Automation Software Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

This is a featured job

Junior Software Engineer

at Couchdrop

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

Work at a fast paced startup
Collaborative office environment
Solving a hidden but very real problem for global companies

Work at a fast paced startup
Collaborative office environment
Solving a hidden but very real problem for global companies

Junior Full Stack Software Engineer at a leading SaaS startup building data transfer and automation products.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

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This is a featured job

Intermediate Full Stack Software Engineer

at Couchdrop

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$110,000 – $130,000 per year

Work in a fast paced startup environment

Work in a fast paced startup environment

Build software that powers secure global data movement for companies worldwide. Learn fast, ship real features, make an impact.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

Featured

Listed twenty five days ago

Junior Automation Engineer

at PCRN Trials Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

Access to learning, development and career progression
Systems and processes that support high-quality work
Attractive rem with carparking on site

Access to learning, development and career progression
Systems and processes that support high-quality work
Attractive rem with carparking on site

Play an important part in how Momentum Clinical Research and PCRN deliver efficient, scalable clinical trial operations.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

25d ago

Listed eleven days ago

2 x CONTRACT Software Automation Test Engineers (Windows Desktop Apps / AI)

at Sunstone Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$80-$100 p/h 6 month contract+ModOffices+Park+Flex

Solid Automation Tester? Have some scripting experience in JavaScript & C#?
Help contribute to improving automation in FlaUI? Some Playwright?
Collaborative team culture, growing, supportive company get in touch :-)

Solid Automation Tester? Have some scripting experience in JavaScript & C#?
Help contribute to improving automation in FlaUI? Some Playwright?
Collaborative team culture, growing, supportive company get in touch :-)

A stable, growing company is looking for a CONTRACT Automation Engineer? Enjoy working on testing Windows desktop apps? Get in touch with Paul :-)

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Industrial Software Engineer

at PeopleLogic

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$90k-$120k

Software-first approach: Beckhoff PLCs, Ignition Perspective HMI, OO design
Build highly reusable, modular code that shortens commissioning
Occasional commissioning trips to NZ and Australian sites

Software-first approach: Beckhoff PLCs, Ignition Perspective HMI, OO design
Build highly reusable, modular code that shortens commissioning
Occasional commissioning trips to NZ and Australian sites

A rare blend of industrial automation and modern software engineering. Join a tight-knit team redefining how industrial plants are controlled.

Recruited byDavid Milmine

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

Al/Workflow Automation Assistant

at Ray White Mt Eden

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland

Help shape the future of a high-performing real estate business
Fast-paced, innovative environment with real growth opportunities
Opportunity to build and implement real AI-driven systems

Help shape the future of a high-performing real estate business
Fast-paced, innovative environment with real growth opportunities
Opportunity to build and implement real AI-driven systems

AI and automation-focused role helping modernise workflows, systems, and technology inside a fast-growing real estate business.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

10d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Test Engineer

at Medtech Global

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$100,000 – $130,000 per year

Test software that touches real patients. At Medtech, your quality work protects the tools NZ clinicians trust every single day.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

22d ago

Listed four days ago

Lead Software Engineer - AI & Automation

at First Focus IT P/L

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Up to $170k + Kiwisaver + 10 days paid training

Hybrid work | Regular working hours | Flexible leave options | High-end office
Paid training days | Specialised training | Mentoring
Referral bonus | Promote from within | AI forwards business (really!)

Hybrid work | Regular working hours | Flexible leave options | High-end office
Paid training days | Specialised training | Mentoring
Referral bonus | Promote from within | AI forwards business (really!)

Build practical AI tools people actually use, with real ownership, smart teammates, and no innovation theatre. Auckland, this one’s good. Apply today!

