Senior Software Engineer

Seequent

Christchurch

On-site

NZD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

31 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Paid day to volunteer

Employee share purchase plan

Rewards & recognition program

Learning and career growth

Internal engagement events

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Seequent is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join Leapfrog, its leading 3D geological modelling software, on a fixed-term contract running until July 2027. You will develop and maintain core modules, integrate features into a desktop app, and uphold testing and quality standards.

The role emphasizes mentoring, collaboration with a cross-functional team, and driving engineering excellence, with a focus on scalable, maintainable solutions and strong customer outcomes.

Qualifications

7+ years of experience in software engineering.
Experience with desktop application development.
Strong hands-on Python production experience.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with a cross-functional team.
Strong stakeholder communication skills.
Experience mentoring others and driving good engineering practices.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain core modules and shared libraries.
Integrate new functionality into Leapfrog desktop application.
Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure reliability and performance.
Experiment with new approaches to improve product quality and performance.
Support and implement engineering best practices across the team.
Conduct code reviews and contribute to high standards of code quality.
Drive technical design discussions and architectural decisions.
Mentor other engineers and support their technical growth.
Participate in project planning and delivery, including estimation and prioritisation.

Skills

Python

CI/CD

DevOps

Autonomy

Cross-functional

Stakeholder comms

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Job description

At Seequent, we help organisations to understand the underground, giving the confidence to make better decisions faster.

We build world-leading technology that is at the forefront of Earth sciences, transforming the way our customers work. Every day we help them develop critical mineral resources more sustainably, design and build better infrastructure, source renewable energy, and reduce their impact on the environment.

We operate in 145+ countries while proudly maintaining headquarters in New Zealand.

About the Role

This is a Fixed Term Contract Position Running Until July 2027

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a high‑performing team working on Leapfrog, Seequent’s industry‑leading 3D geological modelling software used by geoscientists worldwide to make confident decisions in mining, energy, civil, and environmental projects.

In this role, you will contribute to the ongoing evolution of Leapfrog by developing high‑quality modules and libraries, integrating new features, and continuously improving engineering practices. The team embraces experimentation, technical excellence, and collaboration, with a strong focus on maintainable, scalable, and well‑tested solutions.

You will be actively involved in:

Developing and maintaining core modules and shared libraries.
Integrating new functionality into a complex desktop application.
Writing and maintaining unit and integration tests to ensure reliability and performance.
Experimenting with new approaches and technologies to improve product quality and performance.
Supporting and implementing engineering best practices across the team.
Conducting code reviews and contributing to high standards of code quality.
Driving technical design discussions and architectural decisions.
Mentoring other engineers and supporting their technical growth.
Participating in project planning and delivery, including estimation and prioritisation.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Should Have:

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
7+ years’ experience working in relevant software engineering roles.
Experience with desktop application development.
Strong hands‑on experience with Python, or a genuine interest and capability to learn Python in a production environment.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
Confidence working autonomously while collaborating effectively within a cross‑functional team.
Strong stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
Experience mentoring others and driving good engineering practices.

Nice to Have

Background in mathematics, engineering, geoscience, or a related technical discipline.
Experience with data visualisation, scientific/geoscience software.
Exposure to complex system integration and performance‑sensitive applications.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Seequent, we champion the uniqueness of each individual. Our commitment to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility is fundamental to who we are. If you require accommodation during our recruitment process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We are here to ensure a fair opportunity for all.

Research underscores that some individuals, especially women and underrepresented groups, may hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet every requirement. Please don't count yourself out if you don’t tick every box. We are committed to hiring a diverse team and encourage individuals of all background and abilities to apply. Thank you for considering us as your potential employer; we're excited to see what you can bring to our team!

Benefits of being a Seequenteer and why you’ll love being on our team.

Our people

– Working at Seequent means becoming part of a community of collaborative innovators with insatiable curiosity and a passion to make a difference. Seequenteers are experts at what they do, visionaries with bold ideas for the future, and driven by a desire to make meaningful change.

Our culture

– At Seequent you’ll be encouraged to Find a Better Way, Think Customer, Collaborate Enthusiastically, Exceed Expectations and Take Ownership, no matter what role you’re in. Our values define a culture of open mindedness, connected teams despite geographical distance, transparent communication, and leadership at any level, where everyone is welcome as their authentic self.

Our offices

– Seequent operates from offices all over the world; as part of the Bentley Systems family. Our office hubs are fueled by barista-crafted coffee, games, table tennis, Lego, online trivia battles, and regular office team events. We like to celebrate our wins with cake too, lots of cake.

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