Totara is an innovative, fast-growing technology leader in the learning and development space, and provider of learning development and HR solutions for 1500 customers across a variety of sectors in over 150 countries. At Totara you will find an army of talented, motivated, and ambitious people. Our team of 120 people across 3 offices in the UK, US and NZ has been growing steadily over several years and we are now looking to expand the business further. As a community that looks after each other, we value diversity, collaboration, and personal development.
Totara is expanding its engineering group across multiple product areas, making this the perfect time to join a dynamic and growing team. If you’re passionate about developing innovative solutions and want to be part of building a vibrant, energetic culture, we want to hear from you!
As a Junior Software Engineer at Totara, you will play a key role in one of our cross-functional delivery teams, collaborating with experts in engineering, product, and design. Your main tools will be PHP, JavaScript, Vue.js and CSS, as well as as relational databases, and GraphQL APIs. Supported by experienced Engineers and your Engineering Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills and take on new challenges which align with your career goals.
Totara isn’t your typical SaaS company. We deliver our products through a global partner network, allowing us to thoughtfully apply modern software engineering practices within our longer release cycles. Plus, you won’t have to worry about 24/7 support rosters!
Our distributed group is almost entirely based in New Zealand, we rarely need to meet outside of business hours, and we have a flexible work environment.
What you’ll bring:
We’re seeking junior candidates who have a foundation of commercial experience. While we expect familiarity with many of the following areas, we do provide opportunities and support for further growth and development.
- Experience in a modern programming language, such as PHP, C#, Ruby or Java
- Experience in JavaScript, CSS and modern front-end frameworks
- Proficiency in a modern software development practices, such as version control, CI/CD, security, accessibility, performance and scalability
- Experience with relational databases, SQL and GraphQL
- Knowledge of major cloud computing providers, such as AWS, Azure and GCP
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- Experienced in working with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban.
- Ability to work collaboratively with your team on what matters most
- Strong desire to learn and grow
- Note: Candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand
What We Offer
Joining our team means joining the pursuit to create effective and engaging learning workplaces for all. We’re growing and are looking for people who are excited about making an impact on the global stage and are passionate about working in the software product industry.
Working at Totara, you’ll have:
- An inspiring and productive multicultural work environment with high autonomy and flat hierarchies.
- A collegiate and creative team who are passionate about solving our customers’ most important problems.
- Attractive salary, commitment to your professional development and flexible working.
- Strong support from a highly-skilled, well-connected and experienced international team.
Benefits and Perks:
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- Private Health Insurance Cover
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Annual Wellbeing Allowance
- New Joiner home working set-up allowance
- Flexible / Hybrid working
- Additional Paid Leave
Top Skills
What We Do
Totara is rapidly transforming the learning technology software market. Totara’s products are highly flexible and bring powerful freedoms to all organizations with formal and informal learning needs, both within the workplace and the extended enterprise.
They are used by many industry sectors, including finance, retail, energy, health, government and not-for-profit organizations. Customers range from small businesses to large multinational corporations – a testament to our innovation, robust versatility and scalability.
