Digital Solutions Developer

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 112,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) is seeking a Digital Solutions Developer in Wellington to design, build, and support innovative staff-facing applications. You will work across Oracle APEX, ServiceNow, web technologies, and Azure within an IDA team that values balance and collaboration.

Join a permanent role based at the National Office in Wellington, with opportunities to grow skills through training and by supporting other technologies in a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Solid skills in Oracle APEX.
• A good understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience working in agile teams.
• Confidence developing and supporting integrated applications.
• Familiarity with PL/SQL, SQL, JavaScript, and HTML.

Responsibilities

• Grow skills across Oracle APEX, ServiceNow, web development, and Azure.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand needs and streamline processes.
• Apply best practices to automate, develop, document, and integrate applications.
• Help shape and maintain internal technical documentation, configurations and processes.

Skills

Oracle APEX

SDLC knowledge

Agile experience

SQL/PLSQL

JavaScript/HTML

Tools

ServiceNow

Microsoft Azure

Job description

# Digital Solutions Developer at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Wellington (Te Whanganui a Tara)## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Contribute to end-to-end development and support of innovative technical solutions* Be part of a fun, supportive team that values flexible working and work-life balance* Opportunity to develop your skills through training and by supporting other technologies* Permanent opportunity, based in Wellington**Mō te tūnga | About the role****Infrastructure and Digital Assets (IDA)**provides a range of services to support the delivery of Corrections' core business and ensure we can maintain consistent service delivery regardless of external events and crises.Our **Digital Solutions team** partner with the business to develop and support a range of key products across both BAU and project work. We're currently looking for a passionate **Digital Solutions Developer** to join us in designing, developing, and supporting innovative solutions for staff and business units across Corrections.This is a full-time, permanent position, based at our National Office in Wellington. Applications from outside the region will only be considered if you would be willing to re-locate. Please ensure you note this on your cover letter.What You'll Do:* Grow your skills across various products, including Oracle Application Express (APEX) , ServiceNow, web development, and Microsoft Azure technologies.* Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs, streamlining business processes and workflows for enhanced efficiency.* Apply best practice to automate, develop, document, and integrate applications* Help shape and maintain our internal technical documentation, configurations, and processes.**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**We're looking for someone with:* Solid skills in Oracle Application Express (APEX).* A good understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)* Experience working in agile teams* Confidence developing and supporting integrated applications* Familiarity with PL/SQL, SQL, JavaScript, and HTML—and a keen interest in building your skills in these areas**Utu ā-tau | Salary**The midpoint of the salary range is $131,914 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $112,127 - $158,297 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.**Mō mātou | About us**Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.**Tono ināianei | Apply Now**To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored **CV and a cover letter** describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.**Applications close on:** Sunday 20 September 2026, 11pm, NZST.If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit **careers.corrections.govt.nz** or if you have any specific queries about this role, email Recruitment Adviser **[e-mail]**## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) || Location: | Wellington (Te Whanganui a Tara) || Position type: | Permanent || Category: | IT & computing || Date listed: | 10-Sep-2026 || Salary range: | $112,127 - $158,297 || Closing date: | 20-Sep-2026 || Reference: | NZ/1945312 || Attachment: | Job Description - Digital Solutions Developer (2025)).docx (Word, 338KB) |