Senior Developer

ACC New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% superannuation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

ACC New Zealand is seeking a Senior Developer to design, build and support digital solutions that help ACC deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders. Working within our Digital Value Stream, you’ll contribute to the ongoing development of ACC's web platforms, improving security, performance, accessibility and reliability for customers and staff.

The appointing salary ranges from NZD 103,645 to NZD 126,677 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in Agile delivery environments (Scrum/SAFe).
• Experience with React, TypeScript, Redux, Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, SQL and Maven.
• Experience with OpenShift/Kubernetes, Web APIs, SQL databases and CI/CD deployment pipelines.
• Knowledge of SOLID, REST, automated testing, TDD/BDD.
• Experience designing and maintaining automated unit tests.
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards.
• Understanding networking principles for secure web apps.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborative approach including mentoring of other developers.
• NZ work rights at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and support digital solutions for ACC platforms.
• Contribute to ongoing development of ACC's web platforms.
• Improve security, performance, accessibility and reliability of applications.
• Collaborate with teams in Agile delivery environments.
• Mentor and support other developers while contributing to positive team outcomes.
• Participate in CI/CD deployment pipelines and DevOps practices.

Skills

Agile delivery

Full-stack development

Web security

Communication & stakeholder engagement

Mentoring teammates

Tools

React

TypeScript

Redux

Java

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

SQL

Maven

OpenShift

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Azure DevOps

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

ACC is a trusted and high‑performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.

You can find more about ACC and the work we do at www.acc.co.nz

As a Senior Developer, you'll play a key role in designing, building and supporting digital solutions that help ACC deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders. Working within our Digital Value Stream, you'll contribute to the ongoing development of ACC's web platforms, helping to improve security, performance, accessibility and reliability for both our customers and our people. Through modern full‑stack software development, you'll contribute to keeping Kiwis safe at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

The appointing salary for this role is $103,645 to $126,677 based on experience. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme (9% contribution) with features like no mandatory employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance.

You will bring:

• Experience working in Agile delivery environments, including Scrum, SAFe or similar methodologies.
• Strong software development experience using technologies similar or transferable to those used at ACC, including React, TypeScript, Redux, Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, SQL and Maven.
• Experience working with enterprise platforms and engineering practices, including OpenShift/Kubernetes, Web APIs, SQL databases and CI/CD deployment pipelines.
• Practical knowledge of software design and quality principles, including SOLID, REST, automated testing, Test Driven Development (TDD) and Behaviour Driven Development (BDD).
• Experience designing, developing and maintaining automated unit tests, including the use of mocking frameworks.
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards and best practices.
• Understanding of networking principles and how they support secure and reliable web applications.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A collaborative approach, including mentoring and supporting other developers while contributing to positive team outcomes.
• Experience with Azure DevOps, Elastic Cloud, Bootstrap, Sass or LESS would be advantageous.
• You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application.

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand's cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It's important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.