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Junior Software Engineer

at Couchdrop

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

Work at a fast paced startup
Collaborative office environment
Solving a hidden but very real problem for global companies

Work at a fast paced startup
Collaborative office environment
Solving a hidden but very real problem for global companies

Junior Full Stack Software Engineer at a leading SaaS startup building data transfer and automation products.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Outbound Sales Consultant – AI Employees & Automation | $110k–$150k OTE

at THE AI STUDIO LTD

This is a Full time job

Ponsonby, Auckland(Remote)

$65k–$75k Base + $110k–$150k OTE

Sell AI employees & automation across NZ/AU. Remote-first role. $65k-$75k base, uncapped commission, $110k-$150k+ OTE. Fast-growth AI company. Join us

subClassification: Sales Representatives/ConsultantsSales Representatives/Consultants

classification: Sales(Sales)

12d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Automation Engineer (Int-Snr) Ignition

at PeopleLogic

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$70k to $140k + paid overtime

Two roles: one junior, one intermediate to senior
You decide how much you travel, and earn accordingly
Established systems integrator where people enjoy working

Two roles: one junior, one intermediate to senior
You decide how much you travel, and earn accordingly
Established systems integrator where people enjoy working

Two roles. PLC, SCADA, and HMI work. Control your own travel. Bay of Plenty and Auckland projects.

Recruited byDavid Milmine

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed one day ago

Intermediate Full Stack Software Engineer

at Couchdrop

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$110,000 – $130,000 per year

Work in a fast paced startup environment

Work in a fast paced startup environment

Build software that powers secure global data movement for companies worldwide. Learn fast, ship real features, make an impact.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Test Automation Engineers - Salesforce & Enterprise Integration

at TalentNow!

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Join a leading consultancy working across multiple iconic companies.
Stable permanent roles, based in Auckland.
Agile delivery and engineering culture.

Join a leading consultancy working across multiple iconic companies.
Stable permanent roles, based in Auckland.
Agile delivery and engineering culture.

Test Automation Engineer wanted for enterprise Salesforce, API & cloud transformation programme in Auckland's financial services sector.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Automation & Controls Engineer

at Caliber Design Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Hourly Rate + Overtime

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great colleagues.

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great colleagues.

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our client's projects across a diverse range of industries.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Automation Engineer

at Vitaco Health Group

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Staff discounts on products such as Musashi, Healtheries, Nutra‑Life & Athena
Subsidised on-site café
Competitive salary with annual review, plus paid birthday leave

Staff discounts on products such as Musashi, Healtheries, Nutra‑Life & Athena
Subsidised on-site café
Competitive salary with annual review, plus paid birthday leave

Design, improve and support the automation systems that keep our manufacturing running smoothly.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Intermediate QA Engineer (Automation Focus)

at Aderant

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland(Hybrid)

Hiring an Intermediate QA Engineer with strong test automation and CI/CD experience using Playwright and modern web technologies.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

IT Systems and Automation Engineer

at Genera Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Hands-on role across infrastructure, support and automation
Deliver practical, business-wide improvements through systems and automation
Support NZ & Australian biosecurity as part of a small, high-impact IT team

Hands-on role across infrastructure, support and automation
Deliver practical, business-wide improvements through systems and automation
Support NZ & Australian biosecurity as part of a small, high-impact IT team

IT Systems & Automation Engineer across infrastructure, Microsoft 365 and automation, improving how systems, processes and day-to-day operations work.

subClassification: Networks & Systems AdministrationNetworks & Systems Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Graduate Integration Engineer

at Daifuku Oceania

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland

Varied graduate role in automation and integration
Hands on exposure to automation, controls and system integration projects
Travel to NZ and international project sites

Varied graduate role in automation and integration
Hands on exposure to automation, controls and system integration projects
Travel to NZ and international project sites

We're looking for a motivated Graduate Integration Engineer with confidence communicating with customers and interest in travelling to project sites.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Junior Quality Assurance & Control Engineer

at Robotics Plus

This is a Full time job

Tauriko, Bay of Plenty

Work hands‑on with cutting‑edge robotics
Learn and grow alongside an experienced, supportive team
Modern facilities, strong wellbeing focus

Work hands‑on with cutting‑edge robotics
Learn and grow alongside an experienced, supportive team
Modern facilities, strong wellbeing focus

Support quality and compliance from supplier through production, for an innovative ag-tech company here in NZ

