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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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City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Technical Business Analyst - Contract Opportunity
A critical 6-month contract role is open for a Technical Business Analyst to join a core Platform Team within a leading enterprise. This role focuses on defining technical requirements for foundational services, APIs, and microservices supporting customer-facing products.
Role Details
Position: Technical Business Analyst
Core Focus: Defining non-functional and functional requirements for underlying technology platforms and integration layers.
Industry Expertise: Essential experience with APIs, microservices, cloud platforms, or complex backend systems in high-transaction environments.
Technical Stack: Strong proficiency in SQL, JSON/XML, Postman (or similar API testing tools), and extensive experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Familiarity with JIRA is expected.
Key Responsibilities
Work with Software Architects and Engineers to document platform requirements and specifications.
Map and document complex system-to-system integrations and data flows.
Translate technical debt and platform improvements into clear, prioritised user stories.
Support testing and deployment activities for platform releases.
What's On Offer
Contract Duration: Initial 6-month contract with strong potential for extension.
Remuneration: Competitive contract rates.
Location: Auckland, NZ – Hybrid role (2-3 days in office, remainder WFH).
Start Date: Full-time (40 hours/week), ASAP.
How to Apply
Apply via the link or contact Amaan Kazmi directly for more information. Valid NZ working rights are required.
Email: amaan.kazmi@randstaddigital.co.nz
Phone: 0220607986
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Date:
14/11/2025
Technical Business Analyst - Contract Opportunity
A critical 6-month contract role is open for a Technical Business Analyst to join a core Platform Team within a leading enterprise. This role focuses on defining technical requirements for foundational services, APIs, and microservices supporting customer-facing products.
Role Details
Position: Technical Business Analyst
Core Focus: Defining non-functional and functional requirements for underlying technology platforms and integration layers.…..
Salesforce Functional Consultant
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Permanent
Date:
6/11/2025
Shape Salesforce strategy by designing scalable, user-friendly CRM solutions that drive business success
Collaborate across global teams to align technology with customer experience and operational goals
Enjoy a dynamic role with growth potential, continuous learning, and influence over digital transformation initiatives
We’re seeking a skilled and proactive CRM Functional Consultant to lead the effective adoption and optimisation of Salesforce across business units. This role is pivotal in a
data architect.
City:
Wellington
Job Type:
Successful applicants will have…
12+ years of experience in IT with at least 5+ years in data architecture, data engineering or solution design roles.
Proven experience architecting Snowflake-based data solutions, including warehouse and data lake architectures.
Strong background in data modelling, database design and data warehousing principles.
Deep understanding of data governance, metadata management, data lineage and data quality frameworks.
Proficiency in SQL and data transformation frameworks (e.g., dbt, Spark).
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and integration with Snowflake.
Strong knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT design, and modern data architecture patterns (e.g., medallion, lakehouse).
Familiarity with advanced analytics, AI/ML enablement, and data visualisation ecosystems.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills– able to translate complex architecture concepts into business language
Skilled in workshopping & requirements gathering.
A pragmatic, growth-minded problem solver who values simplicity and business outcomes over over-engineering.
Snowflake certifications or equivalent cloud data certifications are highly desirable.
Must be based in Wellington and able to work in the office 5 days per week.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Date:
14/11/2025
Successful applicants will have…
12+ years of experience in IT with at least 5+ years in data architecture, data engineering or solution design roles.
Proven experience architecting Snowflake-based data solutions, including warehouse and data lake architectures.
Strong background in data modelling, database design and data warehousing principles.
Deep understanding of data governance, metadata management, data lineage and data quality frameworks.
Proficiency in SQL and data transformation f…..
senior systems engineer.
City:
Job Type:
Senior Systems Engineer - Waikato
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and immediately available Senior Systems Engineer to join a key enterprise team in the Waikato region.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for supporting and implementing critical infrastructure for high reliability, including:
Implementing and supporting Microsoft Server OS, Desktop OS, and cloud services (Office365, Azure, AWS).
Providing hardware support for data center infrastructure (e.g., Cisco, HP, DELL, NetApp).
Troubleshooting complex technical faults and resolving problems.
Implementing new systems and infrastructure components.
Monitoring infrastructure systems (e.g., backups) and managing system capacity.
Maintaining accurate and timely documentation.
Requirements – The Technical Foundation
We require proven experience in medium to large-scale projects and a strong foundation in enterprise systems.
Essential Skills
One major certification is essential (e.g., MSP, MCSE, CNE, VCP, Cisco Certification).
Proficiency with Microsoft OS, desktop, and cloud services (Office365, Azure, AWS).
Strong understanding of desktop, server, and network connections.
Expertise in Core Microsoft technologies (AD, DNS, DHCP, Printing).
Proficiency in Virtualization (VMWare, Hyper-V) and Storage (SAN, DAS, NAS).
Experience with Data protection tools (Veeam, Commvault, ASR, etc.).
Skills in Windows deployment, patching, and PowerShell scripting.
Familiarity with Microsoft applications (Exchange, SQL, SharePoint) and monitoring tools (SCCM, SCOM).
Contract Details
Duration: 6-month fixed-term contract (FTC).
Salary: upto $130K annually (pro-rata).
Location: Morrinsville (Hybrid: 2 days onsite / 3 days remote).
Apply Now
If you are a Senior Systems Engineer available immediately for this Waikato-based hybrid contract, apply now or contact Amaan for more details: call on 0220607986 or email at amaan.kazmi@randstaddigital.nz.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Date:
14/11/2025
Senior Systems Engineer - Waikato
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and immediately available Senior Systems Engineer to join a key enterprise team in the Waikato region.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for supporting and implementing critical infrastructure for high reliability, including:
Implementing and supporting Microsoft Server OS, Desktop OS, and cloud services (Office365, Azure, AWS).
Providing hardware support for data center infrastructure (e.g., Cisco…..