Software Engineer.NET (Contract)

Senior C# Contract : Build event-driven, cloud-native systems. Deep tech challenges. 6 months. AKL / WLG.

Why You’d Like It

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a six‑month contract with a major New Zealand organisation that is investing heavily in its digital future. You will be stepping into a role that offers deep technical challenges, involving fast‑moving, large‑volume transaction data and high‑availability systems. With options to work from either Auckland or Wellington, this role combines complex, interesting work with a modern, flexible environment.

The Story

The organisation is currently on an evolutionary journey, transforming the platforms and services that provide their core functionality. To handle the unique engineering challenges of integrating various systems, the team has designed an event‑driven, cloud‑based integration layer that sits as the “nervous system” of their engineering ecosystem. They are looking for a skilled engineer to join the team to help drive this transformation and solve complex problems regarding data storage and fast querying.

Company Profile

This is one of New Zealand’s largest homegrown organisations, well‑regarded for its inclusive culture and commitment to its customers and communities. They pride themselves on being an adaptability‑focused, engineering‑driven environment where open communication is key. With brand new modern offices and a genuine approach to flexible working, they strive to create a space where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Your Role

• Designing and building solutions using C# and .NET Core to transform core platforms.
• Developing microservices for cloud‑native platforms and delivering applications to run on Docker / Kubernetes (AWS EKS).
• Working on deep technical challenges involving high‑volume transaction data and long‑term storage.
• Utilising API technologies such as GraphQL and REST, along with supporting contract formats like OpenAPI and AsyncAPI.
• Collaborating with wider stakeholder groups to assist with technical designs and ensure quality via automated testing and declarative deployment practices.

Your Fit

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. If you are not a NZ Citizen, you must have the right of permanent residence or a valid work visa.

Does this sound like it could be the next role for you? Get in touch with Henry for a confidential discussion email or call on

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