Junior Ai Developer

About the Company

This is a well-established professional services and consulting business with offices across New Zealand.

They provide specialist advice and data-driven insights to clients in the built environment, helping deliver large-scale projects with accuracy and efficiency.

Known for their collaborative culture and strong graduate development pathway, the company combines technical expertise with innovative thinking to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.

They have a vibrant, social team culture, modern offices in central locations, and a genuine focus on professional growth and learning.

About You

Be the go-to AI specialist and 2IC to a forward-thinking Director who's leading the digital transformation of a market-leading construction consultancy.

If you've got 1–2 years' commercial development experience, a sharp eye for detail and strong communication skills, this is your chance to shape how a nationwide business works taking teams on the journey to smarter, AI-enabled ways of operating.

Why You'll Love It

Direct exposure : Work side by side with one of the Directors driving AI, you'll be their second-in-command on all things AI.

Real business impact : Focus on internal processes to automate manual tasks, integrate systems, and help the business adopt AI in a practical, meaningful way.

Cutting-edge tools : Microsoft 365 Copilot, Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, Cognitive Services, Logic Apps, Functions, Power Automate.

Career potential : Join a business known for growing graduates into senior leaders and shape your own AI career path.

Supportive & social : Vibrant team culture, modern CBD offices, wellness perks and annual bonus.

What you'll do

Act as the 2IC to the AI-focused Director, helping shape and deliver the company's AI roadmap.

Work closely with internal teams to understand workflows, identify automation opportunities, and design practical AI-driven solutions.

Develop and integrate AI tools into existing systems (APIs, in-house platforms, Microsoft environment).

Prepare and structure business data for AI workflows and chat solutions.

Support and train colleagues to adopt AI tools and feel confident in the transformation.

Monitor, refine, and optimise AI solutions for accuracy, performance and security.

What we're looking for

1–2 years' commercial software development experience (AI / ML or automation a plus).

Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot and fix issues early.

Excellent communication skills you can explain complex technical ideas in a simple, engaging way.

Understanding of Python; familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and system integrations.

Exposure to Microsoft Azure AI services (AI Foundry, Cognitive Services, Logic Apps, Functions).

Curious, adaptable, and excited to take a business on its AI journey from understanding needs to implementing solutions.

We're open to candidates based in Auckland or Hamilton.

Initially, you'll work mostly in the office to learn the business and systems; flexibility grows as you develop capability and confidence.

Salary & Benefits

$80,000 base salary + annual performance bonus

Supportive, social culture with regular events and wellness perks

Modern CBD offices and cutting-edge tools of trade

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To find out more, please get in touch with Teresa Jordan on

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To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

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