Senior Developer

• Help shape the digital experiences of more than 26,000 students and 4,000 staff through modern software engineering and AI-enabled innovation.
• Join AUT's AI Acceleration Centre and help build the next generation of digital experiences for our students and staff.
• 2-year fixed-term contract, full-time opportunity based at AUT's City Campus

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.

AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

AUT is investing in the future of digital experiences through its AI Acceleration Centre, bringing together modern software engineering, cloud technologies and AI-assisted development to rapidly deliver innovative solutions across the University. We are looking for a Senior Developer to help design, build and enhance these solutions, working with modern technologies in a collaborative, Agile environment.

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

As a Senior Developer within AUT's AI Acceleration Centre, you'll play a key role in designing, building and enhancing the University's next generation of digital experiences. Working across modern web, mobile, cloud and integration technologies, you'll design and deliver scalable applications and AI-enabled solutions that improve how thousands of students and staff engage with AUT’s digital services.

You'll collaborate closely with product owners, designers and fellow developers in an Agile environment, contribute to architecture and engineering standards, mentor other developers, and help embed AI-assisted development practices that enable high-quality, secure and maintainable software delivery.

About you | Ko wai koe

If you’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to try new things, explore bold ideas and inject real energy and passion into the entire university experience - you’ll fit right in.

This role is ideal for someone who combines solid technical depth with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset. You will be confident working across the full development lifecycle, from architecture and prototyping through to production delivery, support, and continuous improvement. You will also provide technical leadership within the team, helping guide good development practices, mentoring less experienced developers, and contributing to a high-performing engineering environment.

You'll also provide technical leadership within the team, mentoring graduate, junior and intermediate developers through peer reviews, technical guidance and knowledge sharing while helping build engineering capability across the AI Acceleration Centre.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline
• At least 6 years’ professional experience in software development
• Strong experience designing, building, and maintaining modern software solutions in a professional environment
• Experience developing APIs and system integrations for reliable data exchange between platforms
• Strong working knowledge of contemporary development approaches including version control, testing, peer review, Agile delivery, and CI/CD
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or similar
• Experience developing with technologies such as C#/.NET, TypeScript, React or Next.js, React Native, Azure, Azure SQL and REST APIs
• Strong understanding of software architecture, scalability, maintainability, and supportability
• Awareness of cybersecurity good practice and common application security risks
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools (such as GitHub Copilot or similar) to accelerate development while maintaining code quality, security and maintainability would be an advantage
• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey (https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/maori/auts-commitment-to-Te-Tiriti-o-Waitangi)

As a professional member of staff at AUT, you’ll help keep us moving forward. From improving our services and streamlining our systems to supporting the experiences of students and staff across our campuses. By working collaboratively, solving problems and driving practical improvements, you’ll play a vital role in helping us operate smoothly, raise our profile, and evolve what we do, every day.

You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is highly desirable.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your role and career.

We Offer

• Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports belonging.
• Recognition frameworks that reflect your contribution and how you live our values.
• The tools and trust to make a meaningful difference every day.
• Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose.
• Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff.
• Professional development and funded study pathways to keep you moving forward.
• Free gym membership.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your CV - please ensure to submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criteria listed above.

Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

Start Date: As soon as possible, to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $110,000 - $131,000, commensurate with the skills and experience of the preferred candidate.

For further information: Contact Caroline Cranston, AUT Recruitment Consultant - caroline.cranston@aut.ac.nz

Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 15 November 2026 at 11.55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 95049

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week

At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.