" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eJunior Software Engineer\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20857\"\u003e IT \u0026amp; Telecomms \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20858\"\u003e Software - Developer \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20859\"\u003e Auckland \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20860\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 19/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eKick-start your career using AI-accelerated development tools and modern enginee\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupportive squad environment with mentoring and a clear growth path to independe\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine ownership of your own tasks from day one, in a fast-paced Auckland-based\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0027re looking for a Junior Software Engineer to join a growing technology squad in Auckland. This is a great opportunity for an early-career developer to build real-world experience delivering production software, working with growing independence under the guidance of an experienced Squad Tech Lead. You\u0027ll work within an AI-accelerated delivery model, using AI coding tools daily within established guardrails, while developing the debugging, testing and review disciplines that underpin high-quality software delivery.\u003cbr\u003eAs this role sits within a regulated environment, successful candidates will be required to complete a compliance vetting process as part of onboarding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReporting to the Squad Product Owner with technical direction from the Squad Tech Lead, you\u0027ll deliver well-defined development tasks within your squad, working alongside intermediate engineers and collaborating closely with Quality Assurance, Testing and Security/Compliance functions. This is the first professional rung on the squad\u0027s engineering ladder, with a clear path toward independent, end-to-end feature delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsib\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeliver assigned tasks to an agreed definition of done: working, tested, reviewed and documented\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse AI coding tools daily within squad guardrails, verifying and correcting AI-generated code rather than merging anything you don\u0027t fully understand\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDebug methodically: reproduce, isolate and fix root causes rather than symptoms\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBreak work down, estimate honestly, and communicate progress and blockers early\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAct on code review feedback and apply learnings to future work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet development goals with your Squad Product Owner and Squad Tech Lead, and work towards them\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute openly to squad ceremonies, reviews and team problem-solving\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport interns and newer squad members where able\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTertiary qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUp to two years\u0027 professional software development experience, or strong project work demonstrating equivalent capability\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSolid programming fundamentals: data structures, algorithms and clean, readable code\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking knowledge of version control (Git) and modern development tooling\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience using AI coding assistants, with the discipline to verify generated code rather than trust it\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeveloping debugging capability: forming hypotheses, reading errors and logs, and narrowing problems methodically\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAwareness of secure coding fundamentals\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear written and verbal communication, with a willingness to ask questions, accept feedback and learn quickly\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdaptability, enthusiasm for new tools and ways of working, and high personal and professional standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIf you\u0027re an early-career software engineer looking to build your skills in a fast-paced, AI-accelerated engineering environment, we\u0027d love to hear from you. 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