Job Description
Full job description
Worker Type:
Permanent
Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way."
We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same.
The Engineering Product domain exist to increase technology's capacity, by streamlining and modernising the banks engine. Our mission is to equip teams with the guidance, tooling and advice they need to deliver sustainable and scalable solutions, by offering engineering products built for the future.
The team builds and supports the tooling, automation, and common components that enables the wider software developer community at BNZ to quickly build compliant backend services adhering to our target state patterns, with common non-functional requirements taken care of. You will be challenged on a daily basis and have the opportunity to progress within the domain and wider bank.
This role can be based in Wellington or Auckland. It is a hybrid role with two days where you can work flexibly. Anchor days are Tuesday and Wednesday, as well as a Monday or Friday.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We sat down with the People Leader (who you would report to) and they told us the following about the role:
What are 5 day-to-day tasks the person in this role will complete?
Lead delivery of complex initiatives – anticipate dependencies, manage trade-offs, and ensure goals are met.
Solve and diagnose complex technical problems – drive design, lead reviews, uncover root causes, and bring others along in solutioning.
Embed quality, risk, and governance into delivery for compliant, sustainable solutions.
Build alignment and shape team culture – foster effective ways of working and collaboration across teams.
Grow and support others – provide feedback, sponsorship, and model continuous learning while fostering innovation.
What is the team culture and environment like?
Collaborative, supportive, and focused on solving problems together.
What projects / work will the candidate be working on now and into the next year?
Building tooling, automation, and shared components that make it faster and easier for BNZ developers to create compliant Spring Boot services aligned with our target-state architecture.
Embedding common non-functional requirements (e.g., security, scalability, resilience) so teams can focus on delivering business value.
Supporting and empowering BNZ’s developer community as they build modern backend services.
What is your management style?
Servant leader.
What is the most exciting thing about this opportunity?
Make a real impact by improving the day-to-day experience of BNZ’s software developer community.
Collaborate with a wide range of engineering teams to design and integrate new features into our tooling and shared platforms.
Work at scale, solving complex technical challenges that shape how development happens across the bank.
What technical skills are REQUIRED for this role?
Must have:
Strong experience in Java and Spring Boot/Spring Framework.
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerised environments.
Building and consuming RESTful APIs.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Spinnaker).
Familiarity with messaging/event platforms (e.g., MQ, Kafka) and relational. databases (e.g., Postgres).
Familiarity with SOAP/Webservices for legacy integrations.
Desirable:
Exposure to TypeScript or front-end technologies.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.).
Strong collaboration skills in Agile and hybrid/remote environments.
Significant industry experience (typically 7+ years).
Banking or financial services experience.
PLEASE NOTE: Advertising for this position closes Thursday * October at 11:55pm.
We review applications as they are received and may close advertising early.
Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand
This is an exciting opportunity to join us! We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it.
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.”
Closing Date: 09 October 2026
Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early.
Worker Type:
Permanent
Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way."
We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same.
The Engineering Product domain exist to increase technology's capacity, by streamlining and modernising the banks engine. Our mission is to equip teams with the guidance, tooling and advice they need to deliver sustainable and scalable solutions, by offering engineering products built for the future.
The team builds and supports the tooling, automation, and common components that enables the wider software developer community at BNZ to quickly build compliant backend services adhering to our target state patterns, with common non-functional requirements taken care of. You will be challenged on a daily basis and have the opportunity to progress within the domain and wider bank.
This role can be based in Wellington or Auckland. It is a hybrid role with two days where you can work flexibly. Anchor days are Tuesday and Wednesday, as well as a Monday or Friday.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We sat down with the People Leader (who you would report to) and they told us the following about the role:
What are 5 day-to-day tasks the person in this role will complete?
Lead delivery of complex initiatives – anticipate dependencies, manage trade-offs, and ensure goals are met.
Solve and diagnose complex technical problems – drive design, lead reviews, uncover root causes, and bring others along in solutioning.
Embed quality, risk, and governance into delivery for compliant, sustainable solutions.
Build alignment and shape team culture – foster effective ways of working and collaboration across teams.
Grow and support others – provide feedback, sponsorship, and model continuous learning while fostering innovation.
What is the team culture and environment like?
Collaborative, supportive, and focused on solving problems together.
What projects / work will the candidate be working on now and into the next year?
Building tooling, automation, and shared components that make it faster and easier for BNZ developers to create compliant Spring Boot services aligned with our target-state architecture.
Embedding common non-functional requirements (e.g., security, scalability, resilience) so teams can focus on delivering business value.
Supporting and empowering BNZ’s developer community as they build modern backend services.
What is your management style?
Servant leader.
What is the most exciting thing about this opportunity?
Make a real impact by improving the day-to-day experience of BNZ’s software developer community.
Collaborate with a wide range of engineering teams to design and integrate new features into our tooling and shared platforms.
Work at scale, solving complex technical challenges that shape how development happens across the bank.
What technical skills are REQUIRED for this role?
Must have:
Strong experience in Java and Spring Boot/Spring Framework.
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerised environments.
Building and consuming RESTful APIs.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Spinnaker).
Familiarity with messaging/event platforms (e.g., MQ, Kafka) and relational. databases (e.g., Postgres).
Familiarity with SOAP/Webservices for legacy integrations.
Desirable:
Exposure to TypeScript or front-end technologies.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.).
Strong collaboration skills in Agile and hybrid/remote environments.
Significant industry experience (typically 7+ years).
Banking or financial services experience.
PLEASE NOTE: Advertising for this position closes Thursday * October at 11:55pm.
We review applications as they are received and may close advertising early.
Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand
This is an exciting opportunity to join us! We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it.
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.”
Closing Date: 09 October 2026
Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Technical Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Wellington 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 Bank Jobs is a plus.
