Principal Software Engineer
Location
lower hutt, wellington
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Software Architecture & Engineering
Posted
June 05, 2026
What You’ll Be Doing (Your Impact)
Your primary focus will be balancing long‑term technical direction with pragmatic decision‑making in our dynamic SaaS environment.
- Architectural Leadership: Collaborate with the CTO, Founding Chief Technologist, Product, and UX teams to define scalable, secure, and reliable technical solutions across frontend, backend, and cloud platforms.
- Hands‑On Development & Research: Stay close to the code, write code, conduct R&D, and create prototypes/proofs of concept for wider adoption. Actively leverage the latest AI tools and technologies to drive innovation and efficiency.
- Mentorship & Quality: Lead by example, maintaining high standards in coding, architecture, and operational excellence. Guide and mentor engineers to follow standards and foster a growth‑focused, collaborative culture.
- People Management: Provide coaching, feedback, and career development support to your direct report, including g...