Senior iOS Developer

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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.

Are you passionate about digital transformation and eager to make a significant impact in the financial sector? BNZ is embarking on an exciting Digital Modernisation programme, and we are looking for a talented Senior iOS Developer to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative initiative that will shape the future of banking in New Zealand. 

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role 

As part of BNZ's Digital Modernisation programme, you will play a crucial role in transforming our digital presence and enhancing customer engagement. This role involves developing and implementing modern technology foundations to build market-leading experiences. You will collaborate with various teams and stakeholders, to deliver connected and unified experiences across digital channels.  

As a Senior iOS Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining BNZ's mobile applications for iOS devices. You will work on creating intuitive and engaging user experiences, ensuring that the apps are performant, secure, and aligned with the overall digital strategy. Your work will contribute to delivering a seamless mobile experience for our customers. 

What is the team culture and environment like?

Our team culture is built on trust, respect, and a friendly, collaborative atmosphere. We believe in open communication, where everyone's voice is heard and valued. It's a supportive environment where we work together to solve problems, rather than individually. We have a shared goal of delivering high-quality products, and we do this by being transparent, helping each other, and celebrating our wins together.

What are some of the responsibilities of this role? 

• Build Scalable iOS Apps: Develop maintainable and performant applications using Swift and Xcode, aligned with platform best practices.
• Collaborate with various teams and stakeholders to define technical requirements and implement high-quality iOS features.
• Design Intuitive Interfaces: Contribute to the design and implementation of accessible, polished user interfaces that follow Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines.
• Maintain Code Quality: Participate in reviews, follow coding standards, and document solutions to ensure a clean, consistent, and scalable codebase.
• Develop and implement modern technology foundations to enhance BNZ's digital presence. 

What will success look like for the candidate in this role? 

Successful candidates will contribute to building a strong foundation with modern technology. This includes:

• Helping to deliver connected, unified experiences that enhance customer engagement and satisfaction. 
• Achieving omnichannel orchestration, led by mobile, and maximise the power of data and personalisation. 
• Your efforts resulting in a seamless and improved digital experience for BNZ customers, with faster and easier navigation and a unified experience across web and mobile platform.

What specific skills and experience would be beneficial for this role? 

This is an opportunity for individuals skilled in iOS app development, with a proven ability to contribute in a collaborative team environment. You will also bring:

• Experience building and maintaining iOS apps using Swift, with familiarity in Objective-C for supporting legacy systems.
• An understanding of the iOS SDK, Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines, and the end-to-end mobile development lifecycle.
• Proficiency with Xcode and Git, along with experience using modern development workflows and common iOS frameworks.
• Experience designing and executing unit, integration, and regression tests using frameworks like XCTest.

What attributes will this person display in order to be successful in this role?  

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams is essential. You will have the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities. Alongside your strong problem-solving skills, you will have a proactive approach to addressing challenges and a passion for driving digital innovation. 

Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand  

Please note that applications close Sunday 2 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.”

Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early.