C++ Software Engineering contractor with an innovative and industry-leading organisation. There are multiple roles available and we will consider hourly rate contractors or 1 - 2 years fixed term contact assignments.

As a Software Engineer you will play an important role in developing code that aligns with product and customer requirements. Your responsibilities will include:

• C++, Java (Android) and AngularJS software development

• Collaborating with clients and domain experts

• Solve problems and address scope challenges

To excel in this position, you should have:

• At least 5 years of experience in C++ application development.

• Proficiency in Angular browser-based UI development

• Competence in both Linux and Windows OS development

• Familiarity with C++ unit testing and broader test automation.

• Exposure to Agile development practices

Based in Christchurch, you'll enjoy a top of the market salary plus:

• Great hourly rate or 1 - 2 fixed term salary

• Free parking and secure covered bike sheds.

• Access to an onsite gym and shower facilities.

• An active social club

To find out more about this awesome role, APPLY NOW for a confidential discussion. Please note that candidates are required to have the right to work in New Zealand and preferably are living in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Are you ready to turbo charge your career and contribute to software product transformation, through cutting-edge technologies? Join my clients team in Christchurch as a C++ Software Engineering contractor with an innovative and industry-leading organisation. There are multiple roles available and we will consider hourly rate contractors or 1 - 2 years fixed term contact assignments.

As a Software Engineer you will play an important role in developing code that aligns with product and customer requirements. Your responsibilities will include:

• C++, Java (Android) and AngularJS software development

• Collaborating with clients and domain experts

• Solve problems and address scope challenges

To excel in this position, you should have:

• At least 5 years of experience in C++ application development.

• Proficiency in Angular browser-based UI development

• Competence in both Linux and Windows OS development

• Familiarity with C++ unit testing and broader test automation.

• Exposure to Agile development practices

Based in Christchurch, you'll enjoy a top of the market salary plus:

• Great hourly rate or 1 - 2 fixed term salary

• Free parking and secure covered bike sheds.

• Access to an onsite gym and shower facilities.

• An active social club

To find out more about this awesome role, APPLY NOW for a confidential discussion. Please note that candidates are required to have the right to work in New Zealand and preferably are living in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Are you passionate about containerized applications and cloud-native software development? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our resource provider team at Azure Kubernetes Service is at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional managed Kubernetes cluster solutions to Azure customers.
As a Software Engineer on the Azure Kubernetes Service resource provider team, you will work on the orchestrator that provides and manages Azure customer's Kubernetes clusters. You will interact with and develop deep understanding of other Azure services, Kubernetes control plane, and cloud-native tool chain in general. You will be involved in designing and implementing solutions at a global scale.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
+ Advance the capabilities of Kubernetes and auxiliary components on Azure.
+ Improve quality of service for Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service.
+ Balance pragmatism with vision; deliver continuous improvements to the team's process and codebase.
+ Build automation to prevent and/or remediate service problems from becoming production incidents.
+ Reviews current developments and proactively seeks new knowledge that will improve the availability, reliability, efficiency, observability, and performance of products while also driving consistency in monitoring and operations at scale.
**Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 3+ years of experience in commercial software development.
+ 1+ year(s) experience in building, shipping and operating reliable, distributed solutions.
+ 1+ year(s) experience engaging in site-reliability engineering practices.
**Other Requirements:**
+ Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: 
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
+ OR related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to,C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 1+ year(s) experience with workload/container orchestration using Kubernetes or similar platforms.
+ 1+ year(s) experience in Linux.
#azurecorejobs
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .

Are you passionate about containerized applications and cloud-native software development? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our resource provider team at Azure Kubernetes Service is at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional managed Kubernetes cluster solutions to Azure customers.
As a Software Engineer on the Azure Kubernetes Service resource provider team, you will work on the orchestrator that provides and manages Azure customer's Kubernetes clusters. You will interact with and develop deep understanding of other Azure services, Kubernetes control plane, and cloud-native tool chain in general. You will be involved in designing and implementing solutions at a global scale.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
+ Advance the capabilities of Kubernetes and auxiliary components on Azure.
+ Improve quality of service for Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service.
+ Balance pragmatism with vision; deliver continuous improvements to the team's process and codebase.
+ Build automation to prevent and/or remediate service problems from becoming production incidents.
+ Reviews current developments and proactively seeks new knowledge that will improve the availability, reliability, efficiency, observability, and performance of products while also driving consistency in monitoring and operations at scale.
**Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 3+ years of experience in commercial software development.
+ 1+ year(s) experience in building, shipping and operating reliable, distributed solutions.
+ 1+ year(s) experience engaging in site-reliability engineering practices.
**Other Requirements:**
+ Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: 
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
+ OR related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to,C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 1+ year(s) experience with workload/container orchestration using Kubernetes or similar platforms.
+ 1+ year(s) experience in Linux.
#azurecorejobs
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .

