Senior Software Engineer - Embedded

Gallagher Animal Management; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration and bonus

Professional development

Health and wellbeing benefits

Modern environment and inclusive work

Job summary

Gallagher Animal Management is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to design, develop and maintain software features for our security and animal management products. You will collaborate with hardware teams, participate in architecture decisions and mentor junior developers.

The role emphasizes ownership of technical initiatives, delivery of high-quality embedded solutions, and ongoing improvements to development practices in a global product environment.

Qualifications

• At least five years' experience in commercial software development.
• Strong experience with Embedded C/C++.
• Experience with Linux and Zephyr environments.
• Knowledge of microprocessor architecture and digital electronics.
• Experience with debugging, testing and software quality practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems and modern development tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and maintaining embedded software solutions.
• Collaborating with hardware engineers on board bring-up, debugging and integration.
• Analysing system performance and driving technical improvements.
• Taking ownership of assigned projects and leading them through to completion.
• Conducting code reviews and supporting engineering best practices.
• Investigating and resolving complex technical issues and defects.
• Mentoring and sharing knowledge with other developers.
• Contributing to continuous improvement across products, processes and development standards.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Linux/Zephyr experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Version control

Education

Tertiary qualification or equivalent

Tools

Git

Job description

About Gallagher

Our purpose at Gallagher is ‘Protect what matters most’ and we live it every day, whether that’s protecting the world’s highest security environments or agricultural businesses, we care deeply about our people, their families, and our wider communities.

Gallagher Security is on a mission to unlock more value for our customers through the power of our people and solutions - and right now is a pivotal moment in our evolution. We’re scaling with intent, driving an incredible growth trajectory with innovation and customer impact at the heart of everything we do. With operations across New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, the USA, Canada, and Europe and exports to over 140 countries we’re building globally focused career pathways right here in New Zealand.

This is an opportunity to work on complex, real-world products where software and hardware come together. You'll take ownership of technical initiatives, contribute to architectural decisions, mentor other engineers, and help deliver innovative solutions that make a difference for customers around the globe.

About The Role

As part of an agile development squad, you'll lead the design, development and maintenance of embedded software features and products from concept through to delivery. You'll collaborate closely with hardware engineers, testers, project teams, and fellow developers to build high-quality, reliable solutions.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Designing, developing and maintaining embedded software solutions
• Collaborating with hardware engineers on board bring-up, debugging and integration
• Analysing system performance and driving technical improvements
• Taking ownership of assigned projects and leading them through to completion
• Conducting code reviews and supporting engineering best practices
• Investigating and resolving complex technical issues and defects
• Mentoring and sharing knowledge with other developers
• Contributing to continuous improvement across products, processes and development standards

About You

You'll be a passionate software engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and working in a collaborative product development environment. You're comfortable taking ownership, influencing technical direction and supporting the growth of those around you.

We're Looking For Someone Who Has

• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent industry experience
• At least five years' experience in commercial software development
• Strong experience with Embedded C/C++
• Experience working with Linux and/or Zephyr environments
• Knowledge of microprocessor architecture and digital electronics
• Experience with debugging, testing and software quality practices
• Familiarity with version control systems and modern development tools
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Experience with FPGAs, VHDL, secure boot, embedded security concepts, open-source software, driver development or scripting languages such as Python and Bash would be highly regarded

Why Gallagher?

Gallagher is one of New Zealand's most respected technology companies, with a global reputation for innovation. Our products are used in more than 160 countries and solve real-world problems across security and animal management industries.

When you join Gallagher, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact through meaningful engineering work.

We Offer

• Competitive remuneration and bonus opportunities
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Access to health and wellbeing benefits
• A modern environment and inclusive culture

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled before the closing date.