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About the IT Industry in New Zealand
IT and Communications is the fastest growing sector in New Zealand, consistently earning IT professionals double the income of the national average. New Zealand’s reputation for innovation and our growing international profile has attracted steady overseas investment, while the New Zealand ICT sector’s investment into research and development is by far the highest of all sectors.
The number of IT firms and employees has also shown significant annual growth country-wide. The highest concentration of IT firms and jobs is in Wellington, where Computer Systems Design makes up 3.5% of all Wellington firms, and 5.7% of Wellington’s employment. Auckland and Canterbury also have high numbers of firms and employment in this area.
Alongside technological advancements, we have seen small and large companies alike transition to digital platforms.
Almost everything can be done online now, from banking to booking a haircut. The economy is becoming increasingly digital, so even companies that are not in the IT industry require skilled professionals to keep their technology functioning and up to date, and to keep their customers happy. The demand for digital skills is high across the whole economy.
Demand for Skills in the IT Sector
As the economy continues to be digitised, job vacancies in computer system designs have become harder to fill than those in any other sector. In the latest MBIE report on the sector, employers cited that applicants with professional, technical, and computer skills were the hardest to recruit.
Demand for IT Services Professionals
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ICT Sales Professionals
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ICT Managers
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Computer Network Professionals
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ITC Support and Test Engineers
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Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists
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ICT Business and Systems Analysts
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Electronic Engineers
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Multimedia Specialists and Web Developers
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Web Designers
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ICT Support Technicians
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ICT Trainers
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Software and Applications Programmers
New Zealand Visas for IT Professionals
Because of the difficulty in filling IT related job vacancies, we have also seen an increase in visa approval for individuals who have skills in these areas. In 2015/16, work visas approved for software programmers, technicians, multimedia specialists, and web developers made up 62% of the total approved for IT occupations.
Industry Snapshots
29,700 - Number of people employed in NZ’s ICT sector
24,000 - New jobs created between 2006-2016
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Senior Software Developer – Java
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Auckland
Job Type:
Permanent
Date:
6/11/2025
Work on high-performance, low-latency systems using cutting-edge technologies like blockchain and AWS
Collaborate across rotating teams to gain deep knowledge of a diverse codebase
Enjoy a quality-driven, test-first culture with strong support for learning and growth
Join a collaborative development team tackling complex technical challenges and building high-performance, low-latency software. You’ll work across diverse projects—from trading systems and blockchain integrations to analytics to
Business Intelligence Developer - 12 month fixed term contract
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Posted on 07/11/2025
We are seeking a Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to join a leading retail business for a 12-month fixed-term position focused on project delivery. In this role, you will collaborate with multiple teams to extend the SQL data warehouse, enhance r…..
Business Intelligence Developer - 12 month fixed term contract
City:
Job Type:
Date:
Posted on 07/11/2025
We are seeking a Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to join a leading retail business for a 12-month fixed-term position focused on project delivery. In this role, you will collaborate with multiple teams to extend the SQL data warehouse, enhance r…..
test automation engineer.
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Test Automation Engineer (Playwright, C#, GraphQL & Microservices) - Contract
Join a leading enterprise as a Senior Automation Tester for a critical, fast-paced delivery phase. We are seeking a highly specialized and immediate contributor who is proficient in modern automation tools, particularly Playwright and GraphQL. This role involves collaborative technical testing across both mobile and web platforms, working closely with Australian counterparts. If you excel in a high-velocity environment where immediate contribution is expected, this contract is for you.
Key Responsibilities & Focus
The successful candidate will be a hands-on technical tester, responsible for designing, developing, and executing high-performance automation scripts in a rapid delivery environment.
Design and implement robust Playwright scripts for testing complex web and mobile applications.
Conduct critical testing of GraphQL APIs, demonstrating deep knowledge of API interaction and data structures.
Engage in fast-paced, high-quality technical testing required for an ongoing delivery phase.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional development and QA teams, including those based in Australia.
Ensure test coverage across both mobile and web platforms.
What You'll Bring
Playwright Experience: Proven, recent hands-on experience with Playwright is required.
GraphQL Knowledge: Commercial experience testing and consuming GraphQL APIs is a must-have.
Backend Development/Testing Skill: Practical experience coding in a modern language like C# (or Java) to build tools and perform Integration/Contract Testing against Microservices architectures.
Technical Testing: Demonstrated ability to perform complex, technical testing, not just functional UI automation.
Fast-Paced Delivery: Experience succeeding in high-pressure, fast-delivery environments with a minimal ramp-up time.
Mobile & Web: Experience automating tests for both mobile and web applications.
Collaboration: Ability to collaborate seamlessly with Australian (AU) teams.
Location & Engagement
Location: Auckland
Engagement: initial 6 months contract with a chance of extension
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Date:
14/11/2025
Test Automation Engineer (Playwright, C#, GraphQL & Microservices) - Contract
Join a leading enterprise as a Senior Automation Tester for a critical, fast-paced delivery phase. We are seeking a highly specialized and immediate contributor who is proficient in modern automation tools, particularly Playwright and GraphQL. This role involves collaborative technical testing across both mobile and web platforms, working closely with Australian counterparts. If you excel in a high-velocity environmen…..