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Intermediate Software Engineer - Small Business Growth

Xero helps businesses automate routine tasks, surface actionable insights and connect businesses with data, advisors and apps.
Auckland, New Zealand
$60,000 - $83,000
Frontend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Intermediate Software Engineer - Small Business Growth

Xero, a leading SaaS company revolutionizing small business management, is seeking an Intermediate Software Engineer to join their Small Business Growth Division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative solutions that help small businesses thrive through automated tasks, actionable insights, and integrated platforms.

As part of the team, you'll be instrumental in developing scalable frontend solutions using modern technologies like React, TypeScript, and Node.js. The position focuses on building and maintaining high-performance design systems that serve over a million users, ensuring both functionality and accessibility compliance.

The role combines technical expertise with collaborative teamwork, offering opportunities to mentor junior developers, participate in Agile ceremonies, and work closely with UI/UX designers. You'll be contributing to projects that directly impact small businesses worldwide, from analytics implementation to user interface modernization.

Xero offers an attractive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including generous paid leave, medical insurance, and an Employee Share Plan. The hybrid work environment provides flexibility while maintaining team collaboration. The company's commitment to employee wellbeing is evident through various programs and support systems.

This position is ideal for a mid-level engineer who is passionate about creating impactful solutions, values continuous learning, and wants to be part of a company that's making a difference in the small business sector. The role offers clear career progression opportunities and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

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Responsibilities For Intermediate Software Engineer - Small Business Growth

  • Design, maintain and develop high-performance complex design systems
  • Develop scalable user interfaces using React, Next, React Testing Library and Storybook
  • Gather user analytics data and provide operational insights
  • Collaborate with UI/UX designers
  • Ensure compliance with WCAG accessibility requirements
  • Provide mentorship to junior engineers
  • Conduct code reviews
  • Facilitate Agile/Scrum ceremonies
  • Execute UI modernisation projects
  • Develop operational runbooks
  • Create scalable software that addresses customer needs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges

Requirements For Intermediate Software Engineer - Small Business Growth

TypeScript
Node.js
React
  • Experience in software development with focus on high-quality solutions
  • Proficiency in NodeJS, Typescript & React
  • Ability to independently design, implement, and deliver production-ready features
  • Experience in building or working with design systems
  • Solid understanding of development lifecycle
  • Familiarity with on-call duties, monitoring and observability tooling
  • Familiarity with modern development tools and cloud platforms like AWS
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related disciplines

Benefits For Intermediate Software Engineer - Small Business Growth

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Very generous paid leave
  • Dedicated paid leave for physical and mental wellbeing
  • Employee Assistance Program for mental health care
  • Free medical insurance
  • Wellbeing and sports programmes
  • 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers
  • Employee Share Plan
  • Flexible working
  • Career development

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