Waitematā, Auckland, New Zealand · Hybrid
Work with Node.js, MongoDB, Docker, OpenMetadata, and AI-assisted engineering tools. Work on technology that improves digital learning experiences keeps students safe and connected Hybrid working model About Us We are a …
Skills: Node.js, MongoDB, SQL, Docker, ETL/ELT
Waitematā, Auckland, New Zealand · Hybrid
Work on technology that improves digital learning experiences keeps students safe and connected Use tools like Node.js, Angular, MongoDB, and ElasticSearch every day Hybrid working model About Us We are a crown owned tec…
Skills: Node.js, Angular, MongoDB, ElasticSearch, REST APIs
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Design, develop, and maintain the company's data platform, including scalable APIs and robust ETL/ELT pipelines. Implement data governance frameworks and privacy-preserving handling techniques to ensure sector data safety.
Requires solid experience with Node.js, SQL, MongoDB, and modern data warehouse architectures. Candidates should be proficient with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and have a proactive approach to automation and data privacy.
About Us
We are a crown owned technology company that provides faster, safer internet for Aotearoa New Zealand’s schools and kura, with an aim to improve digital learning experiences and educational outcomes for all.
Since 2012 we have grown to support over 2,500 schools, operating one of the largest broadband networks in Aotearoa New Zealand, meeting the connectivity and cybersecurity needs of 900,000+ ākonga and kaiako and accounting for nearly 25% of the country’s daytime business internet traffic.
But we’re so much more than that.
We're building a better tomorrow through innovation
We use diverse technologies to take a creative approach to delivering meaningful outcomes for schools and kura.
About the Role
As our Senior Data Engineer, you will join our lean, collaborative Data Squad within the Architecture team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering N4L's data platform, data services, and analytics integrations.
This role balances technical execution with purpose. You will work closely with the Head of Data on day-to-day priorities, while receiving line management, engineering standards, and career development from our Software Development Manager.
What you will be doing
In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable APIs, backend data services, and robust ETL/ELT pipelines to seamlessly ingest and transform data from multiple sources. Dedicated to keeping sector data safe, you will implement privacy-preserving data handling, anonymisation techniques, and data governance frameworks using modern tools like OpenMetadata. Driven by an automation-first mindset, you will streamline operational workflows, explore AI-assisted engineering capabilities, and support the wider squad's growth through constructive code reviews and mentorship.
What you will need to be successful:
About you
You are a thoughtful, collaborative engineer who values continuous learning and knowledge sharing. You care about the real-world impact of your work and want to help build an open, positive environment. You enjoy taking complex data challenges and turning them into smart, simple, and reliable solutions that benefit the New Zealand education sector
Applications Close: 10 July 2026
Helping improve digital learning experiences and outcomes for all with faster, safer internet for learning.
Network for Learning (N4L) is a Crown-owned technology company, delivering a wide range of managed broadband, Wi-Fi and cybersecurity products and services, on behalf of the Ministry of Education, to schools and kura across the motu. We provide fully funded internet for all state and state-integrated schools and kura, operating one of the largest broadband networks in Aotearoa New Zealand, accounting for nearly 25% of the country’s daytime business internet traffic. Our team of dedicated network, cybersecurity and service delivery experts help more than 900,000 tumuaki, kaiako and ākonga enjoy daily access to a safer and more reliable online learning environment. Keeping schools safer online is a team effort. N4L works alongside Government, education and technology partners to help improve digital learning experiences and outcomes for all.
Offices: 8 Tangihua Street, Level 5, Auckland, AUK 1010, NZ · 354 Lambton Quay, Level 3, Wellington, WGN 6011, NZ · 128 Wrights Road, Christchurch, Canterbury 8024, NZ
Helping improve digital learning experiences and outcomes for all with faster, safer internet for learning.
Network for Learning (N4L) is a Crown-owned technology company, delivering a wide range of managed broadband, Wi-Fi and cybersecurity products and services, on behalf of the Ministry of Education, to schools and kura across the motu. We provide fully funded internet for all state and state-integrated schools and kura, operating one of the largest broadband networks in Aotearoa New Zealand, accounting for nearly 25% of the country’s daytime business internet traffic. Our team of dedicated network, cybersecurity and service delivery experts help more than 900,000 tumuaki, kaiako and ākonga enjoy daily access to a safer and more reliable online learning environment. Keeping schools safer online is a team effort. N4L works alongside Government, education and technology partners to help improve digital learning experiences and outcomes for all.
Offices: 8 Tangihua Street, Level 5, Auckland, AUK 1010, NZ · 354 Lambton Quay, Level 3, Wellington, WGN 6011, NZ · 128 Wrights Road, Christchurch, Canterbury 8024, NZ
