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The Role:
At Propellerhead, Solution Architects focus on the delivery of resilient software systems that power everything from complex infrastructure to innovative new platforms. This role works closely alongside our Product Owners to plan ahead on a portfolio of product roadmaps.
We’re looking for someone who combines architectural insight with a strong hands-on engineering background - someone who enjoys shaping technical direction while staying close to the code. You'll have knowledge of emerging trends and be able to quickly prototype new ideas to judge their value.
You will lead and guide the design of complex systems, and we'll depend on your experience, judgement and insights to ensure that early delivery and continuous improvement is possible. You’ll set standards for programming, and produce software solutions in an agile, lean, and evolutionary manner. Importantly, you will be responsible for the internal adoption of our technical strategy and will be an active contributor to strategy formulation.
Propellerhead operates a hybrid working model (work from our office and from your own home). While we prefer our NZ-based team to be located in Auckland, we are also welcoming applications from international developers who would like to work remotely or relocate to Auckland (please specify your plans in your application).
We offer a culture built on trust, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. You'll join a team that values integrity over ego, and clarity over complexity.
If you're looking to contribute your insight and engineering experience to projects that matter - we would like to hear from you.
Role Responsibilities:
Developing, reviewing and communicating solution architecture in collaboration with the Development teams.
Championing the technical strategy of Propellerhead as our key business differentiator, and aligning design and implementation of the solutions in your portfolio in line with that technical vision.
Setting, maintaining and communicating practices, standards and expectations covering all aspects of software delivery.
Developing strategies to ensure quality measures such as speed-to-value, security, reliability, maintainability, performance and functional fit for purpose.
Specifically, you will be a principal contributor to the evolution of our code base from C# to Rust and the ecosystem of tools, practices and services that implies.
Skills and Experience Required:
8+ years of experience with the hands-on development of multi-tier and distributed applications.
Our current technologies include React user interfaces, with services written in C#, so previous experience with both is essential. However we also have Typescript, Java and Rust services, so you will need to show confidence in working with a variety of programming languages, Rust being preferable.
Exceptional communication skills to bridge technical solutions with business needs and present these concepts to a variety of internal and customer stakeholders.
Hands-on experience with designing solutions on cloud platforms such as Azure (our preference) or AWS, including active participation in building CI/CD pipelines and instrumenting for operations, is required.
Experience with streaming and messaging platforms, such as Kafka or NATS, is highly desirable.
Proven experience in leading the design of complex software applications, preferably for corporate enterprise, where solutions comprise existing services alongside custom development.
We are particularly looking for technical leaders with experience or demonstrable interest in any of the following: digital identity, verifiable credentials, open banking, AI agent authorization, edge or device-based software deployment.
About Propellerhead
Propellerhead is a leading software services company that designs, delivers, and maintains large-scale, custom-built digital platforms across a range of technologies. We place emphasis on producing technology which is meaningful, has value, and can make a difference in the world. We foster long lasting and trusting relationships with all our clients, and we have worked with a diverse range of commercial, non-profit, and government organisations over our 20 years in the market.
How We Build Software:
We build software by structuring solutions in a product-centric manner and focusing on continuously delivering improvements from a backlog of features. These features are taken from real stakeholder needs linked to clear objectives. As a result, our digital platforms are a mixture of custom components and external services which produce a powerful and engaging experience when combined.
Propellerhead operates a hybrid working model (enjoy working from our office and/or from your own home). This role is Auckland based, with office attendance required on our team in-person collaboration days.
Benefits:
Be part of an innovative world-class team, with a culture of learning and collaboration.
Contribute to interesting, diverse, and commercially minded work for well-respected clients.
Opportunity for professional growth and development.
Fortnightly knowledge sharing sessions, with lunch.
Competitive salary. Employee Share Purchase Scheme offering.
If based in New Zealand, office attendance is required. Work within our beautifully designed office and/or from home (hybrid working model).
Propellerhead is an equal opportunity workplace which is free from discrimination.
