Senior Software Developer


Avanti Finance is growing – fast

We’re on a mission to become the best specialist lending company in New Zealand and Australia, and we’re looking for ambitious, driven people to help get us there.

We’ve got bold goals and a clear vision for the future. That means exciting opportunities for those ready to champion new ideas, challenge the status quo, and grow alongside us.

If you’re hungry to make an impact, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love turning ideas into action – you’ll feel right at home here.

Lead, innovate, and build solutions that matter.

At Avanti Finance, we’re on a mission to deliver smarter, faster, and more intuitive technology for our customers. We’re looking for a Senior Software Developer who’s ready to take technical ownership, lead by example, and help shape the future of our digital platforms.

What you’ll do:

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust .NET Core / .NET Framework web applications
  • Architect and implement RESTful APIs for scalability and performance
  • Build responsive front-end applications using Angular or similar SPA frameworks
  • Design and manage relational database schemas using Entity Framework or other ORM tools
  • Partner with UI/UX designers to deliver seamless user experiences
  • Integrate and optimise Microsoft Azure services and cloud platforms
  • Champion code quality through unit testing, automated testing, and CI/CD best practices
  • Troubleshoot, refactor, and modernise legacy code
  • Drive internal system integrations and replace restrictive third-party solutions
  • Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of continuous improvement
What we’re looking for:
  • 5+ years of professional software development experience
  • Expert-level proficiency with .NET Core / .NET Framework
  • Strong experience with Angular or similar SPA frameworks
  • Advanced knowledge of Entity Framework or other ORM tools
  • Proven experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs
  • Experience with Azure DevOps or similar tools for CI/CD and deployment
  • Hybrid app development experience (Ionic highly valued)
  • Deep understanding of relational databases, SQL, and optimisation techniques
  • Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience in agile teams
  • Ability to mentor developers and lead technical initiatives

 

What's in it for me?

Within the Avanti Finance Group, you can look forward to flexible and hybrid working as we offer up to two days working from home following your initial training period. We give back to our communities through our support of Duffy Books, and by offering an Annual Volunteer Day for you to use for a purpose that's close to your heart. We believe in celebrating diversity, and we also celebrate talent and development by working with you through an established capability framework that puts you in the driving seat of your development while achieving business goals. You won't find a gender pay gap here, as we have great remuneration packages but as we all know there's more to an awesome job than the money. If you are happy and fulfilling your potential, while feeling supported, valued and empowered, then that’s a win for us! Fresh fruit, Healthy Food Guide Memberships, and increased Kiwisaver match is there for you to feel good from the inside out.


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Full Time

Job no: IZBO50353

Location: Christchurch

Brand: Avanti Finance

Closing Date: Wednesday, 17 December 2025