Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and digital experiences for Lending, Insurance, and Wealth products while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies will be crucial in delivering high-quality software solutions. This will include ongoing solution design, development, maintenance, and enhancement of features. Experience in mobile development (iOS/Android or cross-platform frameworks such as React Native or Flutter) is not mandatory but would be highly advantageous and help you stand out.
Ko tō mahi | What you’ll do
Key Responsibilities/ Accountabilities
Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to team members on code quality.
Ensure 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.
Implement shift-left testing and automation practices to identify and address defects early in the development cycle.
Work independently to design APIs and components with support from Architects.
Outcomes/ Deliverables
Working collaboratively with the team and stakeholders, by incorporating feedback when appropriate.
Adaptable and flexible to changes in priorities and demands.
Designing, developing, testing and maintaining applications with mind of high-availability and performance.
Debugging, resolving and supporting technical problems that arise.
Producing relevant documentation throughout SDLC.
Working through with the project team from conception to delivery.
Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
At least 8 years of commercial experience with Full Stack development with a strong focus on Java.
Proficiency with latest LTS JDK, Spring Boot (or other microservice frameworks), Hibernate, and OpenAPI.
Understanding and experience with implementation of the test pyramid.
Proficiency in front-end technologies HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Redux, Webpack.
Micro Front End experience will be beneficial.
Experience in mobile development (iOS/Android or cross-platform frameworks such as React Native or Flutter) is desirable and would be highly advantageous.
Experience in DevOps such as CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), deployment automation.
Solid knowledge across networking, database and API.
Experience with observability tools such as Splunk & Dynatrace.
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.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
With a strong focus on high quality, you’ll be passionate about best practices and producing high-quality code.
Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:
4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility
Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers
School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
2 Volunteer days per year
Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
Applications close:
24 January 2026
