SeniorFull TimeEN
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
At Westpac we are building greater opportunity by creating secure, reliable and innovative banking experiences for our customers.
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong Base24 experience to join our Product Engineering team. This role plays a critical part in designing, developing and supporting payment solutions that underpin ATM and POS transaction processing across New Zealand and beyond.
You will work across complex, high availability systems, collaborating with local and offshore teams to deliver secure, resilient and well engineered software solutions that meet both customer and regulatory expectations.
Ko tō mahi | What you’ll do
Design, build, test and implement complex software solutions within the Base24 EPS environment.
Engineer and support ATM and POS device handlers, interfaces and transaction processing systems.
Translate logical designs into high quality physical implementations, considering performance, resilience and scalability.
Lead technical design discussions and contribute to peer and code reviews.
Deliver system changes through release and deployment cycles with strong documentation and controls.
Work in an Agile environment using Scrum or Kanban practices.
Collaborate closely with multiple technology teams, vendors and stakeholders across New Zealand and offshore.
Create and maintain clear technical documentation using tools such as Jira and Confluence.
Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
5 plus year’s experience working with Base24 EPS systems in ATM and POS processing environments.
Strong experience with Base24 installation, configuration and customisation.
Solid understanding of card payments, transaction processing and ISO messaging formats.
Experience with ACI tools and applications, ideally including UPF.
Knowledge of encryption algorithms and key management systems.
Strong technical capability in IBM MQ, Linux or Unix and C++.
Experience with databases and logging tools such as Elasticsearch and Logstash preferred.
Exposure to testing, automation tools and simulators.
Confidence working across distributed teams and multi vendor environments.
A proactive mindset with the ability to solve complex problems and mentor others.
We warmly encourage applications from candidates both locally and overseas. If you're already living in New Zealand and hold valid work rights, your application will be given priority. We appreciate your interest and thank you for considering joining our team.
Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:
4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility
Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers
School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
2 Volunteer days per year
Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
Applications close:
5 June 2026
