Lead Software Developer

Posted 15 April 2024
LocationDunedin
Job type Permanent
DisciplineSoftware Development
Reference854781

Job description

ABOUT US
  
MTF Finance has been 100% New Zealand owned and operated since 1970.
They provide innovative finance solutions to New Zealanders through our nationwide network of franchise offices, vehicle dealers and business partners.

They have grown to be one of New Zealand’s iconic household-name brands, with business assets of more than $1B. Their mission is to help New Zealanders get ahead by making lending about people again. They are launching new products and partnerships while staying true to their core; that they are people helping people, powered by a world-class funding system.

Incredibly high standards drives them to give their customers the best service in the finance industry, so it’s no surprise that their NPS scores and review ratings are amongst the best in the industry worldwide.

Motor Trade Finance Limited is listed on the NZDX.
  
ABOUT THE ROLE
  
This is a key position responsible for overseeing the software development process, providing oversight and guidance to leading a team of developers, and contributing to MTF Finance’s technical strategies. This role involves hands-on development, technical leadership, quality assurance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  
This is a very exciting time to be joining MTF Finance as they have upgraded all their technology to the newest platforms and tools.
  
You’ll work across .NET, Node.js, Nest.js, MYSQL, Vue.js
  
You’ll be reporting into the Platform Lead.
  
Some of your key responsibilities in this role include:
  • Responsible for the execution of MTF Finance’s technical strategies through the delivery of solutions which align to them.
  • Contribute to the solution design process, understanding the needs of MTF Finance’s customers and originators and defining solutions which align to our architectural strategies.
  • Contributes to MTF Finance’s Architectural Governance Forum, providing input to decisions which help define the organisation’s overall technology direction.
  • Contribute to the definition and ongoing maintenance of MTF Finance’s technical strategies, including architecture, integration, identity, and QA.
  • Responsible for the integrity and stability of delivered solutions, driving a whole-of-team commitment to quality, security and sustainability.
  • Delivers lasting solutions which minimise technical debt and consider long term maintainability.
  • Accountable for diligent enterprise risk management practices within the team.
  • Understands enterprise risk management and coaches this into solution design and architectural governance processes.
  • Ensures technical debt is understood, recorded and tracked in MTF Finance’s enterprise risk management framework.
  • Considers security at the outset of the solution design process and aligns to MTF Finance’s information security principles.
ABOUT YOU
  • 7+ years of software delivery within scrum teams preferred.
  • Current experience in full stack development (.NET, Node.js or Nest.js, MySQL, Vue.js are essential skills at MTF Finance), public cloud delivery (specifically Microsoft Azure), and contemporary integration practices.
  • Proven success within high performing software delivery teams.
  • Proven success embedding best practice IT principles.
  • Proven success implementing innovative technologies with measurable business outcomes.
  • An energetic, compelling and highly organised individual with the ability to operate effectively within an Agile structure.
  • Excellent communication skills, able to describe complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.  
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • MTF Finance is an iconic New Zealand business on a mission to be New Zealand’s favourite finance company, and they are proudly based in Dunedin!
  • A dynamic and collaborative culture with a central and modern office space and a team who enjoy working together and who are proud to be MTF’ers.
  • Plenty of development opportunities, coaching and support.
  • Competitive remuneration package which includes fully funded medical insurance, performance incentives that are based on both individual and business outcomes, and flexible leave options and benefits.
  • The opportunity to progress your career in Dunedin. Enjoy all that the beautiful South has on offer while enjoying the benefits of working for a truly national iconic business.
WHAT’S NEXT?
  
This is an opportunity not to be missed so don't delay in applying. We will be reviewing applications daily.

For more information, please contact Louise Hickey at lhickey@brightspark.io or Claire Lowe at clowe@brightspark.io  
  
Candidates must possess a New Zealand Driver License and the legal right to full-time work in New Zealand. Any offer of employment is subject to clear reference checks, credit reporting and police record checks.