Senior Software Engineer - .Net, Python

This is a senior level Software Engineer role with a focus on .Net and Python. You'll be joining one of our skilled software engineering teams playing a key role in delivering the continued technical and functional quality, and excellence, of an artificial intelligence powered solution for film forecasting, distribution negotiation, automated scheduling, and business analysis.

The role 

• Using your extensive .Net and Python experience, you'll contribute to the design, development and implementation of new features, and the enhancement, and on-going maintenance, of existing applications
• Collaborating with squad members, other engineering teams, and the architecture and product teams, you'll design and implement new features and functionality, maintain quality, and ensure responsiveness and security of applications
• Producing and ensuring consistent code integrity and development, you'll also help to mentor and guide less experienced engineers

Requirements

You'll need robust back-end capabilities and AI / Machine Learning experience would be highly beneficial. We're looking for proven experience with the following:

• C#, ASP.Net CORE, Python, SQL Server
• API Integrations, Data Repositories
• Docker / Kubernetes / Octopus / Agile
• Microsoft Azure
• Advanced coding and problem-solving ability
• Strong team collaboration skills

This is a hybrid role which includes regular weekly attendance in our Cape Town office.

We are currently only considering applicants with an existing right to work in South Africa, without the need for employer sponsorship, for this position.

About Vista

Vista is a world-leading company that makes software for the cinema industry. Started in Auckland, New Zealand, over 25 years ago, we now serve cinemas, film distributors, and moviegoers worldwide.

Our HQ is in the City Works Depot in Auckland. We have offices and subsidiary companies in Sydney, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Shanghai, Mexico City, and Kuala Lumpur. We use the latest technologies and offer a fun, agile and collaborative environment. We continue to innovate and build our reputation as one of the best Kiwi tech companies to work for.

Shared Standards 

Our Shared Standards act as a compass for how we work together and reflect the behaviours we value at Vista Group. The way in which each member of our crew embodies these Shared Standards is an indicator for performance and success, as it aligns with our vision and strategy.   

One Crew 

• We're a diverse team, in different places and functions, and we're at our best when we connect, help and collaborate  

Shine a Light 

• We communicate openly, we explain the why, and we ask when we don't understand. We don't leave people in the dark 

Make it Happen 

• We make good things happen as people and as teams through our focus on delivery 

Chase Great 

• We challenge ourselves and each other to keep improving 

Benefits

You will be supported to continually learn and improve your tech skills, share knowledge and ideas in the team, and be part of a dynamic and open culture.

We have a range of benefits that include:

• Excellent work/life balance including a 4 ½ day working week
• Hybrid working (home and office based split, requiring regular weekly attendance in the Auckland office)
• Medical and Life insurance
• Volunteer day, enhanced paid parental leave and wellness benefits
• Strong mentoring & career development focus
• Fun team events including the Vista Innovation Cup

If you enjoy a challenge and working in a dynamic and collaborative team, you’ll love working at Vista.

We value inclusivity celebrate diversity and are committed to offering equal opportunity to our staff and candidates — regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, religious, ethical beliefs or political opinion. This commitment is reflected in all our employment policies and procedures.