Senior Web Developer (Remote) - in Columbus

Headquarters: Dunedin, New Zealand
URL: http://walkersmith.co.nz

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title

Senior Web Developer

Name

Reports To

Web Development Lead

Department

ICT

Trends Overview

VISION: TRENDS. The Best Promotional supplier in Australasia. Recognised and admired industry wide as the benchmark in innovation, product reliability and print quality, delivery speed and outstanding customer service.

MISSION: As the industry leader, TRENDS will provide our customers with easy, efficient access to a select range of innovative products, superior printing, world class customer service, and the business and technology services necessary to increase their sales and profits.

Job Purpose & Function

Under the guidance of the Web Development Lead, the Senior Web Developer is responsible for the planning and development of web and other technology projects required to support the development of a new business division. This will require contributing to and being involved in the planning and direction of the division, building websites and other business tools according to agreed specifications, prioritising development projects according to the needs of the business, and overseeing suppliers, platforms and technologies required for hosting of company websites.

ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

The role will require close working relationships with the following stakeholders:

• Chief Information Officer
• Web Development Lead
• ICT Department
• Marketing Department
• All other Departments when required
• Third Party solution suppliers, providers, consultants, and subject matter experts as and when required.

KEY RESULT AREAS

The position of Senior Web Developer encompasses the following key result areas:

KRAs

Key Accountabilities

Performance Measures

• Ensure that all web development and associated projects are fully functional and built in accordance with agreed specifications.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement, create project plans and coordinate appropriate solutions.
• Ensure the smooth integration of web development projects that deliver to the needs of the business long-term.

Quality of Work

• Prioritise development projects according to the needs of the business and assign tasks to team members.
• Ensure all web development projects are completed within allocated timeframes.
• Maintain and manage your workload at an acceptable output.

Work Output

Attitude & Culture

• Display a positive and professional attitude toward work, colleagues, and ongoing learning.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving within the team.
• Take ownership and accountability for assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Show commitment to achieving both personal and team goals.
• Contribute positively to team dynamics by being cooperative, solution-focused, and dependable under pressure.

Acts Above the Line

Interpersonal Relationships

• Foster positive and professional working relationships with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Assist and support team members and leaders by sharing knowledge of relevant processes, policies, and tasks.
• Handle inquiries and requests in a professional, accurate, and solution-focused manner.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, team leads, and peers to ensure alignment on goals and expectations.
• Show respect for leadership and team structures by following established protocols and directions.

Acts as a Cooperative Team Member

Communication

• Maintain open and transparent communication with management, team leaders, and colleagues to support smooth workflow and decision-making.
• Clearly convey operational, administrative, or task-related requirements across teams and departments.
• Express ideas, updates, and concerns concisely and professionally in both group settings and one-on-one interactions.

Demonstrates Appropriate and Open Communication

Health & Safety

• Ensure that all company established and Worksafe NZ requirements, policies and practices are complied with.
• Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses and hazards.
• Keep work areas clean and tidy
• Ensure all PPE is worn as required by the company.

Compliance with H&S Expectations

Technical Skills

• Build websites and other business tools according to agreed upon specifications.
• Ensure the efficient and functional development, testing, and maintenance of all web development projects and other ecommerce projects.
• Contribute to and be involved in the planning and direction of the E-commerce division.
• Oversee suppliers, platforms and technologies required for hosting of company websites.
• Research the best technologies and platforms required to build solutions.
• Assist with planning and scoping requirements for web applications and their supporting systems.
• Ensure robust testing of all projects to identify any bugs or fixes required.

Demonstrated Competency and Understanding

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education / Qualifications

• Recognised Qualification in a related field such as Computer Science, Web Development & Design, or ICT, and/or at least 4-years experience in the below areas.

Experience

• Full Stack Development – Significant experience with most of the following technologies: Strong focus and skillset around the Laravel suite and framework, React, TypeScript, InertiaJS, TailwindCSS/UI, Serverless, OOP, MVC, Creating effective test suites, Browser Testing, Performance Monitoring, Load Testing, Effective caching strategies, Database and query optimisation, Modular Monilinth design, custom composer and NPM package development, strong focus on security considerations, continuing growth on AI technologies and patterns, Multi Tenancy and multi environment application development and management, proven track record of integrations with disparate systems across a range of protocols, strong understandingly of the underlying technologies powering the web, Networking experience.
• E-commerce – experience developing complex E-commerce solutions and working with E-commerce platforms and channels.
• Web Development/ Web Project Management - Experience planning and scoping requirements for web applications and supporting systems and effectively managing web development projects from beginning to end in alignment with business requirements.
• Troubleshooting – Considerable experience ensuring robust testing of all projects to identify any bugs or fixes as required.

Key competencies/ Skills

• Time Management Skills – able to complete and self-direct own work to ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
• Programming Skills (Front & Back-End)– Significant experience with most of the following technologies: Strong focus and skillset around the Laravel suite and framework, React, TypeScript, TailwindCSS, Serverless, OOP, MVC, Creating effective test suites, Browser Testing, Performance Monitoring, Load Testing, Effective caching strategies, Database and query optimisation, Modular design, custom composer and NPM package development, strong focus on security considerations, continuing growth on AI technologies and patterns, Multi Tenancy and multi environment application development and management, proven track record of integrations with disparate systems.
• Web Development – Ability to build web applications, services, integrations and APIs in accordance with specifications
• Troubleshooting Skills – high level of competency and skills developed in troubleshooting and identifying bugs and fixes
• Project Management Skills – full range of project management skills inclusive of time-management, costing control and critical thinking.
• Analytical Skills – high level of attention to detail and methodical approach to ensure a functional solution is developed.
• Interpersonal Skills – ability to engage and communicate with a variety of managers, team leaders, and team members to ensure a solution is developed that is functional to the needs of both consumers and business areas involved in its operation.
• Communication Skills – ability to articulate complex information in a clear manner.

VALUES

DAY-TO-DAY BEHAVIOURS

• Ensure that you treat all work colleagues and management with respect.
• Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
• Exercise accurate time keeping.
• Ensure all property is treated with respect and used appropriately.
• Display a positive attitude
• Keep work areas clean and tidy
• Plan the days work as efficiently as possible.
• Exercise effective teamwork by helping others whenever possible

AMENDMENTS TO THE JOB DESCRIPTION

From time to time it may be necessary to consider changes in the job description in response to the changing nature of our work environment – including technological requirements or statutory changes. This Job Description may be reviewed as part of the preparation for performance planning for the annual performance cycle or as required.

NON-LIMITATION CLAUSE

This Job Description is not intended to be a complete or limiting description of the functions that the employee may reasonably be requested to undertake.

ACCEPTANCE

I have read and understood the above position description and accept all the responsibilities incorporated herein.

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Published: 2026-02-02 15:10:52