Senior Front End Specialist

Do you want to work on projects where you’re actually trusted and empowered to make meaningful change for some of Australasia’s leading companies?

Dream of working in a place you can call home rather than have to change your career every two years to get ahead?

Want to be part of a team that focuses on getting the job done and having a good time while doing it?

If you answered yes...then we should talk

We’re Sandfield and we build smart software solutions for some of Australasia’s top brands.

We’re working on some pretty ‘meaty’ projects right now and there’s plenty more in our pipeline...so we need more talented Software Developers to join our awesome team.

**About Sandfield**

We’re a leading, Kiwi-owned software business that prides itself on NOT just being a conventional tech company.

We've been backing ourselves and our ability to create great solutions for clients, since we first opened our doors in 1989. Since then, we’ve developed some pretty innovative systems for clients, leaving other, more high-profile software packages in the dust.

Our work facilitates high-performance supply chains for the likes of Mainfreight, Qube and HW Richardson and keeps millions of orders and data points flowing for Foodstuffs. It also manages business finances for Team Global Express and Green Acres, helps fill seats on the Interislander for KiwiRail and keeps Les Mills members engaged...plus so much more.

**Our pitch to you**

We guarantee you that ‘every day’ will be interesting, varied, challenging and fun You’ll get to work with a range of other smart developers of all levels, who also happen to be really great people.

They’re mountain bikers, road bikers, skiers, runners, active relaxers, video gamers, animal lovers, movie buffs, gym buffs, foodies, wine critics, bakers and musicians. They’re also family people, single people, party people, quiet people, loud people and happy people.

Our collaborative culture is at the centre of everything we do at Sandfield, making it a pretty special workplace. We know this because people also don’t tend to leave - i.e. the average length of service here is at least five years.

We also have a beer fridge, funky offices and ‘fun food Fridays’

But don’t just take our word for it - here’s what our people say about Working at Sandfield

As an organisation, we’re also very conscious of our environmental footprint and are currently on a journey to become carbon neutral in the very near future.

**Our tech stack**

**You’ll need**:

- Strong proficiency in TypeScript, used not just for type safety but as a tool for building robust and maintainable systems.
- Solid understanding of advanced browser functionality, including LocalStorage, caching, service worker, and web assembly.
- A deep commitment to security, with knowledge of OWASP principles, and experience with resolving complex pen test recommendations.
- Proven experience designing and leading the implementation of strongly-typed, scalable API architectures, and the ability to influence teams in adopting best practices.
- Experience managing the lifecycle of internal libraries, including maintaining a private npm repository, defining versioning strategies, and automating changelog generation and release processes.
- Experience with or a strong interest in React Native, demonstrating an understanding of mobile development paradigms and trade-offs.
- A solid grasp of the full SDLC, including CI/CD, ADO, Git workflows, and DevOps principles.
- Strong and relevant experience with cloud deployments as well as on premise.

We're looking for a pragmatist who is, at their core, a problem-solver. This means you not only understand the delicate balance between technical purity and business objectives but can also communicate these complex trade-offs effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Crucially, you are a natural mentor, passionate about sharing your knowledge and elevating the skills of the entire team. This leadership is fueled by a curiosity and a drive for continuous learning, as you constantly explore new technologies and patterns to improve your craft and our solutions.

**When you work for us, you’ll enjoy**:

- Rapid career advancement based on initiative and performance
- A huge variety of work
- A relaxed, supportive and social environment
- An opportunity to work alongside some highly experienced developers
- The freedom to employ creative thinking and really make a difference to our clients’ businesses
- A flat team structure that emanates lots of positive energy
- Flexible working policy
- Soft skills training
- Regular social events and ‘Fun Food Evenings’
- A well stocked beer fridge (including non-alcoholic) and fruit bowl

**Make your next move with us**

If you want to join a great team and be part of the driving force behind some innovative tech solutions for a range of top companies in this part of the world, then let’s talk

Even if you’re comfortable in your current role, but