Full Stack Developer - Senior (fixed term)

About the Company At Trade Me, we are dedicated to connecting Kiwis and helping them create the lives they envision. Whether it involves significant milestones like finding a home, securing a job, or purchasing a vehicle, or smaller tasks such as discovering the perfect bedside table or decluttering, we aim to be the first choice for New Zealanders. Our vision is to be the go-to platform for Kiwis in their everyday pursuits. About the Role We are currently seeking a Senior Fullstack Software Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term opportunity. In this role, you will play a vital part in crafting meaningful experiences for our millions of customers. You will have the opportunity to work across the entire technology stack, take ownership of technical outcomes, and drive innovation within a platform that is integral to daily life in New Zealand. As a Senior Fullstack Software Engineer, you can expect to: - Mentor and coach junior team members. - Identify and address challenges within our processes and practices. - Explore opportunities to implement new and innovative technologies to solve current business problems. - Design, estimate, and plan the work required by your squad. - Write code and unit tests to achieve your squad's objectives. - Assume technical ownership and accountability for projects within your squad. - Conduct peer reviews of code developed by other team members. - Build, test, release, and monitor the code you deploy to the production environment. - Document your work to ensure maintainability and facilitate further development. - Participate in discussions and initiatives aimed at improving the Trade Me codebase and technical design. Requirements To be successful in this role, you should bring: - Senior-level experience in fullstack development, with strong proficiency in C# (.NET) and front-end technologies such as CSS, JavaScript, and/or Angular. - A deep understanding of relational databases and SQL (preferably Microsoft SQL Server), along with excellent knowledge of object-oriented design patterns and SOLID principles. - A proven track record of technical ownership and accountability for significant projects. - A natural ability to mentor others, coupled with a genuine desire to support your teammates' growth and success. - A highly organized, self-directed approach, along with a proactive mindset to tackle challenges in a fast-paced environment. - A keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing elegant, testable code that endures. - Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, allowing you to serve as a trusted advisor to your squad and stakeholders. Benefits Joining Trade Me comes with numerous benefits: - Flexibility: We understand that flexibility means different things to different people. We support you in finding what works best for you, which may include a home office setup and utilities allowance. We value team connection and encourage in-person collaboration at least twice a week. - Wellness: We prioritize your physical and mental wellbeing, offering a variety of resources to support you. - Leave: We provide leave options when you need them, including 5 days of wellness leave each year and 10 days of sick leave starting from day one. - Social: We believe in celebrating success and having fun together. Enjoy company-paid lunches on payday, regular Friday gatherings, annual awards, and other celebrations. - Learning: We are committed to your growth from day one, providing opportunities for on-the-job training, formal education, and mentoring. If you are excited about this opportunity but feel you may not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We would love to hear from you, so please send us your resume along with a brief cover note explaining your interest. Trade Me is an INZ-accredited employer. We value diversity and embrace a flexible workplace where everyone is encouraged to reach their full potential.