Software Developer

KPMG New Zealand; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working across office, client,/

Local and international secondments

Flexible leave options

18 weeks parental leave

Professional association membership

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

KPMG New Zealand is seeking a Software Developer to design and build scalable digital solutions that deliver seamless, high-quality user experiences across front-end and back-end. You’ll work with product, design and engineering teams to create robust features that meet architectural goals and security standards.

You will contribute to writing clean, well-documented code, participate in code reviews, and help resolve performance bottlenecks while collaborating in a delivery-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ software development experience with strong full-stack capability and Azure development experience.
• Comfortable across front-end, back-end, APIs, integrations, databases, authentication and cloud-based services.
• Experience with modern web application development and secure coding practices.
• Enjoy being involved early in discovery and solution shaping, not just coding from fully defined requirements.
• Able to work pragmatically in a delivery environment where priorities, detail and designs may evolve.
• Clear communicator who can collaborate with product, business, testing and technical teams.
• Experience in professional or financial services or similarly complex business environments would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deploy robust front-end and back-end features aligned with product and architectural goals.
• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code with appropriate test coverage, applying secure development practices and contributing to code reviews to uphold quality and security standards.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across the stack to ensure responsive and reliable applications.
• Provide technical input and guidance to other developers through pairing, feedback, and documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including product, design, platform, and QA to deliver high-quality digital experiences.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to stakeholders and contribute to planning discussions.

Skills

Full-stack development

Azure

Front-end

Back-end

APIs

Databases

Cloud-based services

Security best practices

Job description

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. At KPMG, we believe in fuelling prosperity for all New Zealanders. This purpose drives everything we do, from our client work to internal practises, all guided by our shared values of Integrity, Courage, Excellence, Together, for Better.

Ready to build technology that truly makes a difference? As a Software Developer, you’ll create scalable digital solutions that deliver seamless, high-quality user experiences.

You’ll be at the heart of feature development - bringing ideas to life through clean, reliable code while continuously enhancing performance and functionality. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, takes pride in quality, and is always looking for ways to improve and innovate.

Working alongside talented teams across product, design, and engineering, you’ll help drive smart, efficient delivery and contribute to building products that users rely on every day. If you’re passionate about technology and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Day To Day You Will

• Design, develop and deploy robust front-end and back-end features aligned with product and architectural goals.


• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code with appropriate test coverage, applying secure development practices and contributing to code reviews to uphold quality and security standards.


• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across the stack to ensure responsive and reliable applications.


• Provide technical input and guidance to other developers through pairing, feedback, and documentation.


• Work closely with cross-functional teams including product, design, platform, and QA to deliver high-quality digital experiences.


• Communicate technical concepts clearly to stakeholders and contribute to planning discussions.

What You Will Bring To Our Team

• 3+ years’ software development experience, with strong full-stack capability and solid Azure development experience.


• Comfortable working across front-end, back-end, APIs, integrations, databases, authentication, and cloud-based services.


• Experience with modern web application development and secure coding practices.


• Enjoy being involved early in discovery and solution shaping, not just coding from fully defined requirements.


• Able to work pragmatically in a delivery environment where priorities, detail, and designs may evolve.


• Clear communicator who can collaborate well with product, business, testing, and technical teams.


• Experience in professional services, financial services, or similarly complex business environments would be beneficial.

Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance. Thank you for your understanding.

Life at KPMG

KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent.

For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please email Emma at

For any general questions about the role or recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at

We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance. We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG.

As a KPMG Employee, We Will Offer You

• - Access to the firm's annual incentive scheme


• - Opportunities for local and international secondments


• - Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work


• - The ability to work from overseas and extend time connecting with friends and family outside New Zealand


• - Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave


• - Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents


• - A paid professional association membership of your choice


• - Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees


• - A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services


• - The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups


• - The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm’s environmental footprint and become carbon zero by 2030


• - An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities


• - Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities


• - An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family's overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more!

We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.