[Remote] Senior Software Engineer (Java)

Location : Remote (New Zealand time zone overlap preferred)

Type : Contractor / Full-Time

Hours : Flexible, with at least 3–4 hours of overlap with NZT (18h-22h BRT)

Start Date : Immediate

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience in Java and strong working knowledge of Node.js and Python . This role goes beyond traditional development—you’ll be expected to embrace AI as part of your daily toolkit , using it to improve efficiency, generate insights, and accelerate delivery.

You’ll work across a variety of projects, including green-field builds where you’ll own architecture and design decisions, collaborating directly with clients to shape solutions from concept through delivery.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver scalable, secure, and performant solutions in green-field and ongoing projects.
• Build applications in Java, Node.js and Python .
• Leverage AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, Cursor, AI debugging tools, etc) to speed up development, improve documentation, and optimise workflows.
• Collaborate directly with clients to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and deliver value.
• Define engineering best practices, technical roadmaps, and solution design standards.
• Mentor engineers and foster a culture of experimentation, quality, and continuous learning.

Requirements

Desirable

What we offer

Company Description

TechVantage Solutions is a New Zealand-based software consultancy specializing in software development outsourcing and engineering team augmentation. We empower businesses from fast-moving startups to global enterprises to build, scale, and deliver high-quality software with speed and confidence. We have partnered with companies around the world, including those serving Fortune 500 clients, to solve complex technical challenges and accelerate delivery. At TechVantage, we bridge the gap between business and technology, delivering scalable, world-class solutions from New Zealand.