Engineering Capability Lead
3 days ago
- Engineering Capability Lead - Backend Focused Java focused and mentorship role
- Auckland CBD | Permanent | Hybrid flexible working
- Salary + Benefits | Provide Tech Leadership, developing coding standards and guidelines - forward looking role.
Our highly regarded Auckland central client has a rare opportunity for an Engineering Capability Lead to join their team. This is a leadership role encompassing hands-on Java development, technical team mentoring and shaping future technology decisions. This position is ideal for someone who still loves to get hands-on with code (circa 30-40%) but thrives when uplifting others, setting engineering standards and supporting organisational technological growth.
You'll have the opportunity not just to solve problems - you'll be setting the playbook on how they're solved
What's In It For You?
- Blend of hands-on coding + architectural thinking
- No direct reports - influence through capability, not hierarchy
- Greenfield opportunity to help shape the dev practice, guidelines and future tech direction
- Engage closely with Architects, POs, PMs, BAs and testers across full delivery spectrum
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the Engineering Capability Lead/SME for a backend-focused engineering squad
- Contribute ~30-40% to coding, the rest focused on:
- Mentoring and coaching
- Defining and improving engineering standards
- Investigating new technologies and tools
- Collaborating with other Capability Leads and business stakeholders to shape forward-looking tech direction
- Solve complex technical challenges in an environment where reverse-engineering and integration work is key
- Champion strong coding practices, documentation and architecture-level decisions
About You
- 7+ years in backend development - strong Java development experience is essential
- Experience with enterprise or third-party platforms (financial services a plus)
- Comfortable navigating systems with limited source code access
- Solid understanding of DevOps, CI/CD, and modern API/integration patterns
- Familiarity with Azure or cloud environments from a dev point of view
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills - you're pragmatic, positive and not afraid to speak up
- Experience in an passion for mentoring, continuous improvement and future-focused thinking
Ready to step into a strategic, influential role without stepping away from the code completely? Then don't delay, hit "apply" today
Please note, only applicants currently based in NZ with valid NZ work rights will be considered for this role.
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