Senior Software Engineer - Full Stack (Java) Auckland | Wellington | Christchurch
A bit about us
For over 19 years, ClearPoint has been the trusted technology partner for organisations navigating complex digital transformation. We combine software engineering, AI, data and insights, cloud, and human-centred design to deliver meaningful, lasting outcomes.
We work with some of New Zealand’s most impactful organisations - and we care deeply about the quality of what we build. Our Auckland head office overlooks the Viaduct (5 minutes from Britomart), with co-working access across NZ and Australia. Through innovative thinking, we strive to make a difference for ourselves, our teams, our clients and our community across New Zealand, Australia and the UK.
The ClearPoint culture
At ClearPoint, we’re proud of the culture we’ve built - collaborative, curious, and high-performing. Our values aren’t just words:
Respect and Care for People
Act with Integrity
Earn and Nurture Trust
You’ll work with sharp, passionate people who take ownership, raise the bar, and genuinely enjoy what they do. Whether you’re in Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch, you’ll be part of a team that invests in your growth and makes space for you to shine.
The Role
We’re growing, and we need a T-shaped Senior or Lead Software Engineers to join our Software Engineering Practice. You’re someone with deep Java expertise at your core - but your curiosity doesn’t stop there. You understand the broader software delivery picture: the APIs, the pipelines, the messaging, the cloud infrastructure, and the people on either side of the problem.
Our current projects are business-critical systems that serve a large number of New Zealanders every day. You’ll be writing code that matters, alongside people who care about quality and craft.
What we’re looking for
Your core - the depth of your ‘T’:
Strong Java skills (v11+) - you know the language deeply, not just the syntax
Spring Boot (or Micronaut / Quarkus) with genuine willingness to go deep on Spring
Microservices architecture - you’ve designed and owned them end-to-end
API design and implementation that others want to use
Messaging architectures, ideally Apache Kafka
Relational databases - solid working knowledge, not just ORM abstraction
Automated testing mindset baked into how you work
DevOps and containerised deployment (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD)
React or React Native - enough frontend fluency to collaborate across the stack and build on your existing API work.
The breadth of your ‘T’ - the things that make you more than a specialist:
TypeScript / Node.js - nice to have, not a dealbreaker Experience with large-scale relational database systems
Observability, monitoring, and a systems-thinking mindset
An appetite for AI and emerging tech - you’re watching the space
Communication skills that make complex things clear to engineers and non-engineers alike
What makes an Ideal Candidate?
We’re not just looking for someone who can write great Java. We’re looking for a ClearPointer - someone who is creative and curious, brings a genuine growth mindset, and thrives in high-impact situations. You take ownership, communicate with clarity and calm, and always keep the client’s outcomes front of mind. You’re self-assured without being arrogant - someone who creates space for others to do their best work while consistently raising the bar yourself.
What’s on Offer
Complex, high-impact projects that push you technically - there’s always something interesting on the go
Competitive remuneration, health insurance, subsidised gym, barista coffee, wellness workshops, and more
Flexible/remote working - we trust you to get the job done wherever you do your best work
Annual training budget + access to AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft, and Salesforce learning resources
BYOD allowance, phone allowance, and access to whatever tech you need to do great work
Award-winning culture - AWS Social Impact Partner of the Year, CIO 50 Award recipient
Interested?
If you're passionate about engineering, love solving complex problems, and want to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!
Location: Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch, New Zealand
Type: Permanent Full-Time Position
To apply, send your CV and a brief introduction to debbie.murphy@clearpoint.co.nz ClearPoint is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be successful in this application.
