Head of Engineering - Platform & Product Leadership

Software Engineering

Leadership

Auckland

Permanent

Troy Hammond
Troy Hammond

Co-Founder

Posted

October 8, 2025

  • Senior engineering leadership role across a national mobile first platform
  • Mix of strategic architecture, AI innovation, and hands-on delivery
  • Collaborate directly with C-suite
�� Head of Engineering - Platform & Product Leadership

Lead engineering across a large-scale platform. Architect scalable systems, mentor devs, and shape the future of digital experiences.

Why This Role Stands Out
  • Senior engineering leadership role across a national digital platform
  • Mix of strategic architecture, AI innovation, and hands-on delivery
  • Influence across cloud infrastructure and enterprise integrations
  • Collaborate directly with C-suite and strategic tech partners
  • Backed by a major media and tech organisation
  • Competitive salary + flexible working arrangements
  • Work from Home options available
About the Company
Our client is behind one of New Zealand's most ambitious digital platforms, combining the agility of a startup with the scale of an enterprise. Backed by a major national brand, they are shaping how users interact with high-impact digital ecosystems.

About the Role
This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll oversee the entire engineering function. From solution architecture to delivery, team mentorship to platform scalability, you'll be pivotal in driving innovation, security, and high performance across all systems.

Skills & Experience
  • 10+ years' experience in software engineering, including team leadership
  • Technical expertise in React, Next.js, Flutter 2.0, AWS, GCP, MySQL & MongoDB
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity, cloud systems, and integrations
  • Proven experience mentoring engineers and scaling engineering culture
  • Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
  • Agile delivery mindset with strong prioritisation skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Fluency in Mandarin is advantageous
Why Work Here?
  • Drive technology strategy for a platform with national reach
  • Blend startup culture with enterprise-grade backing
  • Collaborate with high-performing cross-functional teams
  • Flexible, remote-friendly working culture
  • Strong focus on innovation, AI, and continuous improvement
  • Access to top-tier tools, resources, and leadership support
  • Clear path for career growth and ongoing development
 Please apply now as listed below.

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