Job description

About Auror

Auror is addressing the global $150 billion issue of theft and Organised Retail Crime by empowering retailers with technology to detect and reduce crime. Originating in New Zealand 13 years ago, Auror partners with major retailers across the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, focusing on connecting people and intelligence to make communities safer. The company embraces AI innovation to enhance detection, customer support, and work processes responsibly.

Role Summary

As a Senior or Staff Software Engineer with a frontend emphasis working within the Risk Detection platform, you will play a pivotal role in developing advanced product experiences that help retailers identify and respond to crime swiftly. The role primarily deals with React and TypeScript frontend development but requires involvement in backend services including APIs and .NET components to solve end-to-end problems.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement sophisticated interfaces within Auror's Risk Detection ecosystem, notably involving Auror Subject Recognition (ASR).
Transform complex alert, identity, and investigation workflows into user-friendly experiences enabling rapid, informed actions.
Engage with Product and Design teams early to influence product decisions with technical insights.
Lead frontend architecture evolution, establishing patterns for state management, data fetching, testing, and performance optimization.
Contribute to backend and service components as needed to deliver holistic solutions.
Participate in technical leadership activities such as design reviews, mentoring, and drafting technical documentation.
Incorporate AI tools judiciously into the development cycle to improve engineering effectiveness.
Enhance reliability, observability, and privacy-conscious design of software especially where sensitive data like biometrics are involved.

Required Skills and Qualities

Proficient in React and TypeScript with experience building complex, maintainable frontend systems.
Strong product-oriented mindset, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Full-stack understanding with familiarity or experience in backend ecosystems like C# and .NET.
Demonstrated technical leadership with the ability to influence across teams or domains.
Architectural acumen considering scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
Effective decision-making balancing immediate delivery and long-term system health.
A passion for high quality encompassing accessibility, security, and operational excellence.
Clear communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
An eagerness to adopt and integrate AI-assisted engineering methods.

About Auror Engineering Culture

Collaborative teamwork focused on rapid, frequent releases with minimal defects.
Cloud-native architecture utilizing Azure services and an evolving service-oriented structure.
Continuous improvement mindset in technology, processes, and team capabilities.
Coaching-oriented environment supporting professional growth.

Inclusivity and Accessibility

Auror fosters an inclusive hiring process valuing diversity across multiple dimensions and offers accommodations to enable applicants to perform optimally during recruitment.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience: $120,000 - $150,000 NZD for IC3 level; $145,000 - $170,000 NZD for IC4.
Annual bonus scheme: up to NZD 3,300 (IC3) or 5,500 (IC4) based on company performance.
Employee share ownership opportunities.
Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance.
Shortened work weeks with Friday afternoons off at full pay.
Comprehensive health and wellness support including wellness days and financial provisions for expert sessions.
Full coverage of premier health insurance premiums.
Generous parental leave policies for all employees from start date.
Support for professional development through educational events and courses.
Regular team social gatherings during work hours.

Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Frontend Focus in Risk Detection