Stone Benchtop Programmer/Operator — Learn & Grow

Agb Stone; Auckland; On-site; NZD 149,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

South and North Ltd is seeking an experienced Software Developer to join our Auckland team. The role covers full software development lifecycle, from investigating needs to release, documentation, and post-release support across web, service, marketplace and property modules.

You will work with product, editorial, sales and operations to translate requirements into working features, improve performance and scalability, and help guide the platform’s technical direction as our user base grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/SE or related field.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Experience with web/mobile technologies and APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software applications and systems.
• Develop front-end and back-end functionality per requirements.
• Develop and maintain REST APIs, databases, and web/mobile components.
• Review systems and propose technical improvements.
• Document software changes and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Software development

Frontend development

Backend development

API development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

REST APIs

Databases

Testing

Job description

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Software Developer

Auckland City South and North Limited

Posted 8 days ago

Job Description

Primary address of work: 25 Veronica Street, New Lynn, Auckland
Vacancy number: 1
Employment type: Permanent full time
Minimum hours per week: 30 Hours
Maximum hours per week: 40 Hours
Minimum hourly rate (low salary range): $72/ hour
Maximum hourly rate (high salary range): $75 / hour
Pay frequent: Monthly

Company Overview

South and North Ltd is a New Zealand-based digital media and technology company that owns andoperates Infomate (infomate.co.nz) — a community‑focused online platform that connects Kiwis withlocal news, events, marketplace listings, property, motoring, and services across New Zealand.

Delivered through both a web platform and a dedicated iOS mobile application, Infomate is organisedaround three core areas — social support, business, and lifestyle — and brings together curatededitorial content and user‑generated content in a single, locality‑aware product. Users can browsecommunity listings, search for local services, discover events, engage with the Locally and Livesections, and participate through Matepoints, our engagement and loyalty programme. The platformalso operates a paid advertising business, providing local businesses with a targeted channel to reachtheir community.
Behind the platform is an in‑house engineering team that continuously ships new features across web and mobile, maintains a growing content and user database, and works closely with editorial, sales, and operations colleagues to keep the product fast, reliable, and relevant to New Zealand users. As our user base and commercial partners continue to grow, we are investing further in our engineeringcapability and are seeking an experienced and technically strong Software Developer to join ourAuckland office.

Job Summary

South and North Ltd is seeking an experienced Software Developer to play a hands‑on role in theongoing development and enhancement of the Infomate web platform and the Infomate iOS mobileapplication. The role covers the full software development lifecycle — from investigating businessand user needs, through design, coding, and testing, to release, documentation, and post‑release support — across the platform's community, service, marketplace, motor, and property modules.

The successful candidate will work closely with product, editorial, sales, and operations colleagues totranslate business and user requirements into working software features, improve the performanceand stability of existing modules, and help shape the platform's technical direction as its user baseand advertising business continue to scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate, consult on, and analyse the software and system requirements of the Infomateplatform across its community, service, marketplace, motor, and property modules, working withproduct owners, editorial staff, and sales colleagues to translate business and user requirementsinto clear technical specifications.
  Review the existing Infomate web platform and iOS mobile application to identify technicallimitations, performance bottlenecks, and deficiencies in existing workflows, processes, anddevelopment procedures, and recommend practical improvements.
  Develop, test, debug, and maintain application code in accordance with the company's
  established testing protocols, coding standards, and release procedures, including diagnosing andcorrecting defects identified through internal QA, monitoring, and user feedback.
  Build and maintain source code for new and existing features of the Infomate web platform andmobile application in accordance with system requirements, solution designs, and detailedtechnical specifications, while maintaining code quality, reliability, and performance.
  Prepare, update, and maintain technical documentation, system documentation, end‑usertechnical guidance, and internal operating procedures for the software modules and featuresunder the developer's responsibility.
  Provide technical input and recommendations to management on proposed software initiatives,including effort assessments, development cost estimates, software upgrades, third‑partyservices, and whether solutions should be developed internally or acquired externally.
  Collaborate with UX designers, back‑end engineers, editorial, and advertising operations teams todevelop and deliver end‑to‑end software features across the Infomate web and mobile platforms,including functionality supporting user‑generated content, curated content, local services,marketplace listings, and paid advertising placements.
  Participate in solution design discussions, code reviews, testing, and release planning, and
  contribute to the ongoing improvement of development standards, technical practices, andknowledge sharing within the engineering team.

