Software Engineer

Gallagher; Hamilton; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Hybrid flexibility

KiwiSaver and life & disability insu r

Mentorship and professional dev.

Team culture and events

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a Software Engineer to join the High Security team in Hamilton. You will contribute to the design, development and ongoing enhancement of high security products used by customers worldwide.

You'll work across front-end, back-end and embedded systems within a collaborative squad. The role requires 3+ years of commercial software experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a drive for continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience in front-end, back-end and embedded systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with cryptographic concepts and secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, development and ongoing enhancement of high security products.
• Deliver high-quality software across front-end, back-end and embedded systems.
• Collaborate in cross-functional squads and continue developing skills while ensuring robustness and security.

Skills

C++

C#/.NET Core

SQL

Automated testing

Agile

Cryptography basics

Ruby/JavaScript

English communication

Education

Bachelors in CS/Engineering

Job description

About Gallagher

Our purpose at Gallagher is ‘Protect what matters most’ and we live it every day, whetherthat’sprotecting 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’rescalingwith intent, driving an incredible growth trajectory with innovationand customer impactat the heart of everything we do. With operations across New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, the USA, Canada, and Europeand exports to over 140 countrieswe’rebuildingglobally focused career pathways right here in New Zealand.

As we expand our Hamilton-based teams,this is your chanceto be part of a true Kiwi tech success storymaking a global impact. Ifyou’redriven by passion and purpose to protect what matters most, comehelp shapethe future ofwhat’spossiblewith us.

About The Role

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our High Security team. In this role, you’ll contribute to the design, development, and ongoing enhancement of our high security products used by customers around the world.

Working in a collaborative, cross-functional squad, you’ll help deliver high-quality software solutions across both front-end, back-end, and embedded systems. You’ll contribute to technical design, tackle complex problems with support from senior team members, and continue developing your skills while helping keep our products robust, scalable, and secure.

About You

You’re an experienced software engineer with 3+ years of preferably commercial product software development who enjoys building high-quality solutions and tackling complex technical challenges. You Bring a collaborative mindset, strong problem-solving ability, and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

• C++, C# with .Net Core, and SQL Application Development
• Familiarity with automated and unit testing
• Tertiary degree in electrical engineering, computer science or similar
• Strong written and verbal English skills
• Experience working in Agile software development environments
• Familiarity with cryptographic concepts such as asymmetric/symmetric cryptography, secure hashing and the role of encryption vs authentication
• Ability and willingness to also work on application development in other languages such as Ruby and JavaScript

Security Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will be required to gain and maintain a security clearance (to at least Confidential level). To be eligible to obtain this security clearance, you must be an NZ permanent resident and have resided continuously in NZ or one of the 5 Eyes countries (NZ, USA, UK, Canada, Australia) for the past 5 years.

Working at Gallagher

You’ll be part of a global, future-focused organisation where creativity and innovation are valued and supported. Working in an environment driven by collaboration, innovation, passion, craftsmanship and mutual respect, you’ll help achieve our team purpose to translate vision into exceptional creations.

We Also Offer

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Hybrid flexibility (typically 3 days in the office a week, with additional onsite days required depending on work demands)
• KiwiSaver on-top and Life and Disability insurance
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• A supportive team culture with team-building events, and a fun environment

Growth at Gallagher is constant, and we are building our team with like-minded individuals who relate to our story so that together we can continue to push the boundaries of what is possible.