Lead Software Engineer - Property

About the Company Trade Me is a leading online marketplace that fosters a supportive and inclusive environment for our employees. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success. About the Role We are currently looking for a motivated Lead Software Engineer to join our growing Property team. This is a permanent position where you will play a crucial role in shaping the technical direction of our projects while mentoring a talented group of engineers. In this role, you will provide direct support to the Property Engineering team and collaborate on key projects. You will actively contribute to our supportive engineering community and create a long-term vision for the team that aligns with our organizational strategies. Your responsibilities will include leading the implementation of engineering best practices, collaborating with Principal Software Engineers and Product Owners to develop technical roadmaps, and effectively communicating technical innovations to product development teams. You will also contribute to our governance processes by drafting and implementing guidelines and technical documentation. Additionally, you will mentor engineers, offer guidance and feedback for their professional growth, and work within software delivery teams to plan, develop, test, and release complex solutions. You will also manage and reduce technical debt and implement plans to maintain your platform's Service Level Objectives (SLOs). Requirements To be successful in this role, you should have: - A minimum of 2 years' experience in similar tech lead roles - Strong software development skills, particularly in C# - Experience with Agile software development methodologies is preferred, but not required - A deep understanding of software development principles, architecture, design patterns, and modern technologies - Strong technical knowledge for designing scalable, reliable, and maintainable applications - Proven ability to mentor and support junior engineers - The ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders - Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills, even under tight deadlines - An openness to adopting new tools and methodologies to enhance platform capabilities - Practical knowledge of technologies and practices that align with Trade Me's technical strategy Benefits At Trade Me, we offer a range of benefits designed to support our employees: - Flexible work options, including part-time work, job sharing, and flexible hours to help maintain a healthy work-life balance. This includes a home office setup and utilities allowance. - Comprehensive parental leave policies to support families. - 10% dedicated time for Learning & Development, allowing for ongoing skill enhancement. - Access to various wellness resources that prioritize your physical and mental wellbeing. - A strong social culture with company-paid shared lunches, regular social events, annual awards, employee networking groups, and social sports clubs. Our Commitment to Diversity We believe that diversity fuels progress and are dedicated to addressing existing inequalities in technical leadership. To support this initiative, we will prioritize women candidates for this role, while ensuring that the successful candidate meets the core criteria required. We also value skills, experience, future potential, and the unique contributions each individual can bring to Trade Me. We understand that some candidates may hesitate to apply if they do not meet every requirement. If you are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your resume along with a brief cover note explaining your interest in the position. Trade Me is an INZ accredited employer. We truly value diversity and embrace a flexible workplace that encourages everyone to achieve their potential.