Ready to conduct a symphony of code instead of just playing first violin?

Are you passionate about building innovative software and leading talented teams to success? We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Software Development Lead to join our fast-growing development team. If you are an exceptional communicator, thrive in collaborative environments and have a track record of delivering high-quality solutions, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion best practices for code quality, testing, and continuous integration, while gently reminding the team that "YOLO deploys" are not an industry standard.
• Guide architectural decisions with a clear vision, balancing cutting-edge innovation and pragmatic simplicity.
• Mentor developers from "why is it broken?" to "ah, that's why it's broken!"
• Above all, inspire your team to not only write code, but to craft solutions that delight users and stand the test of time.

About the benefits

• Sick leave from Day 1.
  
• Paid birthday leave.
• Access to training through our online library, The Greenhouse.
• Staff discounts at Farmlands Retail Stores.
• Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer providing access to a vast array of discounts with our Card Partners.
• Additional support for parents - 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks' paid partner's leave.

About us

At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, New Zealand’s largest farming co-operative, we’re driven by three core values: Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support NZ farmers and growers to boost profitability and productivity, aiming to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.

With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, we offer diverse operations - from retail and feed production to ecommerce and fuel. Join us to be part of a Kiwi-owned brand that values your uniqueness, creativity, and teamwork in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

How to apply

Apply online with your CV and cover letter and we'll do the rest. We'd love to hear from you and know you'll most definitely grow your career - and us - at Farmlands.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver’s licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.