Java Python Government & Defence Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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GIS Specialist

at Taranaki Regional Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Stratford, Taranaki

$79,091 - $93,048 per annum, including KiwiSaver

Active social club
Onsite gym
Flexible working options

Active social club
Onsite gym
Flexible working options

We have an exciting opportunity for a GIS Specialist to join our Data & GIS team and support our Land Management functions.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Digital Portfolio Lead

at New Plymouth District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Join an organisation that will support and develop your career!
Hands-on leadership role
Five weeks annual leave plus birthday leave

Join an organisation that will support and develop your career!
Hands-on leadership role
Five weeks annual leave plus birthday leave

We're seeking an experienced Digital Portfolio Lead to join our Digital Enablement leadership team on a 3-year fixed-term contract.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

Featured

Listed thirteen days ago

GRI Geospatial Software Developer Research Assistant

at University of Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work at our beautiful campus, offering great facilities and services
Join a successful, collaborative and supportive work environment

Work at our beautiful campus, offering great facilities and services
Join a successful, collaborative and supportive work environment

Are you passionate about building innovative software that helps solve real-world challenges?

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

13d ago

Listed ten days ago

Data Analyst / Senior Data Analyst

at Commerce Commission

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$91,432 - $134,499 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver

Champion the development and implementation of new data processes
Support the development of data capability
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Champion the development and implementation of new data processes
Support the development of data capability
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Join our team and be a catalyst for transparency in infrastructure performance!

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Data Analyst / Senior Data Analyst

at Commerce Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$91,432 - $134,499 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver

Champion the development and implementation of new data processes
Support the development of data capability
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Champion the development and implementation of new data processes
Support the development of data capability
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Join our team and be a catalyst for transparency in infrastructure performance!

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

GIS Specialist

at Taranaki Regional Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Stratford, Taranaki

$79,091 - $93,048 per annum, including KiwiSaver

Active social club
Onsite gym
Flexible working options

Active social club
Onsite gym
Flexible working options

We have an exciting opportunity for a GIS Specialist to join our Data & GIS team and support our Land Management functions.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Data Analyst

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Permanent, Wellington based position
Turn data into insights that drive better business decisions
Help shape strategy through analysis and reporting

Permanent, Wellington based position
Turn data into insights that drive better business decisions
Help shape strategy through analysis and reporting

Make a difference with data that shapes New Zealand's forests

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Analyst, Economic Data & Analysis

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$76,463 to $101,967

Use economic thinking and data analysis to influence policy and economic growth
Partner with experienced economic analysts to grow and develop as an analyst
Career development and internal opportunities across the organisation

Use economic thinking and data analysis to influence policy and economic growth
Partner with experienced economic analysts to grow and develop as an analyst
Career development and internal opportunities across the organisation

Contribute to economic thinking and use data-driven insights to drive growth in New Zealand's primary sector, increasing productivity & sustainability

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Analyst/Senior Analyst

at Commerce Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$91,432 - $134,502 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver

Shape telecom regulation and improve outcomes for NZ consumers
Blend data analysis, insights & compliance in a fast-moving industry
Flexible working | Central city locations | Competitive salary and benefits

Shape telecom regulation and improve outcomes for NZ consumers
Blend data analysis, insights & compliance in a fast-moving industry
Flexible working | Central city locations | Competitive salary and benefits

Use your analytical and regulatory skills to influence a critical industry and deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Pouako/Lecturer - Te Kura Mātai Rorohiko|Computer Science

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 – $112,730 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Te Kura Mātai Rorohiko | School of Computer Science is currently looking for an early-career or emerging academic of Māori whakapapa

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Data Analyst

at Stats NZ

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead analytical thinking and lift capability across teams
Analyse complex data using R, Python, or SQL to deliver real insights
Salary range: $97,270 - $131,601 + kiwisaver

Lead analytical thinking and lift capability across teams
Analyse complex data using R, Python, or SQL to deliver real insights
Salary range: $97,270 - $131,601 + kiwisaver

Choose Stats NZ to continue building a career that truly matters.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior DevOps Engineer

at Inland Revenue

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Preferable Wellington based
Permanent role
Cloud Operations

Preferable Wellington based
Permanent role
Cloud Operations

Extensive experience in IT infrastructure and operations, with a focus on cloud technologies.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

2d ago

Listed five days ago

AI Delivery Lead

at Tertiary Education Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

from $125,813 up to $148,015 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver

