Software Consultant - Digital Applications

Software Consultant - Digital Applications

• Work anywhere in New Zealand
• Permanent, Full-time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

The Software Consultant operates within the Digital Applications and Products team, playing a key role in the delivery and operational support of software solutions that enable high-quality healthcare services across Aotearoa New Zealand. Working collaboratively with Architects, Product Owners, Business Analysts, Testers, and fellow Developers, the role contributes across the full software development lifecycle from requirements gathering and design to development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support. The Software Consultant is responsible for developing new applications, enhancing existing systems, troubleshooting issues, and providing incident support to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned with Te Whatu Ora's strategic objectives.

About the Team / Service / Location

The Software Consultant sits within the Digital Applications and Products team, part of the wider Digital Services function under Te Whatu Ora. Reporting into the Software Delivery Manager, this role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting robust, scalable, and secure software applications that underpin high-quality healthcare delivery across Aotearoa New Zealand. The team works closely with Architects, Product Owners, Business Analysts, Testers, and other Developers to ensure solutions meet organisational needs and align with strategic goals. The Software Consultant plays a vital role in contributing to the full software development lifecycle, supporting continuous improvement, troubleshooting, and incident management to maintain optimal system performance and functionality.

About you

You are an experienced software professional with a strong background in integration development and a focus on both delivery and operations. You bring a thorough understanding of the full software development lifecycle, from gathering requirements to deployment and ongoing maintenance. With experience working in complex enterprise environments—preferably within the health sector—you are comfortable navigating technical challenges and ensuring solutions align with organisational goals. You will also have the following skills and experience to support your success in the role :

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa / New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

How to Apply

To view the position description and / or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm on Tuesday 28th October. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Chloe-Mary Booth at

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position.

Job details

Job Reference : HNZ /

Location : New Zealand - All Locations - Work from where you are

North Island - Auckland - Central Auckland

Job type : Permanent Full time

Expertise : Non-clinical - Information Technology - Information Technology

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