Senior Software Engineer

Primary Details

Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeThe purpose of this role is design, code, test, correct, and document complex programs and scripts based on agreed specifications and standards, in collaboration with software engineers to develop and integrate software solutions, and enhance existing systems to improve operational applications.

The opportunity

• Play a key role in a high-impact transformation project within our Digital API squad in this 6 month fixed term contract.
• Hybrid working model – enjoy the balance of 3 days in our Auckland office and flexibility to work from home.
• Flexible working options available – we're open to discussing arrangements that suit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture – work alongside passionate engineers and stakeholders who value innovation and continuous improvement.
• Be part of a global insurer with a strong local presence and a commitment to resilience, diversity, & wellbeing.
• Must have legal working rights in NZ

Your new role

Some aspects of the Senior Software role include:

• Manage the continuous improvement of development processes and methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a strong focus on the why and a passion for tackling complex technical challenges.
• Ensure customer impacts are assessed and addressed in the design and delivery of solutions.
• Proactively build and maintain strong and effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Perform more complex development activities which may be beyond the competency or skill of a software engineer.
• Analyse business requirements, refine and implement solutions.
• Develop applications which includes coordination and collaboration with the BA/QA as well as the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) of the project owners.

• Supporting developers to grow technically and professionally.

• Please note that for the successful candidate, this process will include a phone screen with our Talent Acquisition team, 2 interviews (either face to face or online via Teams) and background checks.

About you

You will be an experienced full stack software engineer with excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate yourself both with written technical & verbal. With strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, you will have the following technical knowledge and experience & knowledge in:

• With the hands-on development on client server and n-tier systems
• Coaching and mentoring team members
• Proficient in relational database and SQL development
• Broad knowledge of software development life cycle processes
• Expertise in technical and/or business area
• Practical commercial experience in .NET development (.NET Framework and/or .NET Core).
• Knowledge on Test Driven Development, CI/CD principles & agile working

About QBE

We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.

We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

And our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities.

With more than more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate and kind.

We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too?

Your career at QBE — let's make it happen

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• 'Hybrid Working' – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
• Life Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for rest
• Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Voluntary super contributions and company matching
• Income protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums
• A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services

Rewards & Recognition

We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

• Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2018–2024 (global)
• Equileap Top 100 for Gender Equality 2023–2025 (global)
• 2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice
• 2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards
• Platinum employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion
• Top 20 Workplaces for Dads in 2019 and 2020 (HBF Direct Advice for Dads)
• Family Friendly Accredited employer since 2021
• Winner Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2023
• Winner Organisational Development category at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2022

Apply now

APPLY NOW and let's make it happen

Click APPLY to submit your application. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.

QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with accessibility requirements and adjustments, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our employee networks at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at

Skills:

Adaptability, Agile Application Development, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, GitLab CI/CD, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Process Improvements, Risk Management, Scalability Testing, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Methodologies, Stakeholder Management, Team ManagementApplication Close Date: 24/11/2025 11:59 PM

How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.