Technical Lead

About Meridian Energy

Meridian Energy is New Zealand's leading renewable electricity producer, generating all its power from natural sources like wind, water, and solar energy. Together with the Powershop brand, it supplies electricity to over 400,000 customers spanning homes, farms, and businesses across the country.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Technical Lead to provide hands-on leadership within multi-disciplinary squads, delivering secure, scalable technology solutions that generate value for Meridian. You will guide solution design, ensure quality in implementation, and collaborate closely with teams to achieve exceptional end-to-end results. Your expertise will also support business units by providing solution architecture, integration assistance, vendor review, incident management, and ongoing platform support.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical efforts across cross-functional teams.
• Design, develop, and integrate innovative technical solutions.
• Implement secure, scalable, and high-quality systems.
• Adopt and promote modern engineering methodologies and standards.
• Manage operational handovers ensuring smooth transitions.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and participate in communities of practice.
• Respond promptly to high-priority incidents.
• Maintain and support existing platforms and systems daily.

Candidate Profile & Experience

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical acumen along with excellent collaboration and problem-solving abilities. Experience is expected in:

• Modern engineering best practices including cloud computing, DevOps, automation, and secure architecture.
• Enterprise and corporate-level solution architecture design.
• Knowledge of corporate systems and integration platforms such as Oracle, Maximo, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, DataBricks, and SQL Server is advantageous.
• Development and maintenance of business logic automations.
• Evaluating and reviewing vendor-supplied technology solutions.
• Ensuring solutions are scalable, testable, and maintainable.
• Resolving complex technical issues with practical outcomes.
• Working efficiently within collaborative, cross-functional teams.
• Communicating technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Engagement in continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and competence building.
• Utilizing modern documentation approaches.
• Thriving in fast-paced, team-oriented environments.

Additional Information & Benefits

We prioritize work-life balance offering flexible working arrangements including work-from-home options where suitable. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Competitive salary packages reviewed annually with performance incentives.
• Access to Southern Cross Healthcare wellbeing insurance for eligible employees.
• Enhanced leave entitlements including company-paid days during holidays and additional parental leave options.
• Life, trauma, and income protection insurance coverage.
• Boosted KiwiSaver retirement contributions.
• Participation in Meridian's employee share scheme.
• Excellent opportunities for learning and professional growth.
• Award-winning wellness programs that provide support as needed.
• Discounts on power bills with Meridian.
• A one-off payment of $400 to support home office setup, if necessary.

Why Choose Meridian?

At Meridian, energy symbolizes the life force connecting people and their surroundings. By joining us, you support environmental guardianship, empower communities to thrive, and contribute to a sustainable future. We foster a culture where boldness, curiosity, authenticity, integrity, and purpose flourish. Diversity and inclusion are core values here; we welcome all backgrounds and experiences, including those with disabilities, diverse health needs, and neurodiversity. Our workplace culture prizes support, fun, and celebrating success together.

Application Notes

We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every listed criterion, valuing potential and passion highly. The recruitment deadline is 20 October 2026, subject to change. For accessibility or process support, please contact us directly.