Software Specialist

**Kia ora, Talofa lava, Kia Orana, Malo e lelei, Fakalofa lahi atu, Bula Vinaka, Salam and Namaste** Our ASB Digital Team is growing. Our digital roadmap aims to help New Zealanders get "One Step Ahead." It presents an exciting opportunity and room to grow for our team. Have you ever dreamed of creating seamless digital experiences that make a real difference in people's lives? You know, the kind that help someone buy their first home or start a new business. At ASB, we're all about using tech to make a positive impact, and we're looking for someone to join our whānau who shares that passion. Our team is all about collaboration, innovation, and empowering each other to do our best work. If you're ready to join a team that's all about making a difference, we'd love to have you on board. **Mō te Tūranga | About the role** This role is all about designing, building, and delivering top-notch digital experiences that our customers will love. You'll be working with a range of technologies, from C# and Web API to React and JSON, to create solutions that are both functional and secure. As a senior technical leader, you'll be guiding your team to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our stakeholders and customers. You'll be responsible for navigating the requirements and processes of different teams and departments, from security and risk to design, and making sure that our digital experiences are integrated with existing ASB systems. You'll be working closely with your team to plan and prioritise tasks, and communicating with stakeholders to ensure everyone is on the same page. Your work will make a real difference for our customers in Aotearoa, helping them to achieve their goals and improve their financial wellbeing. **Ō pūkenga | About you** As a talented and motivated Software Specialist, here's what you bring to the team: Core Technical Skills: - Minimum of 7 years' hands-on experience in software engineering, ideally within large-scale or enterprise environments - Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technology discipline - Solid experience with C#,.NET /.NET Framework, Web API / REST, WCF, and SOAP - Strong understanding of JSON, XML, SQL, and enterprise integration design patterns - Familiarity with web security principles OWASP top 10 (Authentication, Authorisation, mTLS, Encryption) - Competency in async programming, Task API, Multithreading in.Net - Proficient in software testing principles and practices, including unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing pipelines. - Proficient in DevOps tools like Git, GitHub enterprise, Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines (Azure Pipelines, Octopus, GitHub actions) - Proficient with NuGet Package Manager. - Experience with BDD (e.g. ReqnRoll) and tools like Postman, Insomnia REST - Experience working with relational databases and writing efficient SQL queries for high-volume systems. Bonus Skills (Nice to Have): - Cloud platforms like Azure or AWS - Experience with Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, KONG Gateway, or Service Mesh - Observability tools like Kibana/Elastic - Exposure to Snyk and Checkmarx And just as importantly: - You're comfortable working in agile, cross-functional teams - You lead through collaboration, share knowledge generously, and bring a proactive approach to continuous improvement - You can bring clarity to complex integration challenges and enjoy mentoring others in the team **He aha tā mātou | What can we offer** **Get the work-life equation right. We know life is full of priorities, from soccer practice to side hobbies. We're here to help you find balance, with a flexible and supportive working environment. What's important to you is important to us. We support your wellbeing in meaningful ways, including comprehensive health insurance, wellness initiatives, parental and flexible leave, and customisable benefits to suit your lifestyle. Bring your whole self to work every day. Whether you're into scrap booking, spontaneous karaoke sessions, or just hanging out with the family, ASB is working hard to create a culture where everyone feels safe, included and part of our shared purpose of helping Kiwi get one step ahead. The whole "one step ahead" thing applies to you, too. With mentorship, flexible learning pathways, and opportunities to deepen your expertise, ASB is a place where you can take on exciting challenges and step forward to reach your goals, both in and out of office. **Me pēhea te tona | How to apply?** **We know great people come from all sorts of backgrounds, and you don't need to tick every box to apply. What matters most is you bring your unique strengths and enthusiasm to the team. treated with confidentiality. Check out the position description to find out more. **Job details**: - Reference # - ED161799 - Posted on - 05 Sep 2025 - Location(s) - Albany - Expertise - IT (Other), IT Analyst - Work type(s) - Full Time Application closes on 28 Sep