Contract Senior Engineer (Python, AI & Integration) - Auckland based

ClearPoint; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearPoint is seeking a Senior Engineer for an initial 3‑month contract with potential extension. The role focuses on building an AI‑driven integration layer, working from Auckland with hybrid arrangements across NZ and abroad.

You’ll design Python tools, integrate with internal APIs, and align with a cross‑functional team to scale AI capabilities. Ideal candidates have strong Python backend skills, REST API experience, and familiarity with FastAPI and Pydantic.

Qualifications

• Strong Python backend development experience.
• REST API design and integration experience.
• Hands-on with FastAPI and Pydantic.
• Experience building tooling for AI/LLM systems is a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously in distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and build Python-based integration tools for AI agents.
• Implement backend logic to connect AI agents with internal APIs.
• Develop API interfaces using FastAPI patterns with Pydantic models.
• Collaborate with data scientists, backend engineers, designers, and analysts.
• Navigate evolving architecture and provide clarity as the project scales.

Skills

Python proficiency

API integration

FastAPI & Pydantic

AI tooling exposure

Independent working style

Job description

A bit about us

For over 19 years, ClearPoint has been the trusted technology partner for organisations navigating complex digital transformation. We combine software engineering, AI, data and insights, cloud, and human centred design to deliver meaningful, lasting outcomes.

We work with some of New Zealand's most impactful organisations, and we care deeply about the quality of what we build. Our Auckland head office overlooks the Viaduct (5 minutes from Britomart), with co‑working access across NZ and Australia. Through innovative thinking, we strive to make a difference for ourselves, our teams, our clients and our community across New Zealand, Australia and the UK.

The ClearPoint culture

At ClearPoint, we're proud of the culture we've built, collaborative, curious, and high performing. Our values aren't just words:

• Respect and Care for People
• Act with Integrity
• Earn and Nurture Trust

You’ll work with sharp, passionate people who take ownership, raise the bar, and genuinely enjoy what they do. Whether you’re in Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch, you’ll be part of a team that invests in your growth and makes space for you to shine.

The Role

We’re looking for a Senior Engineer with strong Python and API integration skills to join a fast‑moving AI‑focused engineering team at one of our clients. This is an initial 3‑month contract with a strong likelihood of extension.

This role is based in Auckland (Open to Wellington), Melbourne or the UK, with a hybrid working arrangement, and we’re specifically looking for candidates based in one of these two locations. You’ll be working on a genuinely interesting problem, building the integration layer that enables AI agents to interact with internal systems at scale, with the team working towards resolving the majority of user requests directly through AI agents. You’ll be reporting into a senior engineering leader and will need to be comfortable operating with some ambiguity as the architecture evolves. An immediate start is preferred.

What you'll be doing

• Integration Library Development: Designing and building a library of Python‑based functions that serve as tools for AI agents, enabling them to fetch and act on data from internal systems.
• Backend Logic and System Integration: Building the backend logic and system handshakes that connect AI agents to a range of internal APIs and data sources.
• API Design and Implementation: Working with FastAPI‑style patterns and Pydantic models to develop clean, well‑structured integration tooling that moves away from legacy Salesforce‑centric approaches.
• Collaborative Engineering: Working closely with a cross‑functional team including data scientists, backend engineers, designers, and business analysts to align on technical direction and delivery priorities.
• Technical Problem Solving: Operating effectively under vague or evolving direction, bringing clarity and structure to integration challenges as the team scales its AI capabilities.

The experience we're looking for

• Python Proficiency: Strong, demonstrable Python skills with a focus on backend development and building production‑grade tooling.
• API Integration Experience: Solid experience designing and consuming REST APIs, with a good understanding of integration patterns and system‑to‑system communication.
• FastAPI and Pydantic: Hands‑on experience with FastAPI and Pydantic, or a strong familiarity with similar patterns and a clear ability to get up to speed quickly.
• AI Agent Tooling: Exposure to building tools or integrations for AI or LLM‑based systems is a strong advantage, though not strictly required.
• Independent Working Style: Proven ability to work effectively in distributed, cross‑functional teams and to deliver with a degree of autonomy when direction is broad.

What's next

Sound like the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Please apply and one of our Talent team will be in touch for a confidential chat. You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be considered for this opportunity.