A range of benefits including flexible working options
Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme
Three additional (TEC Days) leave days

A range of benefits including flexible working options
Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme
Three additional (TEC Days) leave days

Work across business and technical teams to shape AI use cases, define requirements, and support governance-led prioritisation and delivery.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Analyst/Senior Analyst

at Commerce Commission

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$91,432 - $134,502 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver

Shape telecom regulation and improve outcomes for NZ consumers
Blend data analysis, insights & compliance in a fast-moving industry
Flexible working | Central city locations | Competitive salary and benefits

Shape telecom regulation and improve outcomes for NZ consumers
Blend data analysis, insights & compliance in a fast-moving industry
Flexible working | Central city locations | Competitive salary and benefits

Use your analytical and regulatory skills to influence a critical industry and deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Data Analyst

at Stats NZ

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Lead analytical thinking and lift capability across teams
Analyse complex data using R, Python, or SQL to deliver real insights
Salary range: $97,270 - $131,601 + kiwisaver

Lead analytical thinking and lift capability across teams
Analyse complex data using R, Python, or SQL to deliver real insights
Salary range: $97,270 - $131,601 + kiwisaver

Choose Stats NZ to continue building a career that truly matters.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Professional Teaching Fellow -Te Kura Tatauranga |Department of Statistics

at The University of Auckland

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$107,016 – $117,208 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

We are currently looking for a Professional Teaching Fellow in Data Science to join our Statistics department

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Data Analyst

at Stats NZ

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Lead analytical thinking and lift capability across teams
Analyse complex data using R, Python, or SQL to deliver real insights
Salary range: $97,270 - $131,601 + kiwisaver

Lead analytical thinking and lift capability across teams
Analyse complex data using R, Python, or SQL to deliver real insights
Salary range: $97,270 - $131,601 + kiwisaver

Choose Stats NZ to continue building a career that truly matters.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Analyst, Built Environment and Energy Transition

at Climate Change Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Full time, permanent position
Energy and transport expertise delivering on of Climate Change Response Act
Flexible and inclusive working practices

Full time, permanent position
Energy and transport expertise delivering on of Climate Change Response Act
Flexible and inclusive working practices

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated quantitative analyst or modeller to join us as an Analyst

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Design Analysts & Insights Analysts | Kaitātari Hoahoa & Māramatanga

at Stats NZ

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Salary: $84,027 to $98,855 + Kiwisaver

Balance life and work commitments 37.5-hour work week
3 extra annual leave days during Christmas
Use your passion for data to improve the lives of people in Aotearoa

Balance life and work commitments 37.5-hour work week
3 extra annual leave days during Christmas
Use your passion for data to improve the lives of people in Aotearoa

Use your passion for data to improve the lives of people in Aotearoa! Multiple permanent & fixed-term roles available across our Macroeconomic branch.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Design Analysts & Insights Analysts | Kaitātari Hoahoa & Māramatanga

at Stats NZ

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Salary: $84,027 to $98,855 + Kiwisaver

Balance life and work commitments 37.5-hour work week
3 extra annual leave days during Christmas
Use your passion for data to improve the lives of people in Aotearoa

Balance life and work commitments 37.5-hour work week
3 extra annual leave days during Christmas
Use your passion for data to improve the lives of people in Aotearoa

Use your passion for data to improve the lives of people in Aotearoa! Multiple permanent & fixed-term roles available across our Macroeconomic branch.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Analyst

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$100,934 to $135,076

Use data to shape primary sector policy and insights
Work with farm data to deliver benchmarking and models
Wellington City

Use data to shape primary sector policy and insights
Work with farm data to deliver benchmarking and models
Wellington City

Deliver data insights, model farm performance, inform policy, and engage with stakeholders across the primary sector

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Analyst Tester | Kaiwhakamātau Kaitātari Matua – Tātari

at Stats NZ

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Work in our brand new 6-star green building in Wellington
37.5 hours per week
Lead the planning and execution of functional and non-‑functional testing

Work in our brand new 6-star green building in Wellington
37.5 hours per week
Lead the planning and execution of functional and non-‑functional testing

Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes, About Aotearoa, for Aotearoa – data that improves lives today and for generations to come.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

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

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Technical Delivery Lead

at Tertiary Education Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

from $125,813 up to $148,015 + 3.5% KiwiSaver

Three additional (TEC Days) leave days
A range of benefits including flexible working options and a wellness programme
Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme

Three additional (TEC Days) leave days
A range of benefits including flexible working options and a wellness programme
Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme

This is a great opportunity to get involved and bridge the gap between business stakeholders and TEC's technical teams.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Commercial & Systems Transformation Lead (6-month contract)

at Parliamentary Service

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

6-Month full time contract engagement, Wellington CBD.
High-impact transformation role with strong visibility.
Join a dynamic team where high energy, pace & impact go hand-in-hand.

