Technical Lead Engineer - Digital Delivery

Westpac New Zealand Limited; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday leave

Additional leave options

Banking benefits

Insurance discounts

Superannuation

Development opportunities

Volunteer days

Recognition program

School holiday subsidy

Job summary

Westpac New Zealand Limited in Auckland is seeking a Lead Engineer to provide hands-on technical leadership across multiple squads, balancing coding with strategic direction and team development. You will influence architecture, drive engineering excellence, guide design decisions, and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture while delivering secure, scalable digital experiences for customers.

The role expects 5+ years in relevant engineering roles, experience leading small teams, and

Qualifications

• Experience 5+ years in engineering roles.
• Experience leading small teams and Agile practices.
• Hands-on coding with leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical leadership across up to two squads.
• Influence architectural decisions and drive engineering excellence.
• Mentor and uplift engineers, ensuring delivery and quality.

Job description

Westpac New Zealand Limited in Auckland is seeking a Lead Engineer to provide hands-on technical leadership across multiple squads, balancing coding with strategic direction and team development. You will influence architecture, drive engineering excellence, guide design decisions, and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture while delivering secure, scalable digital experiences for customers.

The role expects 5+ years in relevant engineering roles, experience leading small teams, and