Te āheinga | The opportunity  

Join our dynamic team at Whakaata Māori as a Technical Lead! This is not just another senior developer role. You'll be at the forefront of our technical landscape, shaping the future of public-facing applications that engage a broad audience. As the key technical expert in a small, agile team, you'll be responsible for tackling the most challenging technical issues and driving innovative solutions.

He kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role 

As a Technical Lead, you will:

• Lead Innovative Projects: Drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge solutions that reach and engage a wide audience.
• Shape Our Technology Stack: Influence the direction of our technology, setting best practices and ensuring architectural integrity.
• Hands-On Development: Stay actively involved in coding and solving complex technical challenges.
• Mentorship and Growth: Mentor a talented team of developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Public-Facing Impact: Work on applications that are seen and used by the public, including video streaming platforms.
• Technical Authority: Be the go-to person for technical decisions and problem-solving within a small, agile team.

He kōrero mōu ake | About you 

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience as a Senior Developer, Technical Lead, or similar role, with a strong track record in solution architecture and successful project delivery.
• Expertise in a selection of front-end and back-end programming languages
• Experience with React, React Native, Go and Docker would be advantageous
• Extensive experience with software architecture and design principles, including microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Proficiency in software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experience with containers and orchestration.
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex technical issues and provide effective solutions.
• Familiarity with performance tuning and optimisation techniques.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• A tertiary qualification in software development, computer science, information systems or similar.
• Experience in development of video streaming applications will be an advantage.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, actively coaching and sharing knowledge

Mō Mātou | About us 

At Whakaata Māori, we are fuelled by a deep passion for our unique stories and heritage. We believe that our cultural roots are a powerful force that can transcend time, connecting us to our past, present, and future all at once. Our journey began with Tāne, whose bravery and vision allowed him to bring light to a dark world. In the same spirit, we are on a mission to illuminate the world with our powerful and diverse storytelling. Just like Tamarereti’s waka, Puna Ariki, we are moving towards a new horizon.  

Our team is a diverse and dynamic crew that works together to showcase the brilliance of our heritage. We are committed to preserving our cultural treasures while also navigating the currents of modern times. Every day, we work tirelessly to create stories that inspire and enlighten, so that our mokopuna and future generations can thrive and succeed in Aotearoa. 

Ready to apply?

Apply online with your cover letter and CV. We’ll be reviewing applications as we receive them, so don’t wait—apply today! Together, we’ll continue the journey of sharing Māori stories, language and culture with the world.

Applicants must be living in and have the right to work in New Zealand.