Senior Software Engineer, Christchurch

Our story Partly's mission is to connect the world's parts by building the first global platform for replacement parts, starting with auto parts. Our vision is to accelerate the world towards a sustainable future where waste is eliminated, and all replacement parts are universally searchable, accessible, and available to everyone.Founded by ex-Rocket Lab engineers, we utilize cutting-edge technology to solve challenging problems that significantly impact a $1.9 trillion industry. We've tripled our team in the last 12 months and expect to double again within the next year. Our team is global, spanning Europe and Australasia.We provide scalable digital infrastructure solutions to some of the world's largest companies and innovative startups. Our solutions are integrated across hundreds of companies worldwide, serving as the backbone for online parts cataloguing and management. Supported by investors like Blackbird Ventures, I2BF, Hillfarrance, Icehouse, and notable entrepreneurs, we are committed to building a world-class team and fostering a culture where people can do their best work. Our values are integrated into every aspect of our company.This role In this position, you will collaborate with our development team to solve complex problems and build elegant software. You will report to either Matt Goodson, our Tech Lead, or Evan Jia, our Co-founder&Head of Engineering. What Will You Do Work on mission-critical systems for our core SaaS and API platform. Ensure these features are highly scalable, fault-tolerant, and accurate. Provide an excellent experience for businesses using the Partly platform. Help develop and promote software best practices within the team.Gain expertise in the complex and underserved auto parts domain. Interested in learning more about our challenges and culture? Check out: Your Skills 5+ years of experience developing complex applications (or equivalent education and work experience).Strong fundamentals in computer science and engineering, including data structures, concurrency, architecture, APIs, testing, and design patterns. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Deep knowledge of databases and data models. Experience building reliable, distributed systems. (Bonus) Experience with automotive parts.(Bonus) Experience with Node.js. (Bonus) Experience with Rust. Note: If you don't possess all the listed skills but believe you're a strong candidate, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse and underrepresented groups and want to learn more about what makes you exceptional. Benefits Competitive salary and equity . We offer competitive pay and equity, even as a startup.Parental leave and flexible return to work . Primary caregivers can work 4-day weeks at full pay for the first 12 weeks; secondary caregivers receive 10 days of full pay leave. Flexible working hours . We are office-first but flexible with hours and remote work. New office in Christchurch CBD . Features include free snacks, drinks, coffee, social and collaboration spaces, and proximity to a top café.Monthly team lunches . Celebrate wins and foster team bonding. Ergonomic workspace . Sit-stand desks, ergonomic chairs, quiet zones, and collaborative areas to suit all work styles. #J-18808-Ljbffr