Are you passionate about containerized applications and cloud-native software development? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our resource provider team at Azure Kubernetes Service is at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional managed Kubernetes cluster solutions to Azure customers.
As a Software Engineer on the Azure Kubernetes Service resource provider team, you will work on the orchestrator that provides and manages Azure customer's Kubernetes clusters. You will interact with and develop deep understanding of other Azure services, Kubernetes control plane, and cloud-native tool chain in general. You will be involved in designing and implementing solutions at a global scale.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
+ Advance the capabilities of Kubernetes and auxiliary components on Azure.
+ Improve quality of service for Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service.
+ Balance pragmatism with vision; deliver continuous improvements to the team's process and codebase.
+ Build automation to prevent and/or remediate service problems from becoming production incidents.
+ Reviews current developments and proactively seeks new knowledge that will improve the availability, reliability, efficiency, observability, and performance of products while also driving consistency in monitoring and operations at scale.
**Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 3+ years of experience in commercial software development.
+ 1+ year(s) experience in building, shipping and operating reliable, distributed solutions.
+ 1+ year(s) experience engaging in site-reliability engineering practices.
**Other Requirements:**
+ Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: 
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
+ OR related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to,C, C++, C#, Go, or Java
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ 1+ year(s) experience with workload/container orchestration using Kubernetes or similar platforms.
+ 1+ year(s) experience in Linux.
#azurecorejobs
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne ( companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!
We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.
Our Purpose:
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
Based in Auckland, Quantifi Photonics is proud to be part of the Teradyne family, combining New Zealand's innovative spirit with the resources of a global leader in test, automation, and robotics. We're growing fast, tackling increasingly complex challenges, and are looking for passionate, talented people to help take Quantifi Photonics to the next level.
Quantifi Photonics designs and manufactures advanced optical and electronic test instruments that enable engineers to develop and scale up next-generation photonics technologies. Our customers include global tech companies, leading universities, and world-class research institutions in over 25 countries; working across R&D, high-volume manufacturing, defense, aerospace, and academia.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.
Opportunity Overview:
The Software Engineer designs and implements platform software that orchestrates and integrates modules and components into fully functional Test Systems. This role plays a key part in enabling end-to-end solutions by providing the control, automation, and user interfaces needed to ensure reliable system performance and ease of use across development, manufacturing, and customer applications.
+ Design and implement software modules that interface with internal hardware and optical products to form cohesive test systems.
+ Work closely with cross-functional teams to define software requirements, integration points, and system behavior.
+ Create scripts, tools, and applications for automated test execution, configuration, and system control.
+ Assist in debugging system-level issues, validating performance, and refining software as systems evolve.
+ Follow best practices for software design, documentation, version control, and testing.
All About You:
We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you're ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.
+ Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or related field
+ Proficiency in at least one system-level or automation-oriented programming language (e.g., Python, C++, or C#)
+ 2-5+ years of experience
+ Proven ability to write software that integrates with hardware systems via common communication protocols and control interfaces.
+ Solid understanding of software design principles, version control (e.g., Git), and debugging techniques.
+ Solid understanding and experience with both MS Windows and Linux (any distribution) deployment environments
+ Pays close attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality.
+ Solves problems calmly and practically under pressure.
+ Adapts quickly to new challenges and changing priorities.
+ Actively seeks to learn and improve skills continuously.
**We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.
Benefits:
At Quantifi Photonics, you'll work on cutting-edge technologies that support some of the world's most advanced communication systems. You'll be part of an innovative, collaborative, and globally-connected team where your expertise will directly shape the future of high-speed signal integrity testing.
+ Health insurance
+ Paid birthday off
+ Great staff facilities, (lunchroom outdoor flow and BBQ area)
+ Onsite parking available
+ Walking distance from Constellation Bus Station
+ Employee Centric Company
#LI-RA1
Current openings may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment. ATTENTION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you're unable to access our on-line application due to a disability you may visit one of our locations or our Corporate Office at 600 Riverpark Drive, North Reading, MA and request a paper application form. In addition, you may also contact the HR Service Center at or contact them at for additional assistance. LitePoint, a Teradyne Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

AgileEngine is a top-ranking provider of software solutions to Fortune 500, Global 500, and Future 50 companies. Listed on Inc. 5000 among the fastest-growing US companies, we are always open to talented software, UX, and data experts in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

If you like a challenging environment where you’re working with the best and are encouraged to learn and experiment daily, there’s no better place — guaranteed! :)

What you will do

Collaborate closely with Data Scientists to understand their data requirements, model development needs, and performance optimization goals;

Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support ML model development and deployment;

Collect, process, and prepare large datasets for analysis, feature engineering, and model training;

Implement data quality checks, validation, and monitoring to ensure the reliability and accuracy of data used in ML models;

Optimize data storage, retrieval, and processing performance for ML workloads;

Develop and maintain ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and workflows;

Manage data versioning, storage, and access control for ML datasets;

Collaborate with DevOps and IT teams to ensure smooth deployment and scaling of ML models in production environments;

Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, tools, and best practices in data engineering and ML infrastructure.

