A bit about us 
For over 16 years, ClearPoint has helped organisations succeed in a continually changing digital landscape. We are a trusted technology partner combining digital design, software engineering, data and insights, cloud and platforms, and consulting services to help organisations adapt to change. We pride ourselves on forming transformational collaborative partnerships that maximise value, deliver results and make a lasting impact through great outcomes and capability uplift. Through innovative thinking, we strive to make a difference for ourselves, our teams, our clients and our community across New Zealand and Australia.
The ClearPoint culture
We’re proud of the collaborative and inclusive culture we’ve fostered at ClearPoint. Our values are the essence of what we stand for and underpin our way of working and interactions.
- Respect and Care for People- Act with Integrity- Earn and Nurture Trust
Our diverse team enables us to better understand and serve our clients, attract the best talent and innovate successfully. So, from the moment you step through our doors, you’ll feel welcome and supported to do the best work you can.
The Role
ClearPoint is seeking multiple contract Lead Engineers to partner with one of our clients on a large-scale initiative. We’re looking for Lead (and/or Senior) Java Engineers who are passionate about collaborating in teams to deliver exceptional customer product experiences. If you’re customer-focused, thrive in a fast-paced, iterative environment, and are eager to shape the future, we want to hear from you!
You will possess strong expertise in Java (preferably with Spring Boot), cloud-native development on AWS, and building distributed, event-driven systems. Experience with AWS Serverless (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Step Functions, S3), messaging services (SNS, SQS), and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) is highly desirable. Proficiency in CI/CD practices, DevOps, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) will set you apart.
As a Technical Lead, you’ll play a key role in guiding cross-functional teams, working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Product Owners to deliver high-quality commercial software projects. A background in consulting or client-facing environments, and an ability to bring fresh perspectives on product documentation and user experience, will be a strong advantage.
These are contracting roles (3-6 months initially), based on-site with our client (3+ days per week) in Central Auckland. Immediate availability is essential.
The experience we’re looking for:
● At least 10+ years of hands-on experience in Java development, with strong expertise in modern frameworks (e.g. Spring Boot)● Proven experience designing and building distributed, cloud-native applications on AWS, with emphasis on serverless architectures (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Step Functions, S3, etc.)● Strong knowledge of event-driven and messaging systems, including SNS and SQS● Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly with Terraform● Experience leading or mentoring engineering teams, including code reviews, design sessions, and technical decision-making● Solid background in microservices design and implementation● Strong understanding of CI/CD practices and DevOps principles in cloud environments● Familiarity with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) is beneficial● Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB)● Ability to interface effectively with Project Managers, Product Owners, and business stakeholders● Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a background in consulting or client-facing environments advantageous
What’s next?
Sound like the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Please apply and one of our Recruitment & Resourcing team will be in touch for a confidential chat! You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be considered for this application.