Software Engineer
We have a clear purpose: to accelerate the global transformation to cleantech. The World has woken up to the fact that water and energy are precious resources that must
be cherished. Technology will play the leading role in transforming the industry so that we can all live a more sustainable life. Gentrack is a technology-first company that leads in our core markets, providing essential software and services to the utilities industry, moving it into the cloud, transforming it to be agile and deploying clean solutions to consumers and enterprises across the globe. We bring innovation and pace to the industry.
We are currently hiring a Java Lead to be responsible for providing solutions for issues which may affect product delivery. The Lead Engineer (Java) will facilitate requirement analyses, conduct peer reviews, and provide feedback, and enhance product knowledge.
To be successful as a Lead Engineer (Java), you should demonstrate sound knowledge of industry best practices, good organizational and leadership skills, and proficiency in Java technologies. Ultimately, a top-notch Java lead should have good analytical skills, the ability to anticipate issues and frame remedial actions, and excellent teamwork skills. We have great customers that depend on us to provide essential services. As a B2B software and service provider bringing complex, mission critical systems to a few large scale clients Australia, New Zealand, the UK and across the globe, we will only fulfil our global aspirations if we have the most talented leadership working with these clients to secure their business through the delivery and support of great technology.
Gentrack is a 650 person, growing business, listed in the public markets of New Zealand and Australia. The main people centres are in London, Auckland, Melbourne, Pune and Singapore.
What you will be doing:
• Champion the development and management of Agile practices across teams
• Performing requirement analyses.
• Developing high-quality and detailed designs.
• Conducting unit testing using automated unit test frameworks.
• Identifying risk and conducting mitigation action planning.
• Conducting configuration of your own work.
• Reviewing the work of other developers and providing feedback.
• Using coding standards and best practices to ensure quality.
• Provide thought leadership
• Interact with wider product development stakeholders and customers on product features.
• Develop, maintain, and publish documentation for our technology standards, procedures, and guidelines.
• Evaluate new and emerging technologies and make recommendations to stakeholders as it relates to overall product roadmap and security strategy
• Effectively communicate architectural standards, leading practices, and effectively explain Engineering principles/practices
• Contribute and advise on the prioritization of product backlog
What you need to be successful:
• A degree in engineering, information systems or related.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Java Technologies of which at least 2 years is in leading a team of 6+ developers
• 3+ years of Commercial Software Development Experience
• 2+ years Knowledge of CRM and Billing Systems
• Good working knowledge of relevant technologies and concepts including Object Orientated Design, Enterprise Database, AWS, GIT, Web Services, CRM, Utilities industry, SDLC and Agile Methodologies
• Sound knowledge of estimation techniques.
• Sound knowledge of Java Technologies, C# and web services.
• Good understanding of unit testing methodologies.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Solid understanding of source code management, compilers, build configuration languages, automated build tools, package managers, and installers
• Deep knowledge of multiple domains: Development, configuration management, test integration, system administration, and customer support
o Amazon Web Services (AWS)
o In-depth experience with Spring, Hibernates
o Information Security policy and procedures
o Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, Git
What we offer in return:
• Career development opportunities, we'll support your special interests and professional growth
• A talented team to work with
• Global work environment
• An opportunity to further develop and deepen your passion for software
This will be a role offering constant learning, working as part of a vibrant team. We are very passionate about what we do and, therefore, the successful candidate will be
focused and capable of delivering in a fast-paced and time-constrained environment