Software Engineer

Fonterra; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global dairy co-operative in Auckland is seeking a Software Engineer to build systems that power their multi-billion-dollar trading business. In this role, you will design and develop tools for asset-backed trading and collaborate with traders and risk managers. Ideal candidates have a strong foundation in full-stack development and a passion for creating impactful systems. The position offers a supportive work environment with a focus on well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Fair and equitable pay

Health and well-being programs

Professional development opportunities

Career growth support

Flexible/hybrid working options

Employee recognition

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in modern full-stack development.
• Experience with cloud-native infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.
• Track record in complex domains like finance or trading.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tools enabling asset-backed trading.
• Collaborate closely with traders and risk managers.
• Ensure systems are correct, performant, and reliable.

Skills

Full-stack development (Python, Node.js, TypeScript, GraphQL)

Cloud-native infrastructure (Azure, Docker/K8s, Terraform)

Building robust, production-grade systems

Confidence to work autonomously

Collaborative spirit

Desire to understand business logic

Passion for building new things

Job description

Overview

Position Description

Our Co-operative

Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves. Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution. Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity

This isn’t your typical engineering role. As a Software Engineer in Fonterra’s Commodity Risk & Trading (CR&T) team, you’ll be building the systems that power a multi-billion-dollar trading business, where physical supply chains meet financial markets. You’ll be designing and developing the tools that enable asset-backed trading, portfolio shaping, origination, and real-time execution. From algorithmic trading platforms to risk pricing engines, your work will directly influence trading decisions, risk management, and P&L outcomes. You’ll collaborate closely with traders, quants, and risk managers to solve real business problems, not just ship tickets. Expect to work on systems where correctness, performance, and reliability are critical, and where your code has a direct line to the business. This is a team that values curiosity, craft, and challenge. You’ll be encouraged to ask “why,” challenge assumptions, and propose better ways, all while seeing the tangible impact of your work every day.

Mōu | About You

You’re not just a coder, you’re a problem solver who’s driven by purpose and precision. You care deeply about software quality and maintainability, and you’re motivated by the chance to build systems that matter.

You Bring

• A strong foundation in modern full-stack development (Python, Node.js, TypeScript, GraphQL)
• Experience with cloud-native infrastructure (Azure, Docker/K8s, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines
• A track record of building robust, production-grade systems - ideally in finance, trading, or other complex domains
• A curious mindset and a desire to understand the “why” behind the business logic
• Confidence to work autonomously, challenge assumptions, and shape solutions from first principles
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to work closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A passion for building new things - not just maintaining the status quo

Ngā Aura | Our Values

At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz.

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You

We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:

• Fair and equitable pay
• Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
• Professional development opportunities
• Career growth support
• Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
• Employee recognition
• Support for community involvement and cultural connection

To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers

Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us

Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together. You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.

Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth. If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 5 October 2025.