Senior Systems Engineer

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Westpac New Zealand is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Screening Squad within the FinCrime function. This position carries significant leadership responsibilities, including acting as the second in command (2IC) to the Service Owner. The successful candidate will provide expert technical and domain guidance to both users and technical teams, lead technical projects, and play a pivotal role in the implementation and deployment of solutions that support the organisation's commitment to operational excellence and security.

Ko tō mahi | What you'll do

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of AML processes and a general understanding of rules and detection checks in the FinCrime space.
• Take responsibility for supporting the NetReveal application and all related initiatives in the pipeline.
• Provide technical leadership to engineers during deployments of release packages, disaster recoveries and updates.
• Show passion for ensuring good code quality and configuration consistency.
• Act as a key influencer to ensure technology upgrades are carried out within best practice guidelines.
• Ensure compliance and good risk behaviours are maintained.
• Record activities, log results and document technical activity undertaken.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

• At least 5 years' experience in financial services, with a background in delivery projects.
• Experience with Kubernetes or similar containerisation technologies.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and act as a key influencer.
• Deep understanding of AML processes and general knowledge of rules and detection checks in the FinCrime space.
• Experience supporting applications such as NetReveal or similar.
• Strong commitment to code quality, configuration consistency and compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Agile mindset and ability to work collaboratively.

Desirable skills:

• Experience with ControlM.
• Familiarity with financial crime and compliance solutions.
• Enhanced skills in SQL, Kafka or Dynatrace.

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac

• In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:
• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
• Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility
• Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers
• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
• 2 Volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation

At Westpac, we're working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we've been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we're lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant 'W' on our building doesn't just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We're a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We're recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you

Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they'll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

Applications close:

31 October 2025