Job requirement: applicant must meet following requirement to apply for this job

The Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining software applications and technology solutions that support the company's business operations and digital products.

Position Title: Software Developer
Employment Type: Full‑time
Reports To: General Manager
Department: Technology & Product Development
Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Position Purpose
The Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining software applications and technology solutions that support the company's business operations and digital products.

The role will work closely with management, product, operations, compliance, and other technical staff to develop secure, reliable, scalable, and user‑friendly systems. The Software Developer will also participate in system integration, technical troubleshooting, software improvement, and the ongoing development of the company's technology platform.

Key Responsibilities
1. Software Development

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software applications and systems.
• Write clean, efficient, maintainable, and well‑documented source code.
• Develop front‑end and back‑end functionality according to business and technical requirements.
• Develop and maintain APIs, databases, web applications, mobile applications, and other software components as required.
• Review existing systems and recommend appropriate technical improvements.

2. System Integration

• Integrate internal systems with third‑party platforms, APIs, payment services, banking systems, and other technology providers.
• Develop and maintain interfaces between different applications and databases.
• Troubleshoot integration issues and ensure reliable exchange of information between systems.
• Support testing and implementation of new technology services and integrations.

3. Testing and Quality Assurance

• Prepare and conduct unit, integration, system, and user acceptance testing.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve software defects and technical issues.
• Monitor application performance and improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain appropriate development, testing, and production environment controls.

4. System Maintenance and Support

• Maintain and enhance existing applications based on operational and business requirements.
• Diagnose software problems and provide technical solutions.
• Perform software upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and performance improvements.
• Provide technical support to internal staff and assist with resolving system‑related incidents.

5. Security and Data Protection

• Apply secure software development practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Assist with protecting customer, transaction, and company information from unauthorised access or misuse.
• Work with relevant staff to identify and remediate system vulnerabilities.
• Ensure software development practices comply with applicable company security, privacy, and compliance requirements.

6. Technical Documentation

• Prepare and maintain system specifications, technical documentation, API documentation, database documentation, and operating procedures.
• Document software changes, system architecture, testing results, and deployment procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of development activities and software versions.

7. Business and Product Development Support

• Work with management and business teams to understand operational requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in product planning and provide technical input on the feasibility of proposed features.
• Recommend technologies and system improvements that improve efficiency, customer experience, scalability, and reliability.
• Assist with the implementation of new digital products and services.

8. Project and Team Collaboration

• Participate in software development projects from requirements analysis through implementation and ongoing support.
• Work collaboratively with developers, product staff, operations staff, external vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates regarding development progress, technical issues, risks, and project milestones.
• Support technical knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the organisation.

Key Tasks May Include

• Developing web‑based and mobile applications.
• Developing and maintaining REST APIs and backend services.
• Designing and maintaining relational and/or non‑relational databases.
• Integrating payment gateways and external service providers.
• Developing merchant, customer, and administration portals.
• Implementing transaction‑processing and reporting functionality.
• Developing automated operational and reconciliation functions.
• Conducting application testing and debugging.
• Monitoring and optimising application performance.
• Managing source code using version‑control systems.
• Supporting cloud‑hosted applications and infrastructure.
• Assisting with software deployment and release management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline; or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Strong understanding of software development principles and the software development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of modern programming languages, frameworks, databases, APIs, and web technologies.
• Understanding of software testing, debugging, version control, and deployment processes.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong software programming and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to analyse complex technical and business requirements.
• Experience with database design and management.
• Experience developing or integrating APIs.
• Good understanding of application security and data protection principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot software and system problems.
• Strong attention to accuracy and software quality.
• Ability to manage multiple development priorities and meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing business requirements.

Performance Expectations

• Deliver software development work within agreed timeframes.
• Produce reliable, maintainable, and secure software.
• Minimise software defects and system interruptions.
• Respond promptly to critical technical issues.
• Maintain appropriate technical documentation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company's technology platform.
• Maintain confidentiality of company, customer, transaction, and technical information.

General Responsibilities

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of commercially sensitive and customer information.
• Follow applicable privacy, information security, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other reasonable duties related to the position as requested by management.