Senior Software Engineer

Chorus NZ Limited; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Chorus Care package benefits

Hybrid working

Flex@Chorus Sweet Spot

Job summary

Chorus NZ Limited is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build and enhance enterprise-scale software solutions. You will work in a collaborative Agile team across the full software lifecycle, delivering robust and scalable systems while driving continuous improvement in automation and reliability.

The role emphasizes strong Java/Spring Boot expertise, microservices, and middleware patterns, with opportunities to mentor teammates and influence architectural decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience in Agile environments.
• Experience in Java-based apps, microservices and REST/SOAP with Spring Boot.
• Enterprise integration and middleware expertise (ActiveMQ, MuleSoft ESB, MOVEit).
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation (Ansible).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Code reviews, secure coding and maintainable design mindset.
• Ability to coach, mentor and support teammates.
• Ownership, initiative and ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and enhance complex software solutions for business and customer outcomes.
• Collaborate in an Agile team across the full software development lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement in automation, CI/CD, performance and reliability.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership across the wider team.
• Architectural discussions and adoption of modern development practices.

Skills

Software engineering (5+ years)

Java & Spring Boot

Microservices

REST/SOAP APIs

Enterprise integration

ActiveMQ

MuleSoft ESB

MOVEit (batch integration)

Relational databases (Oracle, Postgre)

CI/CD pipelines

Ansible deployment automation

Troubleshooting

Secure coding

Code reviews

Mentoring

Ownership & initiative

Autonomy

Adaptability

Tools

ActiveMQ

MuleSoft ESB

MOVEit

Oracle DB

SQL

PL/SQL

PostgreSQL

Ansible

Job description

Nau mai, haere mai.We’re Chorus. You may have already heard about us and know we’re the team empowering the digital future of Aotearoa with our ultra-fast fibre. We’re a talented bunch who are passionate about our purpose: Unleashing potential through connectivity.Enabling better futures for Aotearoa.

Te Wāhi | Where:

Welington (preferred), Auckland, Christchurch

Te Pūtake | Why we’re hiring

As we move toward 80% fibre uptake by 2030, we’re entering a new phase - one defined by greater complexity, smarter systems, and a step change in how we deliver for our customers.

Join a team that plays a critical role in delivering and evolving the technology that powers Chorus. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, building and enhancing complex software solutions that support key business and customer outcomes. Working as part of a collaborative Agile team, you'll contribute across the full software development lifecycle, helping to deliver robust, scalable and high-quality solutions while driving continuous improvement in the way we work.

This role is ideal for a senior engineer who brings not only strong technical expertise, but also a proactive and growth-focused mindset. We're looking for someone who is naturally curious, takes ownership, demonstrates initiative, and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves to solve problems wherever they arise.

From a technical perspective, you'll be heavily involved in designing, developing and supporting enterprise-scale software solutions, integrations and APIs that are critical to the business. You'll bring strong engineering discipline, contribute to architectural discussions, champion modern development practices, and help drive improvements across areas such as automation, CI/CD, system performance, security and reliability.

We're looking for someone who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges, takes pride in delivering high-quality code, and can balance hands-on development with providing technical guidance and leadership across the wider team:

In additional, you will bring:

• 5+ years of software engineering experience within Agile delivery environments.
• Strong experience developing Java-based applications, microservices, and web services (REST/SOAP) using Spring Boot.
• Expertise in enterprise integration and middleware patterns, including messaging systems (ActiveMQ), ESB platforms (MuleSoft ESB), batch integration (MOVEit), and relational databases (Oracle DB / SQL / PLSQL, PostgreSQL).
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines and automation as well as deployment automation using Ansible
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex technical challenges.
• A quality-focused mindset with experience in code reviews, testing, secure coding and maintainable software design.
• A collaborative approach and a passion for coaching, mentoring and supporting teammates.
• The confidence to challenge the status quo, contribute ideas, and drive continuous improvement.
• A high level of ownership, accountability and initiative, with the ability to work autonomously and make sound technical decisions.
• An enthusiasm for change, learning new technologies, and helping the team adapt and evolve

We’re shaping a future where all New Zealanders are free to access opportunities that define their own lives, as we expand our network to help Aotearoa grow.

With a new strategy in place and a powerful, inspiring purpose, Chorus is an exciting space right now. We’re on the path to moving from being the great network builder to being the great network operator. To do that, we embrace our mindsets: Be bold, ignite growth, Honour our past, reimagine our future, and Connect communities, empower people. We need people who not only embody these mindsets and the underpinning behaviours but who also inspire others to do the same.

With our Chorus Care package benefits behind you, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside a caring, open-minded team in an environment that embraces diversity, encourages innovation, redefines flexibility, and offers an enviable work life balance.

We know how to do hybrid working well and have been doing it for years and encourage you to find ways to work flexibly. If it suits your circumstances and delivers great outcomes for Chorus – that’s when you know you’ve found the Flex@Chorus Sweet Spot!

We have a fair, inclusive and equitable culture where our differences are our strengths, we connect on shared values, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Please let us know of any accessibility requirements you would like us to consider to support you with your application.We know women are underrepresented in senior roles, and we want to change that. If you’re a woman looking for your next step, in a company that genuinely supports your growth, has a flexible work culture and visible female leaders we’d encourage you to apply.