Senior Engineer I

Compensation Range:

$110,000-$140,000

Compensation Disclaimer:
The salary range listed reflects the base pay for this role at Altus Group and is provided where required by local regulations. Actual offers may differ based on experience, market conditions, and other relevant factors. The range does not include additional compensation such as bonuses, equity, benefits, or other incentives.

Key Responsibilities

• Rapidly prototype and iterate on new product concepts in partnership with product and design leads, driving innovation in a fast-paced environment.
• Design, implement, and maintain software solutions using best practices in modern software development.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using Angular, TypeScript, C#, and .NET to deliver high-impact features.
• Work closely with product, design, and fellow engineers to rapidly translate early-stage product ideas into working prototypes and scalable solutions.
• Deliver solutions within our established tech stack and architecture, while actively identifying opportunities to optimize for speed, scalability, and AI integration.
• Own the quality of what you ship, including thoughtful testing (unit, integration, performance), even when moving fast.
• Engage in AI-informed code reviews, sharing patterns, prompt strategies, and improvements to both code quality and development workflows.
• Pitch in when issues arise, from prototype quirks to production incidents, helping the team troubleshoot, learn, and iterate quickly.

Key Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience; minimum 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in C# / .NET (preferably .NET 7), Angular with TypeScript, SQL Server, and Web API integrations.
• AI & Innovation Experience: Practical experience using AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT) in development, with a critical approach to AI-generated outputs; experience in innovation teams or AI-driven projects is a plus.
• Cloud & Tools: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, Git-based workflows, CI/CD pipelines, Jira, and Azure DevOps.
• Security & Standards: Familiarity with OWASP and ISO27001 standards.
• Bonus Skills: Experience with Excel integrations, mathematical programming, Salesforce, developer experience (DX) improvements, or AI platforms like OpenAI, Anthropic, or HuggingFace.
• Personal Attributes: Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, adaptability, attention to detail, effective teamwork, and excellent communication abilities.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand and be based in Christchurch, as this is a hybrid role requiring regular in-office collaboration

Unlock your Altus Experience!

If you’re looking to advance your career in in an industry that is transitioning for greatness, there’s no better place than Altus Group.

Our high trust, high performance culture prioritizes progressive programs that empower you to deliver your greatest performance while promoting collective success where everyone is recognized and connected.

We offer boundless opportunities in a rapidly growing global business: mentorship from the best and brightest in CRE, access to our Altus Intelligence Academy, and the chance to work with the best data sets, tools and technology in the industry.

What Altus Group offers:

• Rewarding performance: competitive compensation, incentive and bonus plans, and a total rewards package prioritizing mental, physical, and financial well-being.

• Growth and development: we invest in your professional learning. Our Altus Intelligence Academy offers over 150,000 hours of learning content.

• Flexible work model: our Activity-Based Work model provides flexibility to align your work location to the needs of the work — use the office for collaboration and remote work for focused tasks.

Inclusivity & Accessibility

Altus Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We provide an atmosphere free from barriers to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourage equal opportunities for all employees. We’re seeking candidates with diverse experiences and provide accessible candidate experiences throughout the selection process. If you need accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] or +1 888 692 7487.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

AI tools may be used to support the initial stages of screening for this role; however, all assessments and final hiring decisions are reviewed and made by an Altus Group hiring professional.

Background Checks

Please note that as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, Altus Group may conduct background checks on candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment. These checks may include, but are not limited to, verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal records, credit history (where relevant), and reference checks. The scope and nature of background checks may vary depending on the role, location, and applicable laws. All background checks will be conducted in compliance with local laws and regulations, and candidates will be informed of any checks required as part of the recruitment process.

Other Notes / Application Process

We appreciate all applicants; however, only those selected to move forward will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Altus Group.