Must haves 

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field;

Proven experience as a Data Engineer, preferably in a role supporting Data Scientists;

Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala;

Proficiency with data storage and processing technologies, including SQL databases, NoSQL databases, and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark);

Experience with data warehousing solutions and data integration tools;

Experience with data pipeline and workflow management tools: AWS glue, Airflow, etc;

Knowledge of ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and ML model deployment;

Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes);

Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset;

Excellent oral and written communication skills with a keen sense of customer service.

Nice to haves

Experience in ad/marketing environment

Experience working with Data Lakes

Experience with Scala

Experience with Glue/EMR/Redshift/Airflow

Experience with Terraform.

The benefits of joining us

Professional growth

Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

Competitive compensation

We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.

A selection of exciting projects

Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.

Flextime

Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.

AgileEngine is a top-ranking provider of software solutions to Fortune 500, Global 500, and Future 50 companies. Listed on Inc. 5000 among the fastest-growing US companies, we are always open to talented software, UX, and data experts in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

If you like a challenging environment where you’re working with the best and are encouraged to learn and experiment daily, there’s no better place — guaranteed! :)

What you will do

Collaborate closely with Data Scientists to understand their data requirements, model development needs, and performance optimization goals;

Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support ML model development and deployment;

Collect, process, and prepare large datasets for analysis, feature engineering, and model training;

Implement data quality checks, validation, and monitoring to ensure the reliability and accuracy of data used in ML models;

Optimize data storage, retrieval, and processing performance for ML workloads;

Develop and maintain ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and workflows;

Manage data versioning, storage, and access control for ML datasets;

Collaborate with DevOps and IT teams to ensure smooth deployment and scaling of ML models in production environments;

Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, tools, and best practices in data engineering and ML infrastructure.

Must haves 

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field;

Proven experience as a Data Engineer, preferably in a role supporting Data Scientists;

Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala;

Proficiency with data storage and processing technologies, including SQL databases, NoSQL databases, and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark);

Experience with data warehousing solutions and data integration tools;

Experience with data pipeline and workflow management tools: AWS glue, Airflow, etc;

Knowledge of ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and ML model deployment;

Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes);

Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset;

Excellent oral and written communication skills with a keen sense of customer service.

Nice to haves

Experience in ad/marketing environment

Experience working with Data Lakes

Experience with Scala

Experience with Glue/EMR/Redshift/Airflow

Experience with Terraform.

The benefits of joining us

Professional growth

Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

Competitive compensation

We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.

A selection of exciting projects

Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.

Flextime

Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.

AgileEngine is a top-ranking provider of software solutions to Fortune 500, Global 500, and Future 50 companies. Listed on Inc. 5000 among the fastest-growing US companies, we are always open to talented software, UX, and data experts in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

If you like a challenging environment where you’re working with the best and are encouraged to learn and experiment daily, there’s no better place — guaranteed! :)

What you will do

Collaborate closely with Data Scientists to understand their data requirements, model development needs, and performance optimization goals;

Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support ML model development and deployment;

Collect, process, and prepare large datasets for analysis, feature engineering, and model training;

Implement data quality checks, validation, and monitoring to ensure the reliability and accuracy of data used in ML models;

Optimize data storage, retrieval, and processing performance for ML workloads;

Develop and maintain ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and workflows;

Manage data versioning, storage, and access control for ML datasets;

Collaborate with DevOps and IT teams to ensure smooth deployment and scaling of ML models in production environments;

Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, tools, and best practices in data engineering and ML infrastructure.

Must haves 

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field;

Proven experience as a Data Engineer, preferably in a role supporting Data Scientists;

Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala;

Proficiency with data storage and processing technologies, including SQL databases, NoSQL databases, and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark);

Experience with data warehousing solutions and data integration tools;

Experience with data pipeline and workflow management tools: AWS glue, Airflow, etc;

Knowledge of ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and ML model deployment;

Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes);

Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset;

Excellent oral and written communication skills with a keen sense of customer service.

Nice to haves

Experience in ad/marketing environment

Experience working with Data Lakes

Experience with Scala

Experience with Glue/EMR/Redshift/Airflow

Experience with Terraform.

The benefits of joining us

Professional growth

Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

Competitive compensation

We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.

A selection of exciting projects

Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.

Flextime

Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.