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Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Gallagher
Hamilton, Waikato
3 weeks ago

About Gallagher

Our purpose at Gallagher is ‘Protect what matters most’ and we live it every day, whether that’s protecting the world’s highest security environments or agricultural businesses, we care deeply about our people, their families, and our wider communities.

Gallagher Security is on a mission to unlock more value for our customers through the power of our people and solutions. Our culture is entrepreneurial in spirit, complex, challenging, and ever changing. With operations in New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, USA, Canada, the UK and Europe and exports to over 160 countries, we’re proud to be unlocking globally focused career paths for New Zealand based candidates.

We’re painting the future of what’s possible. Come join us.


The Opportunity

We're looking for a Junior Embedded Software Engineer to join our collaborative Devices squad within Gallagher’s Security Solution Delivery group. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with embedded systems and hardware teams to develop software for real-world security solutions.

As part of an agile squad, you’ll:

  • Develop and maintain embedded software using C++
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers on board bring-up and system integration
  • Contribute to debugging, testing, and ongoing software improvement
  • Learn and apply internal software development processes and quality practices
  • Grow your technical capability through mentoring, hands-on experience, and continuous learning

This is an ideal role for someone with a relevant qualification and foundational knowledge in embedded systems, ready to contribute and learn in a supportive team environment.


The Fit

You’re curious, detail-oriented, and eager to build high-quality software in a collaborative engineering setting. You bring a growth mindset and a willingness to keep developing your skills.

  • What You’ll Bring
  • A tertiary qualification in Software, Electronics, Computer, or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • Familiarity with embedded C++
  • Understanding of microcontroller architecture and digital electronics
  • Some exposure to version control tools and build systems (e.g. Git, Azure Pipelines, GitHub Actions)
  • An interest in modern development practices such as debugging tools, automated testing, or scripting languages like Python or Ruby


Why Gallagher?

Gallagher is a place where innovation thrives, learning is continuous, and everyone contributes to real, impactful technology. We foster a collaborative, supportive, and family-friendly environment where people are encouraged to grow, challenge ideas, and make meaningful contributions. We value work-life balance and well-being, and we’re proud to offer:

  • Competitive Salary and annual bonuses
  • Enjoy the benefits of an office-based role with the freedom to work from home on occasion and flexible hours that work around your life
  • Free parking, a subsidised on-site café, and great eateries nearby
  • Life and Disability Insurance and KiwiSaver on top
  • Staff discounts through the Boost App
  • A vibrant culture with team events, learning sessions and great coffee

Apply now and grow your career with one of New Zealand’s most respected and forward-thinking technology companies.

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