Developer at Department of Internal Affairs, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

About Us | Mō mātou

The Digital Services | Te Pūnaha Matihiko branch leads digital strategy, building capability and delivering customer-centred digital services that enhance digital maturity across the public sector and Te Tari Taiwhenua. Operating in complex, multi-vendor environments, we focus on developing sustainable, future-ready capability within our digital delivery teams.

The Role | Te tūnga

We're looking for developers at graduate, junior, and intermediate levels to help build and deliver digital services using Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics. You'll be part of the Business Technology Services group within our Digital Services branch.

This is a hands-on development role where you'll work alongside experienced developers to build systems, features, and proof-of-concept solutions while growing your skills and technical knowledge. You'll contribute to real projects, learn modern development practices, and gain exposure to Microsoft technologies including Power Platform, Dynamics 365, .NET, and Azure.

We're after people with a solid foundation in software development, a willingness to learn, and a passion for building quality solutions. Whether you're a recent graduate, early in your career, or looking to take the next step as an intermediate developer, we'd love to hear from you.

What You Bring | Nōu te rourou

• Experience developing software through study, personal projects, internships, or employment.
• Programming experience in C#, Python, JavaScript, or similar programming languages.
• Basic web development fundamentals, including HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, JSON, and REST APIs.
• An interest in learning Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365, .NET, and Azure.
• Exposure to relational databases and version control systems such as Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A tertiary qualification in Information Technology, and/or relevant study, training, or practical experience.

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience with Power Platform or Dynamics 365.
• Exposure to Azure or cloud-based solutions.
• Experience with testing practices, including unit or automated testing.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of Agile ways of working.

For You | Mōu

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.

You'll benefit from:

• Mentoring and support from experienced developers.
• Opportunities to develop skills across Power Platform, Dynamics 365, .NET, and Azure.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment focused on collaboration and growth.
• Meaningful work that helps deliver services used by New Zealanders every day.

The appointing range for this role $84,671 - $105,368.

Benefits - About Internal Affairs - Careers with us - Benefits - dia.govt.nz

To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work, check out our website: https://www.dia.govt.nz/

How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.

We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our recruitment team below if there is any support, we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.

Please note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand and the ability to gain and maintain confidential security clearance to be considered for this role.

If you have any questions, please email Technical Lead, Sean Roque.

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