Software Specialist - Pega

ASB Bank; Auckland; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Wellness initiatives

Parental and flexible leave

Customisable benefits

Job summary

ASB Bank in Auckland is seeking a Software Specialist to provide technical leadership and hands-on development across the full software lifecycle. You will create reliable, secure, scalable solutions and foster a culture of software craftsmanship in an agile environment.

You will modernize processes, design scalable enterprise solutions with Pega, and drive AI-powered initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Pega Senior Systems Architect certification and 6–8+ years Pega development experience.
• Strong knowledge of Pega Constellation, DX APIs and cloud technologies.
• Experience with REST APIs and Kafka integration.
• Familiarity with Pega CLM/KYC frameworks and integration technologies.
• Ability to mentor team members and share knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership within the Customer Tribe and hands-on development.
• Design and deliver scalable enterprise solutions using Pega frameworks.
• Lead AI-powered development initiatives and automation across workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions.
• Mentor others and promote best practices in software craftsmanship.

Skills

Strong development experience

Excellent communication

Collaborative mindset

Mentoring others

Education

Pega Senior Systems Architect certification

Tools

Pega Constellation

DX APIs

REST APIs

Kafka

GenAI features

Job description

At ASB, we believe progress is more than just financial - it's about helping New Zealanders, communities, and our environment thrive together. We're a purpose-led organisation with a proud history and a clear vision: to support Kiwis in getting one step ahead. Our work is guided by strong values - care, courage and curiosity - and brought to life by a diverse team of people who genuinely care about making a difference.

As one of Aotearoa's most trusted banking partners, we combine the stability and scale of a large organisation with a culture that ensures you're recognised as an individual. Your ideas, your growth, and your contribution matter here - and you'll be supported to do meaningful work that has a real impact, every day

The Customer Tribe works across ASB Bank to drive automation for a variety of initiatives through specialist software like Pega. The tribe is a mix of collaborative experts who simply love enabling automation, making life easy for ASBers and our Customers.

As a Software Specialist, you’ll provide technical leadership within the Customer Tribe, alongside hands‑on development. You’ll contribute across the full software development lifecycle – from analysis and design through to development, testing, deployment and ongoing support.

You’ll be a trusted technical expert, mentoring and coaching others, influencing design decisions, and ensuring solutions are reliable, secure, scalable and future‑fit. This role suits someone who values software craftsmanship, enjoys growing others, and thrives in an agile, collaborative environment.

Transform Workflows. Elevate Experiences. Engineer Outcomes. Join us in redefining banking through intelligent automation, AI-powered engineering, and world-class customer experiences.

In these roles, you will support:

• Modernize legacy processes into seamless, intelligent digital journeys
• Design and deliver scalable enterprise solutions using modern Pega frameworks
• Harness AI, GenAI, and engineering accelerators to drive faster, smarter outcomes
• Create exceptional experiences for customers and frontline teams alike
• Lead transformation across the banking value chain, from onboarding and lending to financial crime, payments, and servicing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions

Ngā mea kia whai angitū ahau? | What do I need to be successful?

You’ll bring strong development experience, excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach, allowing you to share your expertise, mentor others and help build capability across the team. A growth mindset, attention to quality, and commitment to developing those around you will set you up for success.

Our ideal applicants will demonstrate:

• Pega Senior Systems Architect (SSA) certification and 6-8+ years of Pega development experience, including 5+ years working at Senior System Architect level
• Strong knowledge of Pega Constellation, DX APIs, AI-powered features, and cloud-based technologies
• Good understanding of Pega CLM/KYC frameworks and integration technologies, including REST APIs and Kafka
• Knowledge of the latest Pega innovations, including GenAI, Knowledge Buddy, Blueprint, Agents, and AI-powered development tools
• Strong understanding of Pega delivery methodologies, best practices, and enterprise application development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

He aha tā mātou | What can we offer

Get the work-life equation right.We know life is full of priorities, from soccer practice to side hobbies. We're here to help you find balance, with a flexible and supportive working environment.

What's important to you is important to us.We support your wellbeing in meaningful ways, including comprehensive health insurance, wellness initiatives, parental and flexible leave, and customisable benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Bring your whole self to work every day.Whether you're into scrap booking, spontaneous karaoke sessions, or just hanging out with the family, ASB is working hard to create a culture where everyone feels safe, included and part of our shared purpose of helping Kiwi get one step ahead.

The whole "one step ahead" thing applies to you, too. With mentorship, flexible learning pathways, and opportunities to deepen your expertise, ASB is a place where you can take on exciting challenges and step forward to reach your goals, both in and out of office.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply?

To serve a diverse community, we need a diverse organisation. We encourage applicants from allbackgrounds who bring unique perspectives and thinking styles that add to the culture andperformance of our team.