Senior Systems Engineer

• Provide effective delivery and management of solutions 
• Great mix of communication and collaboration skills 
• Can be based in Auckland or Wellington

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity   

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you’ll play a leading role in the delivery and management of Microsoft-based infrastructure—spanning M365, Azure, and on-premises environments. You’ll ensure service integrity, drive incident response, and optimize technology operations for both cloud and traditional platforms.

This role is pivotal in supporting NZTA’s digital transformation, with a strong focus on automation, security, and continuous improvement.

We are looking for an effective communicator with excellent collaboration and relationship management skills.

View the position description here.

Appointment base salary is between $109,408 -$145,876 commensurate with skills and experience.

You will be expected to participate in an on-call roster (typically every 6 to 7 weeks for one week).

Ko koe tēnei | About you   

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in technology infrastructure operations (MS Server, M365, Azure)
• Proven administration and maintenance of MS Teams, MS Defender, and related services
• Experience with automation, monitoring, and security best practices
• Solid understanding of network fundamentals
• Strong communication and relationship management skills
• Willingness to work flexibly and attend data centres as required
• Experience working with modern operational and Agile methodologies
• Relevant certifications (MCSE, Azure, Security+) are advantageous

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.

   

Mō mātou | About Us

At NZTA, it all starts with our people. The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa. NZTA has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years’ time.

Te Aukaha | Digital and Workspace strengthens NZTA through supporting our people and delivering future-focussed solutions. We enable digital change, provide quality data, information and security services, and create flexible and collaborative workspaces.

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return

You will join a high functioning and collaborative team who want to work at NZTA.  Your team will work as part of the wider Digital Group.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexibile working arrangements noting an expectation to attend the office on a regular basis and visiting data centres in the region.
• Along with our other benefits, we also have 5 weeks annual leave and a Life, Income Protection and Critical illness Insurance scheme available to permanent employees. 

Ready to take the next step in your career? We’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join our Digital Group!

Rā Katinga | Applications close:

25 November 2025

For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.