Seequent builds world-leading subsurface software, helping create a better understanding of the earth to ensure a better world for all.

We are constantly evolving at the forefront of technology to transform how geo-professionals work, eliminating barriers to understanding by connecting software, teams, and the tools they need.

Every day, our customers in over 100 countries work to develop mineral resources more sustainably, design and build better infrastructure, protect the environment, source renewable energy, and help resolve historical challenges such as groundwater contamination and ageing infrastructure.

Our integrated earth modelling, geo-data management, and team collaboration software enables them to see a more complete picture of the earth: because with more understanding comes better decisions – for people and the planet.

Headquartered in New Zealand with global reach, Seequent is the specialist subsurface software company within Bentley Systems. Together, we are helping build a more resilient world.

We’re a high growth, people-centric success story.

Seequent is a Bentley Systems company, working together to build a better future.

The Role

We are looking for a dynamic Lead Software Engineer to join the Seequent team. Within this role you will have the opportunity to lead a team that works with modern cloud technologies to build the Internal Development Platform for Seequent.

This Internal Development Platform is critical for Seequent to thrive as an agile SaaS company that can release its market leading set of Evo applications and services quickly and confidently.  You will be a motivator, mentor, and a leader, enabling key infrastructure innovation to deliver successful business outcomes for Seequent.  You are someone who has experience working in any software development role that requires technical leadership. 

If you're ready to make an impact, we want you on our team!

Please note, this is a hybrid position to be based out of the Christchurch office. 

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead the Development Platform Engineering pod in Christchurch, enhancing a self-serve infrastructure platform for Evo application deployment. Mentor team members and collaborate with the Development Platform Engineering Manger on long-term goals.
• Efficiently manage the team by providing operational direction for their day-to-day work and ensuring alignment with the operational goals of the company.
• Play a pivotal role in the strategic decision-making, influencing the evolution of Internal Development Platform.
• Collaborate with Evo Development, Security, and Architecture teams to select, specify, schedule and estimate new features for the internal Development Platform.
• Design and implement enhancements to the Internal Development Platform using modern cloud technologies.

In order to be successful in this role, you should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent   
• 7+ years working with cloud providers and technologies
• 1+ year as a lead or technical leader of a team of Software Engineers would be an advantage  
• Experience with or curiosity to learn the following tools: Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform
• Experience working with cloud providers like Azure and AWS 
• Familiarity with CI/CD Pipelines (i.e. GitHub, Gitlab, etc.)   

Why you will enjoy working with us..

You will be joining a highly skilled, highly productive team of communication experts who are passionate about what we do. We are a friendly, intelligent, and supportive bunch and are looking forward to you bringing your expertise to the team. Our wider Seequent team is geographically diverse and from multi-disciplines, so even though you will be Christchurch based you will have opportunity to work with team members from across the globe.

In addition to awesome team members and work culture, you can also expect the following benefits:

• Facilities - Make use of the onsite gym, locker facilities, ergonomic standing desks, and spacious café.
• Fun - Bring your dog to work, indulge in Pie Day Friday, build the tallest Lego tower, or embrace innovation in our annual Hackathon.
• Financial - Competitive compensation, reviewed regularly, plus the option to join our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Learning - Access to a wealth of training resources through our digital learning platform Degreed, quarterly career conversations with your manager and a culture that believes in promoting from within.
• Wellbeing - Health Insurance / Benefits, regular wellness webinars, and 24/7 EAP access.