Test Engineer | Wellington or Auckland | Permanent
Date: 24 Nov 2025
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
- Lead the design and execution of test cases and scripts
- Analyse and report on test outcomes and risks
- Permanent positions based in Auckland or Wellington
Join a collaborative team where your analytical mindset and testing expertise will help shape robust, high-performing systems.
About our team | Mō te tīma:
Every week, around 1.4 million New Zealanders count on MSD for income support and services to connect with work, housing and better lives for their families.
Information Systems & Technology (IST) provides the technologies, innovation and expertise that enable MSD staff and partners to deliver these essential services, today and into the future.
We’re driving a once in a lifetime transformation of services for New Zealanders. IST is a key enabler of this change bringing together strategic thinkers, technology specialists and delivery leaders to design solutions and deliver change while keeping vital services running reliably every day.
About the role | Mō te tūnga:
As a Test Engineer, you’ll define test conditions, design test cases, and report on outcomes. You’ll also contribute to business process improvement and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
This role offers the opportunity to work across diverse environments, improve business processes, and build strong stakeholder relationships.
Key responsibilities include:
- Review requirements and specifications to define test conditions
- Design, develop and execute automated test cases and scripts, mapping to pre-determined criteria
- Analyse and report on test activities, outcomes, issues, and risks
- Implement stakeholder engagement and communications plans
- Use feedback to measure and improve stakeholder management effectiveness
- Analyse business processes and recommend alternative solutions
- Contribute to change programme evaluations and implementation planning
We’re committed to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Diverse perspectives strengthen our mahi, and we value the unique contributions everyone brings to the team.
Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga:
- Proven experience across various types of testing and architectures
- Skilled in automation/scripting tools and defect management systems
- Strong understanding of the system development lifecycle
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent communication skills including written
- Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and systematic approach to problem-solving
- Highly detail-oriented with strong planning and organisational skills
- Demonstrates initiative and a strong work ethic
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:
A copy of the position description can be found here. Test Engineer position description.
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $87,614.00 - $106,159.00
Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Monday 1 December 2025.
About us | Mō mātou:
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono:
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Joining us | Ko te hono mai:
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.
We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.
If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
