Software Engineer

If you’re a developer who loves shaping how people interact with technology, not just how it works, you’ll thrive here. You see solving user needs as a core principle, blending design thinking with technical execution to create solutions that feel effortless and intuitive.

If solving complex problems, collaborating with talented professionals, and delivering exceptional user experiences excites you, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Haven’t heard of Lightwire before?

At Lightwire, operational excellence is at the heart of our delivery of fast internet, tailored network and voice solutions. We serve customers across New Zealand and Australia, from remote rural communities to high-growth businesses, with solutions built for performance and scale. Nearly twenty years ago, we began in the Waikato, bridging connectivity gaps where others couldn't, and we’ve continued to grow with the same commitment to precision, service, and reliability.

What you’ll do :

• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to uncover needs and define impactful solutions throughout the business.
• Build and deliver full-stack functionality to implement these solutions, leveraging Laravel as the core framework.
• Deliver projects in vertical slices for incremental progress and quick feedback cycles.
• Play a key role in implementing customer-facing web applications and internal tools, ensuring they are intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling.

Our ideal candidate will :

Why you’ll love working with us

Read more about our benefits here : Working for Lightwire : Staff benefits (

Let’s Talk

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If you're currently based elsewhere in New Zealand and considering a move to Hamilton or the wider Waikato region, we're here to help make that transition easier. As part of our commitment to attracting great talent, we’re open to supporting relocation for the right candidate.

Please note that on this occasion, we are only accepting applications from New Zealand and Australian Residents or those with a Resident Visa.

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