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Senior Software Engineer

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Senior Software Engineer in Others

  • Rocket Lab Corporation
  • Full time
  • Email
  • Auckland, New Zealand

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy full-stack web applications, including database schemas, back-end services, front-end applications, and web-based user interfaces.
  • Build machine-to-machine services and REST APIs integrating with systems across Rocket Lab.
  • Develop software and unit tests for bug fixes and feature requests, and document software operations.
  • Review and approve code merge requests and help establish code review standards.
  • Facilitate architecture meetings and approve software architecture designs and requirements.
  • Manage trade studies and support technical decisions.
  • Refine backlog items, approve definitions of ready, and help prioritize the backlog.
  • Facilitate scrum activities and maintain scrum information such as velocity and retrospective minutes.
  • Meet with stakeholders to understand requirements and align projects with business needs.
  • Deploy operational software, support users, and provide user training.
  • Coach and mentor junior engineers and help define team best practices.

Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field.
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in a relevant discipline.
  • Strong experience designing and building REST APIs.
  • Proficiency in TypeScript and JavaScript development.
  • Experience with Node.js and Angular or another front-end framework such as React or Vue.
  • Experience using Linux as a development environment and proficiency in Git.
  • Strong problem-solving, judgment, communication, planning, and prioritization skills.
  • Experience with Docker and/or Kubernetes is preferred.
  • Experience with network programming, Node.js/npm build systems and tooling, Elasticsearch, relational database schemas, and service-oriented architectures is preferred.
  • Experience facilitating agile or scrum ceremonies, serving as a technical lead, or mentoring and coaching engineers is preferred.
  • Interest in aerospace, manufacturing, or similarly complex engineering environments is preferred.

Benefits

  • The role is based in Auckland, New Zealand.
  • Domestic and international travel may be required.

Rocket Lab Corporation

Rocket Lab Corporation pioneers the next generation of spaceflight, delivering reliable, cost‑effective launch services that enable rapid access to orbit for a wide range of customers. By combining innovative engineering with a focus on rapid development and operational excellence, the company ex...

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