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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 engineer.
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Auckland
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Senior Software Engineer (Full-Stack) – Full-Time
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Join a powerhouse in the gaming and entertainment industry that values high-performance engineering and creative autonomy. This is a small, elite team where you won’t just be a cog in the machine - your ideas will directly shape a product used by a passionate global community. If you prefer moving fast and shipping code over sitting in endless meetings, this is the environment for you.
The Role:
Are you a Senior Developer who loves building end-to-end? This role offers the opportunity to own key parts of a modern stack, from scalable backend architecture to sleek, intuitive front-end UIs. You will work on everything from infrastructure and API design to high-fidelity MVPs. We are looking for a pragmatic engineer who cares about why they are building, not just what they are building.
Key Requirements:
Experience: 5+ years of delivering modern, scalable web applications.
Frontend: Expert-level skills in React.js and TypeScript.
Backend: Strong experience with backend frameworks (Python/Django is a significant advantage).
API & Data: Proficiency in REST/GraphQL and solid database fundamentals (PostgreSQL/MySQL).
Cloud & DevOps: Hands-on experience with AWS, Terraform (IaC), and Docker.
Workflow: Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and running production systems with high reliability.
Mindset: A mentor-level engineer with a bias toward action and continuous deployment.
On Offer:
Freedom: High level of autonomy and a real voice in technical/product decisions.
Speed: A flexible, fast-moving environment that avoids unnecessary bureaucracy.
Impact: See your code reach real users and have an immediate impact on the product.
How to Apply:
Contact: If you're a Full-Stack Engineer ready for a high-impact challenge, apply now or contact Amaan for more information at 0220607986. Alternatively, you can email amaan.kazmi@randstaddigital.co.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.
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16/02/2026
Senior Software Engineer (Full-Stack) – Full-Time
The Company
Join a powerhouse in the gaming and entertainment industry that values high-performance engineering and creative autonomy. This is a small, elite team where you won’t just be a cog in the machine - your ideas will directly shape a product used by a passionate global community. If you prefer moving fast and shipping code over sitting in endless meetings, this is the environment for you.
The Role:
Are you a Senior Developer who love…..
senior software engineer (full stack).
City:
Auckland
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Senior Software Engineer (Full-Stack) - 6 months Contract - Auckland
The Company
Join a powerhouse in the gaming and entertainment industry that values high-performance engineering and creative autonomy. This is a small, elite team where you won’t just be a cog in the machine - your ideas will directly shape a product used by a passionate global community. If you prefer moving fast and shipping code over sitting in endless meetings, this is the environment for you.
The Role:
Are you a Senior Developer who loves building end-to-end? This role offers the opportunity to own key parts of a modern stack, from scalable backend architecture to sleek, intuitive front-end UIs. You will work on everything from infrastructure and API design to high-fidelity MVPs. We are looking for a pragmatic engineer who cares about why they are building, not just what they are building.
Key Requirements:
Experience: 5+ years of delivering modern, scalable web applications.
Frontend: Expert-level skills in React.js and TypeScript.
Backend: Strong experience with backend frameworks (Python/Django is a significant advantage).
API & Data: Proficiency in REST/GraphQL and solid database fundamentals (PostgreSQL/MySQL).
Cloud & DevOps: Hands-on experience with AWS, Terraform (IaC), and Docker.
Workflow: Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and running production systems with high reliability.
Mindset: A mentor-level engineer with a bias toward action and continuous deployment.
On Offer:
Freedom: High level of autonomy and a real voice in technical/product decisions.
Speed: A flexible, fast-moving environment that avoids unnecessary bureaucracy.
Impact: See your code reach real users and have an immediate impact on the product.
This is a 6 months initial contract with a high chance of extension.
How to Apply:
Contact: If you're a Full-Stack Engineer ready for a high-impact challenge, apply now or contact Amaan for more information at 0220607986. Alternatively, you can email amaan.kazmi@randstaddigital.co.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:
16/02/2026
Senior Software Engineer (Full-Stack) - 6 months Contract - Auckland
The Company
Join a powerhouse in the gaming and entertainment industry that values high-performance engineering and creative autonomy. This is a small, elite team where you won’t just be a cog in the machine - your ideas will directly shape a product used by a passionate global community. If you prefer moving fast and shipping code over sitting in endless meetings, this is the environment for you.
The Role:
Are you a Senior…..
salesforce test engineer (intermediate).
City:
Wellington
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Intermediate Quality engineer with Salesforce Application / Platform experience.
Hands-on functional testing, Automation framework Java, Selenium & REST Assured.
Immediate Contract until 30 June 2026, Wellington based.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is looking for an Intermediate Quality Engineer with a strong background in testing and a proven ability to contribute to the quality of a Salesforce ecosystem.
RESPONSIBILITY
Analysing acceptance criteria to design, prepare, and execute functional and automated tests, prioritising based on risk.
Scripting, running, and maintaining automated tests, developing reusable functions; and suggesting code/framework improvements.
Contributing to test reports, adopting best practices, and continuously improving product quality.
Working in cross-functional teams, applying test-driven and behaviour-driven development.
Demonstrated experience in the application of testing techniques, understanding of context-driven and risk-based testing approaches.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
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Date:
16/02/2026
Intermediate Quality engineer with Salesforce Application / Platform experience.
Hands-on functional testing, Automation framework Java, Selenium & REST Assured.
Immediate Contract until 30 June 2026, Wellington based.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is looking for an Intermediate Quality Engineer with a strong background in testing and a proven ability to contribute to the quality of a Salesforce ecosystem.
RESPONSIBILITY
Analysing acceptance criteria to design, prepare, and execute functional …..