Cover Letter:
Please note - only applications with a cover letter or screening question answers will be reviewed.
It's very important to us that you include a cover letter with your application—it's your chance to tell us more about who you are and what you value. While we love AI and all its wonders, we kindly ask that you refrain from using it to form your application. We're excited to learn about your unique experiences and ideas, so please apply as your authentic self!
International candidates:
Propellerhead hires exceptional talent from all around the globe and many of our people have relocated to New Zealand to join our team. We've created this website (https://www.workingforpropellerhead.co.nz/) packed full of information about moving to New Zealand to work for Propellerhead and if you're interested in making the move to our wonderful country we'd love to hear from you.
More:
Candidates that progress may be asked to agree to a police background check, credit history check, other assessments and provide evidence of qualifications.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Free drinks
Free food
Work from home
Application Question(s):
Application question: Mandatory - Please tell us more about yourself: (Tell us more about who you are and what you value - this is where you can write your cover letter, please note - only applications with a cover letter will be reviewed.):
Can you share an example of a project you've enjoyed working on? Please include any relevant links (if possible):
While we love Al and all the benefits it brings, we kindly ask that you refrain from using it anywhere within your application. We don't use Al or automation to screen applications (a real person is reviewing your CV!), so please apply as your authentic self. This helps us get to know your unique experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this is very important to us. We're interested to hear your thoughts on Al in the context of applying for this role.
Please share your perspective on our request not to use Al throughout our recruitment process:
Where are you currently located? If located outside of Auckland, New Zealand, do you have plans to relocate?
What is your right to work in New Zealand?
Part of our recruitment process is interviewing in-person. If located outside of New Zealand, our team will be in Europe (Paris or London) to interview candidates, early next year, likely in March 2026. Would this in-person meeting be viable for you ? (we'll need you to look after the cost and organisation of attending this interview yourself, but we'll try and be as flexible as we can to suit your arrangements.)
The Role:
At Propellerhead, Solution Architects focus on the delivery of resilient software systems that power everything from complex infrastructure to innovative new platforms. This role works closely alongside our Product Owners to plan ahead on a portfolio of product roadmaps.
We’re looking for someone who combines architectural insight with a strong hands-on engineering background - someone who enjoys shaping technical direction while staying close to the code. You'll have knowledge of emerging trends and be able to quickly prototype new ideas to judge their value.
You will lead and guide the design of complex systems, and we'll depend on your experience, judgement and insights to ensure that early delivery and continuous improvement is possible. You’ll set standards for programming, and produce software solutions in an agile, lean, and evolutionary manner. Importantly, you will be responsible for the internal adoption of our technical strategy and will be an active contributor to strategy formulation.
Propellerhead operates a hybrid working model (work from our office and from your own home). While we prefer our NZ-based team to be located in Auckland, we are also welcoming applications from international developers who would like to work remotely or relocate to Auckland (please specify your plans in your application).
We offer a culture built on trust, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. You'll join a team that values integrity over ego, and clarity over complexity.
If you're looking to contribute your insight and engineering experience to projects that matter - we would like to hear from you.
Role Responsibilities:
Developing, reviewing and communicating solution architecture in collaboration with the Development teams.
Championing the technical strategy of Propellerhead as our key business differentiator, and aligning design and implementation of the solutions in your portfolio in line with that technical vision.
Setting, maintaining and communicating practices, standards and expectations covering all aspects of software delivery.
Developing strategies to ensure quality measures such as speed-to-value, security, reliability, maintainability, performance and functional fit for purpose.
Specifically, you will be a principal contributor to the evolution of our code base from C# to Rust and the ecosystem of tools, practices and services that implies.
Skills and Experience Required:
8+ years of experience with the hands-on development of multi-tier and distributed applications.
Our current technologies include React user interfaces, with services written in C#, so previous experience with both is essential. However we also have Typescript, Java and Rust services, so you will need to show confidence in working with a variety of programming languages, Rust being preferable.
