Software Engineer

Tait International Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flu vaccines

Extra sick leave

Onsite parking

Gym access

Café on site

Long service benefits

Social club

Job summary

Tait Communications in Christchurch is seeking an embedded software engineer to join the Terminals Team. You will work across the stack, from platform code to firmware, focusing on low‑level optimization and wireless integrations for mission‑critical radio products.

You will bring strong C/C++, embedded firmware experience, and a practical, collaborative mindset in an agile environment. The role offers hands‑on hardware interaction and opportunities to shape product reliability and performance

Qualifications

• Proven embedded firmware experience in commercial products.
• Strong C/C++ and RTOS knowledge.
• Experience across high/low-level software layers.
• Knowledge of wireless technologies preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for radio products.
• Contribute to the design and evolution of platform software, system architecture, and core firmware components.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues across the software stack.
• Integrate and support technologies such as wireless communications, audio systems, and peripheral interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new features and product enhancements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including software quality, development practices, and technical processes.

Skills

Embedded firmware

C/C++

Real-time/RTOS

Software design

Debugging skills

Cross-functional work

Agile

Wireless tech

Device drivers

Tools

Bluetooth

Wi-Fi

Radio interface

Job description

We Go Beyond for A Safer World Te Tūranga - The Role

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Terminals Team, a collaborative group of around 30 software developers and testers responsible for the software that powers our mission‑critical radio solutions. Our products are trusted by emergency services, utilities, and enterprise organisations around the world, helping people stay connected when communication matters most. This role is ideal for a versatile embedded software engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and working across different layers of a product's software architecture. You'll have the opportunity to contribute throughout the stack, although a strong interest in platform and low‑level firmware development would be particularly valuable. From working close to hardware and optimising system performance, to integrating wireless technologies and addressing system‑level challenges, you'll play an important role in shaping the capability, reliability, and future direction of our products. You'll join an experienced team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and building high‑quality solutions that perform in demanding real‑world environments.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for mobile and portable radio products.
• Contribute to the design and evolution of platform software, system architecture, and core firmware components.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues across the software stack.
• Integrate and support technologies such as wireless communications, audio systems, and peripheral interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver new features and product enhancements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including software quality, development practices, and technical processes.

Ō pūkenga - About You

You will join us as an embedded software engineer who enjoys solving technical problems and delivering high‑quality products. You'll bring a strong technical foundation, a practical approach to development, and a passion for building reliable solutions that make a real‑world impact.

You will bring:

• Proven experience developing embedded firmware for commercial products.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++
• Experience developing software for embedded and real‑time systems.
• A solid understanding of software design principles, debugging, and problem‑solving techniques.
• Experience working across different layers of a software architecture, from platform‑level code through to application functionality.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams in an agile development environment.
• Experience with Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, audio technologies, or other wireless communications would be highly regarded.
• Exposure to radio communications systems, device drivers, or hardware‑near software development would be an advantage.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Ngā painga - What’s in it for you?

We are an employer that is committed to making a difference for families and communities and supporting people to build rewarding careers. We achieve this through employing people who connect with our Values (Commitment to listen. Courage to Act and Integrity to Deliver) that underpin our way of working together. We are committed to investing in our people, developing both individuals and teams to support a high‑performance culture.

• We prioritise your wellbeing through health insurance, annual flu vaccinations and extra sick leave in your first year.
• We provide a comfortable work environment through modern office facilities with free onsite parking, gym, and café.
• We recognise your commitment through long service benefits.
• We balance work with fun through our active social club!

For more information about the company, our products and solutions offered to our customers, please visit our website:www.taitcommunications.com.

About Us

For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transportation and utility customers around the world. Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we now have a network of customers and offices that spans the globe. Our employees value being part of a creative team committed to providing technological solutions that make a real difference to the communities we support. By joining Tait, you'll be joining a community of people with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, who care deeply about their work and the genuine impact it has for our customers, and who support each other to grow and develop.

We encourage you are self‑disciplined, curious, and collaborative, guided by trust, humility, and integrity. We put the team first, challenge ourselves to do better, and keep our promises. These values guide how we work together and with our customers, and underpin our reputation as a global leader in critical communications.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Tait Communications is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.

At Tait Communications, we design and deliver critical communication systems that help keep communities safer and industries operating more efficiently around the world. If you join us, you won't just be starting a new job; you'll be taking the first step towards a rewarding career with a Company that truly makes a difference.