Senior Software Engineer

Welcome to life inside Xero — where we're building the future of small business around the world. No matter where you join us from, you'll find a team that balances global impact and high performance with genuine flexibility, ensuring you have the space to be your best and supercharge your career.

New Zealand Aotearoa

New Zealand is our birthplace and where our work is anchored in three foundational themes reflecting both our heritage and our global ambition: Pioneering Innovation, Kiwi Roots, Globally Driven, and Community at our Core.

Auckland

Our Auckland employees are based in a bright, modern building in Parnell. Te Ara Turoa means 'the journey of enduring light', which refers to the history and significance of the land where the building stands.

How we hire

We know interviews can be a bit nerve-wracking. So we've laid out what to expect, how to prepare, and what to expect through the process.

Connect with our talent team

You'll connect with our talent team for the initial screen via Google Meet. This call will go over your background, experience, and career goals, as well as what to expect in the process and any questions you may have. We're focused on finding folks who not only have the right skills, but also align with our values and dynamic way of working.

Show us your skills

In this interview(s) we want to learn more about your job skills and domain expertise. Anticipate a case study, a tech exercise, a portfolio review, and/or time with your team to dive into role related activities. Don't worry, no matter the role we'll make sure you're prepared to put your best foot forward!

Values in action

We want to hear how you demonstrate and connect with our values and the future of work at Xero. Be prepared to share examples of how you drive results and work cross-functionally and focus on the "customer". You'll be meeting with your potential new team so it's a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have, too. Go Bold. Go Fast. Go Further. Go Together.

LEADership Interview (people leaders only)

For people leaders, our interviews focus on our four LEAD principles: 1) Lead with vision 2) Elevate capability 3) Act like an owner 4) Distill and solve problems

Decision and offer

Once you've connected with the team and manager, and everyone (including you!) agree we've found the best fit, we'll move to offer.

Supporting Xeros to thrive

From flexible working and wellbeing support to professional growth and meaningful perks, we help you do your best work, and feel great doing it.

Rewards

• Employee Share Plan (ESP): Own a small portion of Xero through the employee share plan (ESP). Each year, every Xero receives a percentage of their base salary in Xero shares. The number of shares varies yearly based on salary and share price. Shares are typically offered in July and, for new employees, they're pro-rated depending on start date.
• Medical insurance: Xeros in all regions can expect exceptional medical insurance coverage provided by Xero. Many regions even have a fully subsidised option for eligible Xeros.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement plan options with a matching contribution from Xero.
• Life insurance: Life insurance coverage is provided to Xeros with a minimum coverage amount equivalent to their base annual salary.

Wellbeing

Flexible working is not just a nice to have at Xero, itʼs the way we do things.

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Access free, confidential support for you and your family as part of our wellbeing program.
• Modern Health: A free benefit, and our global EAP, for Xero employees and immediate family members to support and promote the wellbeing of Xeros and their families as part of our global wellbeing strategy. This service includes six coaching and six counselling sessions plus access to unique work life services that are available globally.
• Mentorloop: Every Xero has access to Mentorloop, our platform for finding a mentor.
• Local wellbeing programs: New wellbeing programs and activities are offered regularly in each region.

Leave

• Annual leave: 20+ days a year
• Wellbeing leave: 10+ days a year, pro-rated based on start date
• Xtra leave: Five days a year to use whenever and however
• Parental leave: 26 weeks paid leave with top-ups, up to 100%,
• Partner leave: 6 weeks paid leave in baby's first year
• Holiday leave: Three extra days over year-end shutdown (it's on the house!)
• Lifestyle leave: Purchase additional time off, spread the cost over the year
• Community Connect: One paid day per year for volunteering

Xero

• Xero subscription: Use our beautiful easy-to-use accounting software for your side gig or personal finances.
• Xero rewards: Gain access to an array of retail discounts including stores, restaurants, holidays and products.
• Global impact: Work for a company that's in 9 countries and has 23 offices.
• Environmentally conscious: Xero is certified carbon neutral and committed to supporting our customers, partners and their communities to become more sustainable.