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

22d ago

Listed seven days ago

AI and Automation Coordinator

at Integrated Maintenance Group

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

IMG is seeking a motivated and tech-driven AI & Automation Coordinator to help drive smarter ways of working across the business.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed nine days ago

Project Engineer - Electrical & Controls

at Mitech Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Work with leading manufacturers in NZ
Multidisciplinary hands on role, with design, electrical and programming aspects
Collaborative team environment

Work with leading manufacturers in NZ
Multidisciplinary hands on role, with design, electrical and programming aspects
Collaborative team environment

Project Engineer-Electrical Controls- automation of coding & vision solutions for some of the most innovative manufacturing facilities in NZ

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Automation & Control Systems Trainee

at Switchbuild Ltd

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Training from experienced engineers
Career in a growing industry
Diverse industrial projects and modern tools

Training from experienced engineers
Career in a growing industry
Diverse industrial projects and modern tools

Learn from a skilled team while building real automation projects, gaining hands-on PLC/SCADA experience with strong mentoring and career growth.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed four days ago

Lead Software Engineer - AI & Automation

at First Focus IT P/L

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Up to $170k + Kiwisaver + 10 days paid training

Hybrid work | Regular working hours | Flexible leave options | High-end office
Paid training days | Specialised training | Mentoring
Referral bonus | Promote from within | AI forwards business (really!)

Hybrid work | Regular working hours | Flexible leave options | High-end office
Paid training days | Specialised training | Mentoring
Referral bonus | Promote from within | AI forwards business (really!)

Build practical AI tools people actually use, with real ownership, smart teammates, and no innovation theatre. Wellington, this one’s sharp. Apply now

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Automation Engineer

at Leaderbrand Produce Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

$100,000 – $117,000 per year

Hands-on automation role working with modern PLC and SCADA systems
Make a real impact on plant reliability and continuous improvement
Join a leading NZ food producer with strong team culture and stability

Hands-on automation role working with modern PLC and SCADA systems
Make a real impact on plant reliability and continuous improvement
Join a leading NZ food producer with strong team culture and stability

Help shape the reliability of modern food production by applying your PLC and SCADA expertise in a hands-on Automation Engineer role at LeaderBrand.

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior Developer — Backend, Automation & AI

at Morgan Project Services (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$115,000 – $125,000 per year

12 month fixed term contract
Ideal for curious builders who enjoy technology beyond work
Variety of projects rather than repetitive work

12 month fixed term contract
Ideal for curious builders who enjoy technology beyond work
Variety of projects rather than repetitive work

Experienced backend role focused on AI, automation, integrations, and modernising business systems across real workflows. 12 month fixed term!

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Test Automation Engineer - Playwright

at Evolve Recruitment Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Designing, building and executing Playwright automation
API and integration testing across complex systems and workflows
Auckland location with hybrid working

Designing, building and executing Playwright automation
API and integration testing across complex systems and workflows
Auckland location with hybrid working

Work for a large-scale New Zealand organisation currently investing heavily in modern technology, digital platforms and customer experience.

Recruited byLouise Hickey

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior QA Engineer

at AMLHUB Limited

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland(Hybrid)

$80 – $100 per hour

We’re looking for a QA Engineer to help us deliver reliable, high-quality web and mobile applications at AMLHUB.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Data & Automation Analyst

at Stantec New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland(Hybrid)

Expand your career in a leading global engineering consulting company
Be a part of a team of experienced & knowledgeable technical experts
Competitive salary + flexible working arrangements + benefits package

Expand your career in a leading global engineering consulting company
Be a part of a team of experienced & knowledgeable technical experts
Competitive salary + flexible working arrangements + benefits package

A fantastic opportunity to join our growing team!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

ACCOUNTS / INVOICING ADMINISTRATOR

at Trilect Services Ltd

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$70,000 – $90,000 per year

At Trilect, a great invoicing administrator is critical — turning completed work into accurate, billable outcomes through accountability and teamwork.

subClassification: Accounts Officers/ClerksAccounts Officers/Clerks

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

17d ago

Listed ten days ago