BrightSpark Recruitment
Development Lead (Java)
- Posted Today
- Hybrid
- Full Time
Location
Auckland
Job Description
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Our client has an incredible reputation as a market leading enterprise operating a range of innovative businesses. Working with new Technology, on solutions that will benefit its end users.
With offices based in Auckland city fringe, they work hybrid - with a few anchor days per week and the rest from home.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
In this role, you'll spend 70% of your time coding and collaborating with a delivery squad and 30% mentoring engineers. You'll identify strengths and skill gaps, facilitate knowledge transfer, and enhance technical and soft skills.
As a mentor, you'll contribute to a productive work environment through 1:1s, coaching, and professional development. You'll act as a communication channel between developers, squads, and teams, addressing trends and issues to improve working methods.
Your coding responsibilities involve writing efficient Java code using AWS technologies. Working in a DevOps team, you'll optimise the CI/CD pipeline with tools like GitHub and AWS CodePipeline.
You'll also play a crucial role in creating, promoting, and maintaining automated tests using principles like Test Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior Driven Development (BDD) for code functionality and stability.
ABOUT YOU:
- PROVEN LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE – You’ll inspire and grow engineers, fostering collaboration. Strong communication skills and open to constructive feedback. 30% of the role is leading your own team.
- ADVANCED knowledge of Java mostly back-end including core features and popular frameworks like Spring. You’ll spend 70% of your time coding.
- Proficient in AWS services (Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, IAM) and adept at architecting serverless solutions.
- Essential knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD practices, including tools for continuous integration and delivery.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
- Competitive salary
- Work alongside senior staff with unique technology experience
- A fun and stimulating work environment, full of interesting work being done by smart and innovative people
- Flexible start and finish times so you can enjoy balance
- Health insurance and wellbeing support
- Training and study opportunities to continuously upskill
WHAT'S NEXT?
Apply online today or contact Sarah on smalcolm@brightspark.io or 0272150562
Hard Skills Required
- Java Development
- AWS Architecture
- DevOps & CI/CD
- Test Automation (TDD/BDD)
- Software Engineering Best Practices
Soft Skills Required
- Leadership & Mentoring
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration
- Coaching & Feedback
Benefits and Perks
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🎂Birthdays Off
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🤱Extended Parental Leave
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🧕Inclusive Workspace
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❤Care and Appreciation
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🩺Health Insurance
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🏋Gym Membership
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🧠Mental Health Workshops
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💪Physical Health Workshops
Job Schedule
- Shift Work
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