Exceptional communication skills to bridge technical solutions with business needs and present these concepts to a variety of internal and customer stakeholders.
Hands-on experience with designing solutions on cloud platforms such as Azure (our preference) or AWS, including active participation in building CI/CD pipelines and instrumenting for operations, is required.
Experience with streaming and messaging platforms, such as Kafka or NATS, is highly desirable.
Proven experience in leading the design of complex software applications, preferably for corporate enterprise, where solutions comprise existing services alongside custom development.
We are particularly looking for technical leaders with experience or demonstrable interest in any of the following: digital identity, verifiable credentials, open banking, AI agent authorization, edge or device-based software deployment.
About Propellerhead
Propellerhead is a leading software services company that designs, delivers, and maintains large-scale, custom-built digital platforms across a range of technologies. We place emphasis on producing technology which is meaningful, has value, and can make a difference in the world. We foster long lasting and trusting relationships with all our clients, and we have worked with a diverse range of commercial, non-profit, and government organisations over our 20 years in the market.
How We Build Software:
We build software by structuring solutions in a product-centric manner and focusing on continuously delivering improvements from a backlog of features. These features are taken from real stakeholder needs linked to clear objectives. As a result, our digital platforms are a mixture of custom components and external services which produce a powerful and engaging experience when combined.
Propellerhead operates a hybrid working model (enjoy working from our office and/or from your own home). This role is Auckland based, with office attendance required on our team in-person collaboration days.
Benefits:
Be part of an innovative world-class team, with a culture of learning and collaboration.
Contribute to interesting, diverse, and commercially minded work for well-respected clients.
Opportunity for professional growth and development.
Fortnightly knowledge sharing sessions, with lunch.
Competitive salary. Employee Share Purchase Scheme offering.
If based in New Zealand, office attendance is required. Work within our beautifully designed office and/or from home (hybrid working model).
Propellerhead is an equal opportunity workplace which is free from discrimination.
Cover Letter:
Please note - only applications with a cover letter or screening question answers will be reviewed.
It's very important to us that you include a cover letter with your application—it's your chance to tell us more about who you are and what you value. While we love AI and all its wonders, we kindly ask that you refrain from using it to form your application. We're excited to learn about your unique experiences and ideas, so please apply as your authentic self!
International candidates:
Propellerhead hires exceptional talent from all around the globe and many of our people have relocated to New Zealand to join our team. We've created this website (https://www.workingforpropellerhead.co.nz/) packed full of information about moving to New Zealand to work for Propellerhead and if you're interested in making the move to our wonderful country we'd love to hear from you.
More:
Candidates that progress may be asked to agree to a police background check, credit history check, other assessments and provide evidence of qualifications.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Free drinks
Free food
Work from home
Application Question(s):
Application question: Mandatory - Please tell us more about yourself: (Tell us more about who you are and what you value - this is where you can write your cover letter, please note - only applications with a cover letter will be reviewed.):
Can you share an example of a project you've enjoyed working on? Please include any relevant links (if possible):
While we love Al and all the benefits it brings, we kindly ask that you refrain from using it anywhere within your application. We don't use Al or automation to screen applications (a real person is reviewing your CV!), so please apply as your authentic self. This helps us get to know your unique experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this is very important to us. We're interested to hear your thoughts on Al in the context of applying for this role.
Please share your perspective on our request not to use Al throughout our recruitment process:
Where are you currently located? If located outside of Auckland, New Zealand, do you have plans to relocate?
What is your right to work in New Zealand?
Part of our recruitment process is interviewing in-person. If located outside of New Zealand, our team will be in Europe (Paris or London) to interview candidates, early next year, likely in March 2026. Would this in-person meeting be viable for you ? (we'll need you to look after the cost and organisation of attending this interview yourself, but we'll try and be as flexible as we can to suit your arrangements.)
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The olutions Architect/ Tech Lead (Remote) position is now open for candidates interested in the Software Developer Jobs sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Software Developer Jobs is a plus.
