Senior Engineer - AI Workflows

Xero1 weeks ago

Location

NZ: Auckland: Xero 4 (96 St Georges Bay Rd, Level 2 & 3)

Type

Full Time

Salary

NZD 150,000 – 220,000

Level

Senior

Role

Senior Engineer

Posted

May 6, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

A senior-level engineering role at Xero focused on developing and operationalizing AI-driven workflow solutions. The role involves embedding with internal teams to design intelligent automation, create AI agents, and build reusable patterns that transform how the organization leverages artificial intelligence across enterprise platforms.

What you'll do

AI Workflow Design: Design and iterate on AI agents and workflow orchestrations using cutting-edge AI tools like Claude, Gemini, and MCP

Enterprise Integration: Integrate AI systems with core enterprise platforms including Salesforce, Workday, Slack, and NetSuite

Automation Patterns: Develop reusable automation patterns and shared templates for future AI Centre of Excellence

Performance Monitoring: Build evaluation and monitoring frameworks to measure AI workflow performance and ensure safety

Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with non-technical stakeholders to translate business challenges into technical solution designs

What we look for

Technical

Programming LanguagesProficiency in Python or TypeScript, with ability to work with SDKs and webhooks

AI TechnologiesHands-on experience with AI-driven solutions, agents, copilots, or RAG systems using LLMs like Claude or Gemini

Cloud InfrastructureExperience in building and operating applications within production environments, with strong API and cloud infrastructure skills

Education

Technical DegreeBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred

Experience

AI Solution DeliveryProven track record of designing and implementing AI-driven workflow solutions

Enterprise IntegrationExperience integrating complex systems and platforms

Skills

Required skills

Systems ThinkingAbility to design secure, auditable AI agents with controlled impact

Technical CommunicationStrong skills in explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have

AI EthicsUnderstanding of responsible AI development and deployment practices

CoachingExperience in uplifting team's technical capabilities through workshops and pair programming

Compensation & benefits

Salary

NZD 150,000 – 220,000 (annual)

Benefits

Hybrid Work

Flexible work arrangement with option to work from home and collaborative office days

Professional Development

Opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI technologies and innovative workflow solutions

Team Culture

Collaborative environment focused on rapid experimentation and innovative problem-solving

Interview process

1
Initial Screening — Review of application and initial technical background assessment
2
Technical Interview — In-depth discussion of AI workflow design, technical experience, and problem-solving approach
3
Practical Challenge — Hands-on technical assessment involving AI workflow design or integration scenario
4
Leadership Interview — Meeting with team leaders to assess cultural fit and strategic thinking
5
Final Offer — Comprehensive offer discussion including compensation and role expectations