6-Month full time contract engagement, Wellington CBD.
High-impact transformation role with strong visibility.
Join a dynamic team where high energy, pace & impact go hand-in-hand.

6-Month contract to review, redesign and improve reporting, costing and pricing across a complex hospitality and events operation.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

11d ago

Listed three days ago

Performance and Reporting Analyst - Wellington

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$90,743 to $109,980

Make numbers matter – monitor performance, lift outcomes
Analyse data, create dashboards, influence action
Thrive in a dynamic team in a permanent role

Make numbers matter – monitor performance, lift outcomes
Analyse data, create dashboards, influence action
Thrive in a dynamic team in a permanent role

We are looking for an Analyst to support the ministry by proactively monitoring performance and creating capacity for improvement.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Research Scientist/Engineer - Autonomous Systems

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Devonport, Auckland

Collaborate with specialist research teams & international partners
Develop DST’s experimental drone platforms and payloads
Devonport role; flexible working options, free on-site parking & gym

Collaborate with specialist research teams & international partners
Develop DST’s experimental drone platforms and payloads
Devonport role; flexible working options, free on-site parking & gym

Rare opportunity to apply your skills to real‑world defence challenges involving uncrewed autonomous systems (drones)

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Analyst Insights and Modelling

at Ministry of Health

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Midpoint of $106,849 dependent on experience

Wellington based | Full-time | Permanent
4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness allowance after 12 months
Apply your statistical or economic modelling and data analysis experience

Wellington based | Full-time | Permanent
4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness allowance after 12 months
Apply your statistical or economic modelling and data analysis experience

Turn complex data into real-world impact - lead analytics that drive better and smarter health outcomes

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Financial Analyst - Trustee and Compliance Monitoring

at Guardian Trust.

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Benefits include medical, life insurance and income protection insurance
Professional team passionate about providing outstanding services to our clients
Includes 1 Volunteer Leave Day and 1 Celebration Day per annum

Benefits include medical, life insurance and income protection insurance
Professional team passionate about providing outstanding services to our clients
Includes 1 Volunteer Leave Day and 1 Celebration Day per annum

Seeking a strong financial analyst with a strong understanding of compliance and/or audit processes relating to financial products.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Research Fellow

at The University of Auckland

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 - $119,204 (pro rata)

Flexible employment practices
Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

Flexible employment practices
Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

Fixed-term part-time Research Fellow role at the University of Auckland's Centre for Co-Created Ageing Research.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Knowledge and Information Manager

at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Lead and develop a high performing team of information professionals.
Pivotal role in modernising how information is created, managed and used.
Intersection of information, organisational change, technology, and security.

Lead and develop a high performing team of information professionals.
Pivotal role in modernising how information is created, managed and used.
Intersection of information, organisational change, technology, and security.

Join MFAT as Knowledge and Information Manager and lead the future of information at the heart of NZ's global engagement.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Policy Analyst

at Ministry of Education

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Support the development of policy in high profile, new and challenging areas
Improve the educational experiences and outcomes for children and young people
Develop in this established and supportive group

Support the development of policy in high profile, new and challenging areas
Improve the educational experiences and outcomes for children and young people
Develop in this established and supportive group

Exciting opportunity for a Policy Analyst in the schooling policy group working on high-profile policy issues

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior Engineer

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Petone, Wellington

$108,130 - $125,180 (including 4% superannuation)

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to join our Platform team
Petone location and a supportive team environment
Professional development and certification support

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to join our Platform team
Petone location and a supportive team environment
Professional development and certification support

Opportunity to influence and uplift a modern cloud platform.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

9d ago

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Digital Portfolio Lead

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Data Analyst / Senior Data Analyst

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Pouako/Lecturer - Te Kura Mātai Rorohiko|Computer Science

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AI Delivery Lead

Analyst/Senior Analyst

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Design Analysts & Insights Analysts | Kaitātari Hoahoa & Māramatanga

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