Job Description
1 x permanent position
Start April/May 2026
Full Time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Based in Wellington
Ko wai mātou | About Us
Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood level to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners.
Our vision is to enable our ākonga to achieve their educational and personal goals, empowering them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities.
Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa – Anytime, anywhere, anyone.
E pā ana ki te tīma | About the team
Join our development team (part of ICT) as an Intermediate Data Developer, contributing to our datalake, data transformation and software development practice.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position
This role offers career development opportunities including a pathway to senior, for those eager to learn our systems and products, and who show initiative. You'll work closely with the Software Development Tech Lead, business analysts, testers, and Data and Analytics teams, playing a key role in our wider delivery team.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain our data integration pipeline (Microsoft Azure Data Factory and Synapse), .Net and Python codebase, SQL environments, and Microsoft Power platform.
Implement best coding practices and deliver custom code and data transformation pipelines.
Enhance and expand our continuous deployment strategy.
Take ownership for the data platform's future, including challenging the status quo and introducing new approaches.
Ensure datastores are optimised and data pipelines work seamlessly through automated testing, peer reviews, and refactoring.
Address bug fixing, troubleshooting, and corrective actions as needed, and actively support both the .Net developers and the Data Analysts in their handling of datasets.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
You have a degree in computer sciences with prior professional experience with Python, .Net or other programming languages applied to the data transformation domain
Prior experience with Azure Data Lake environemtns, Synapse, SQL server or other similar platforms.
Prior exposure to CI/CD and DevOps.
Beyond these technologies, you may have prior knowledge of other SQL environments (Oracle PL/SQL would be a plus) or other datalake/datawarehousing solutions.
Curious about new technologies and interested in facets of IT such as security, networking and development.
Independent, self-directing working style, with an ability to learn quickly.
Passionate about improving the digital experience for our kaiako and ākonga.
Hei whakautu | In return
Te Kura will provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment and work in a team that offers genuine work flexibility as part of an organisation that makes a difference to ākonga (students) across New Zealand.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
If you've nodded your head whilst reading this and thought ‘this is me!' click that apply button, we want to hear from you!
Applications must be lodged via our career's portal, and you must have the right to reside or work in New Zealand.
Please note that we will be shortlisting candidates as we receive applications and may close the vacancy if suitable candidates are identified prior to the closing date. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | Like to find out more?
For more information, check out the position description at the top of the page (link will be orange). If you still have any additional questions, please contact Supun Kodithuwakku, Software Development Tech Lead.
For any issues with the application process, please contact [email protected]
Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday, 13 March 2026
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Start April/May 2026
Full Time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Based in Wellington
Ko wai mātou | About Us
Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood level to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners.
Our vision is to enable our ākonga to achieve their educational and personal goals, empowering them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities.
Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa – Anytime, anywhere, anyone.
E pā ana ki te tīma | About the team
Join our development team (part of ICT) as an Intermediate Data Developer, contributing to our datalake, data transformation and software development practice.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position
This role offers career development opportunities including a pathway to senior, for those eager to learn our systems and products, and who show initiative. You'll work closely with the Software Development Tech Lead, business analysts, testers, and Data and Analytics teams, playing a key role in our wider delivery team.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain our data integration pipeline (Microsoft Azure Data Factory and Synapse), .Net and Python codebase, SQL environments, and Microsoft Power platform.
Implement best coding practices and deliver custom code and data transformation pipelines.
Enhance and expand our continuous deployment strategy.
Take ownership for the data platform's future, including challenging the status quo and introducing new approaches.
Ensure datastores are optimised and data pipelines work seamlessly through automated testing, peer reviews, and refactoring.
Address bug fixing, troubleshooting, and corrective actions as needed, and actively support both the .Net developers and the Data Analysts in their handling of datasets.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
You have a degree in computer sciences with prior professional experience with Python, .Net or other programming languages applied to the data transformation domain
Prior experience with Azure Data Lake environemtns, Synapse, SQL server or other similar platforms.
Prior exposure to CI/CD and DevOps.
Beyond these technologies, you may have prior knowledge of other SQL environments (Oracle PL/SQL would be a plus) or other datalake/datawarehousing solutions.
Curious about new technologies and interested in facets of IT such as security, networking and development.
Independent, self-directing working style, with an ability to learn quickly.
Passionate about improving the digital experience for our kaiako and ākonga.
Hei whakautu | In return
Te Kura will provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment and work in a team that offers genuine work flexibility as part of an organisation that makes a difference to ākonga (students) across New Zealand.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
If you've nodded your head whilst reading this and thought ‘this is me!' click that apply button, we want to hear from you!
Applications must be lodged via our career's portal, and you must have the right to reside or work in New Zealand.
Please note that we will be shortlisting candidates as we receive applications and may close the vacancy if suitable candidates are identified prior to the closing date. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | Like to find out more?
For more information, check out the position description at the top of the page (link will be orange). If you still have any additional questions, please contact Supun Kodithuwakku, Software Development Tech Lead.
For any issues with the application process, please contact [email protected]
Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday, 13 March 2026
R
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Analyst Developer - Intermediate position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
