Software engineer: Average Salary in New Zealand, 2026

Find out what the average Software engineer salary is

Type in a job title:

Salary rate

How much does a Software engineer make in New Zealand?

$89,700/ Annual
Based on 4370 salaries

The average Software engineer in New Zealand is $89,700 per year or $46 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $74,100 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $106,000 per year.

Median$89,700

Low$74,100

High$106,000

Related salaries

Software Developer$115,000

.NET Developer$99,193

Java Developer$99,193

Business Analyst$90,000

Software Engineer$89,700

Active jobs with salaries

Backend Software Engineer - AI Trainer

DataAnnotationNew Zealand

Join the DataAnnotation team and contribute to developing cutting-edge AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule.We are looking for proficient programm...Show more

Education Software Support Engineer

Follett Software, LLCNew Zealand

A global education technology provider is looking for a Technical Support Specialist in Wellington, New Zealand.This hybrid role involves providing advanced technical support for K–12 and higher ed...Show more

Remote Full-Stack Engineer — AI-Driven, End-to-End

Nerdleveltechworkfromhome, New Zealand

A tech company in NZ is seeking an Intermediate Software Engineer who can build high-quality product experiences while working in a fully remote environment.Candidates should have strong experience...Show more

Remote Senior Platform Engineer — API-First & AI-Driven Backend

Jobgetherworkfromhome, New Zealand

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer in New Zealand to design and develop scalable backend systems that enhance player experiences.This role offers the opportunity to ...Show more