Senior Software Developer

Job Description:

Te Ratonga Tautoko Hangarau | Digital Services

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Generous superannuation provisions (up to 6.75% employer contribution)
• Fixed-Term position until 18 December 2028
• 37.5 hours per week

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Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

This role sits within Software Engineering, working closely with the Data & AI Enablement team to deliver integration and application capabilities that support UC’s evolving digital and data landscape. You will play a key role in connecting systems, enabling data flows, and supporting modern platforms that underpin learning and teaching experiences. You will take technical responsibility across the full software development lifecycle, from analysis and design through to development, testing, and deployment. Delivering robust, scalable, and high-quality software solutions.

Working within Agile teams, you will:

• Design, build, and maintain system integrations and APIs supporting the Curriculum Management System
• Develop modern web-based applications and integration services aligned with architectural standards
• Work with enterprise platforms (e.g. student systems, identity services, and SaaS applications) to enable secure and reliable data exchange
• Contribute to integration architecture, including RESTful APIs, event-driven patterns, and messaging frameworks
• Support release planning, troubleshoot system issues, and continuously improve development practices
• Mentor junior developers, review code and designs, and contribute to technical standards
• Collaborate closely with Delivery Leads, architects, and stakeholders to ensure successful and timely delivery
• Contribute to and uphold engineering standards, tools, and practices that enable consistency and quality across Software Engineering.

Mōu | Who You Are

You are a senior software professional who enjoys building high-quality solutions, mentoring others, and contributing to a collaborative and continuously improving engineering environment.

You will also be able to demonstrate experience in:

• At least 7 years commercial software development experience, using more than one programming language.
• Bachelor’s Degree (NZQA Level 7) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related software development discipline.
• Ability to work across team boundaries and influence without direct authority
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to simplify complex systems and integration challenges
• Strong experience building web-based applications and APIs using modern frameworks
• Experience with integration design patterns, including API-led and event-driven architectures
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control, and automated testing practices
• Familiarity with data formats and integration standards (e.g. JSON, XML, REST)
• Experience working in cloud environments (e.g. AWS, Azure, or similar)

The following would be advantageous:

• Experience with integration platforms (e.g. MuleSoft, Boomi, Azure Integration Services, or similar)
• Knowledge of authentication and security protocols (e.g. OAuth2, SSO)
• Experience working with large enterprise systems (e.g. ERP, CRM, Student Management Systems)

An alignment with our organisation's values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With

You will work closely with Agile delivery teams, including developers, technical analysts, and Delivery Leads, as well as stakeholders across the University. Collaborating with Digital Services teams and contribute to cross-team initiatives, sharing knowledge and promoting best practice.

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC

At UC, being part of our team means more than just a job. We are committed to supporting our kaimahi | staff’s career and wellbeing with benefits designed to help our kaimahi grow and feel connected, supported and valued.

UC’s Benefits approach is shaped by Ngā Uara | Our Values Whanaungatanga, Tiakitanga, and Manaakitanga. They are designed to be relevant, support and inspire our people, they include:

• 4 weeks annual leave +5 days university holidays
• generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%) (If over 9 month)
• flexible working arrangements
• professional development opportunities
• supportive working environment
• a wide range of retail discounts across shopping, entertainment and travel
• on-campus staff discounts
• living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• a unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as UC RecCentre and Staff Club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.

For more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about-uc/work-at-uc/benefits-working-uc

For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/

The closing date for this position is: 27 April 2026 (midnight, NZ time)*Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place before the close date.*

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.

Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to WorkatUC@canterbury.ac.nz

You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency or hold a valid NZ work visa to be considered for this role.