Principal Software Engineer
Core
Lead technical direction and solve complex engineering challenges across frontend, backend, mobile, and integration platforms while driving AI-augmented engineering practices.
Role type
Principal Software Engineer (Strategic IC & Mentor)
Builds
Enterprise digital services for New Zealand transport infrastructure
Domain
Public sector / Transportation / Software Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Systems thinking, AI-augmented engineering, DevSecOps, technical strategy, mentoring, cross-functional alignment
Preferred skills
Experience with Java, Spring Boot, React, Azure, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions
Technologies
Java, Spring Boot, React, PostgreSQL, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, GitHub Actions
Responsibilities
Lead development of engineering standards and reusable approaches; Influence software strategy and technical direction; Mentor engineers from graduate to senior levels; Champion DevSecOps and automation across the SDLC; Provide enterprise-level technical design leadership; Guide detailed technical decisions balancing quality, cost, and security.
Seniority
Principal, strategic influence & hands-on leadership