Custom Development Lead

4 weeks ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Farmlands Full time

Wanted: Software Development Lead

Are you tired of being the only one who understands technical debt isn't something you can file for bankruptcy over?

We're seeking a brave soul to herd our loveable bunch of cats (also known as developers) while maintaining enough sanity to explain to stakeholders why we can't simply "download more RAM" or "make it pop more."

Key Responsibilities

  1. Lead the charge for the developers in your team, showing them that "works on my machine" is not a valid deployment strategy.
  2. Transform vague requirements like "make it like Apple but better" into actual technical specifications.
  3. Master the ancient art of translating between Business Speak and Developer Talk.
  4. Maintain a straight face when asked if we can "just add blockchain" to the project.
  5. Proficiency in explaining technical concepts using interpretive dance (when all else fails).

About You

  1. 5+ years of software development experience on custom solutions in the Microsoft stack.
  2. At least two years of experience in a technical leadership role.
  3. Strong understanding of software design principles, algorithms and data structures.
  4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  5. Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.

About the benefits

You'll be rewarded with:

  1. Sick leave from Day 1.
  2. Paid birthday leave.
  3. Access to training through our online library, The Greenhouse.
  4. Staff discounts at Farmlands Retail Stores.
  5. Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer providing access to a vast array of discounts with our Card Partners.
  6. Additional support for parents - 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks' paid partner's leave.

About us

At Farmlands - Te Whenua Tāroa, our purpose is to enable improved profitability and productivity for NZ farmers and growers, and our vision is to be the 'go-to' for everyone connected to our land. This is what gets us out of bed in the morning and keeps us going day in and day out.

As New Zealand's largest farming co-operative, we have an annual turnover of more than $2.3 billion, with over 1200 staff in over 80 locations from Cape Reinga to Bluff. In addition to our strong core retail business, we have a well-established shareholder card network with operations in feed production, nutrition, ecommerce, fuel, distribution, agronomy, to name a few.

Joining our team gives you the chance to contribute to a Kiwi-owned brand. We offer autonomy in a collaborative fast-paced environment where we truly value 'Minds Open', 'Be-ing You', and 'See-ing it Through'.

How to apply

Apply online with your CV and cover letter and we'll do the rest. We'd love to hear from you and know you'll most definitely grow your career - and us - at Farmlands.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver's licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.

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