Platform Lead at Bank of New Zealand

North Dunedin, Otago Region, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer-Centric Mindset, Vision & Strategy Definition, Roadmap Ownership & Prioritisation, Stakeholder Alignment & Communication, Technical & Product Knowledge, Adaptability & Growth Mindset, People Leadership

Industry

Banking

Description

Worker Type: Permanent Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way." We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same. We’re seeking a Platform Lead to build and shape our new Developer Experience (DevXP) team within the Engineering domain. This team will create a unified developer platform that simplifies how developers build, deploy, and operate software — accelerating delivery, reducing risk, and attracting top talent. You’ll drive the development of self-service tools and golden paths that streamline workflows and boost developer productivity. Mō te Tūranga | About the Role What are some day-to-day tasks the successful candidate in this role will complete? Engage with engineering teams to understand their products and workflows, identifying opportunities to integrate them into the developer platform as self-service offerings. Facilitate discovery and validation sessions with developers and stakeholders to gather feedback, prototype solutions, and refine the platform roadmap based on real needs. Communicate regularly with the developer community, engineering teams, and stakeholders to share updates, promote adoption, and gather insights that inform platform improvements. Oversee the development and integration of platform features such as golden paths, CI/CD standard pipeline, and monitoring tools, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with strategic goals. Track and communicate progress by defining success metrics, monitoring adoption, and sharing outcomes with leadership to maintain support and visibility. What is the team culture and environment like? In Engineering, we simplify and standardise application and service delivery so teams can create with confidence and deliver with freedom. We focus on understanding user needs, measuring impact, and continuously improving how we work. Our culture values bold innovation, relentless simplification, and strong partnerships — all within a supportive, fun environment where people thrive. What is the most exciting thing about this opportunity? This opportunity is the chance to shape a transformative initiative at the heart of BNZ’s Engineering domain. This space is evolving rapidly, and you’ll be part of a great team empowered to explore, innovate, and deliver foundational improvements that make a real difference. You’ll work closely with engineering teams and their products, which will form the core offerings of the platform. The role offers a unique blend of strategic ownership, technical leadership, and deep engagement with developers and stakeholders to validate needs and deliver outcome-based solutions. What is the most challenging thing about this opportunity? This role demands a leader who can drive clarity, simplify complexity, and build trust across engineering and technology domains — all while delivering tangible improvements that developers genuinely adopt and value. What will success look like for the candidate in this role? Success means delivering a developer platform that developers love to use — one that simplifies their experience, accelerates delivery, and reduces risk. You’ll demonstrate strong product leadership by defining and executing a clear vision and roadmap, aligning stakeholders, and championing adoption across the organisation. You’ll balance long-term vision with short-term impact, lead through collaboration, and continuously refine solutions based on feedback and measurable outcomes. What skills and attributes are required for this role? Customer-Centric Mindset Understand developer needs to create intuitive, self-service solutions for building and operating software. Vision & Strategy Definition Set and communicate a clear product vision and strategy aligned with business goals, inspiring teams toward shared objectives. Roadmap Ownership & Prioritisation Maintain a balanced roadmap, prioritising impactful and feasible features that add value and ease delivery. Stakeholder Alignment & Communication Build trust and alignment across teams and stakeholders, clearly communicating progress and outcomes. Technical & Product Knowledge Apply solid understanding of modern engineering practices to guide decisions and validate solutions. Adaptability & Growth Mindset Navigate change and ambiguity with resilience, curiosity, and a focus on learning. People Leadership Support team wellbeing and growth, fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment. Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand Please note that application close Tuesday 4 November 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to join us! We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it. Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.” Closing Date: 04 November 2025 Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early. Welcome to BNZ Careers! We are excited for you to apply for a role with us. We're the bank for New Zealand. Our purpose is to serve customers well and help our communities prosper. Every day we find ways for our customers, our people, and our communities to thrive through strong values, diverse teams, and great people - just like you.

Responsibilities

The Platform Lead will engage with engineering teams to understand their products and workflows, identifying opportunities for integration into the developer platform. They will oversee the development of platform features and track progress by defining success metrics and monitoring adoption.