Data Product Developer

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values :

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mō te tūnga| About therole

The Data Solutions team is building the future of data tools at Oranga Tamariki and is currently focused on creating data reporting solutions, optimising the use of our new data warehouse, and consolidating and streamlining legacy products.

We're a strong, experienced, and tight-knit team that supports each other and works together to deliver results that really matter. We value honesty, empathy, and curiosity, and are committed to personal growth. Our personnel come from a range of backgrounds and life experiences.

We're looking for a capable Data Product Developer with experience in Databricks, AzureDevOps (CI / CD), and Power BI to join our flagship data products team on a fixed term basis. This role offers exciting opportunities to work with a modern technology stack and our brand-new data warehouse. As a Developer, you will leverage your experience and skills to support the continued development of data products and be an active member of a high performing team delivering tools to help our kaimahi (staff) make a difference for tamariki, their whānau and communities.

As a Data Product Developer, you will be part of our team of developers across the full lifecycle of data product development - we :

• Engage with users,
• Design,
• Build,
• Test,
• Deploy,
• and Support.

Our job is to build what the business needs both now and, in the future - so you'll have plenty of opportunities to engage widely and use your skills to solve business problems.

We're looking for a strong collegial and collaborative team player who will be part of our expanding data community, and wants to make a difference.

We're particularly interested in people with strengths in one or more of the following :

• An understanding of data ecosystems and how data flows through them
• Understanding of DevOps principles and the implementation of CI / CD practices, preferably with Azure DevOps
• Experience with Databricks and data-focused languages - ideally SQL, M, DAX, and Python / PySpark
• Some experience with star schemas or other data model designs
• Can be a team player, keeping work flowing and maintaining quality
• An understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices is important - in particular, knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' cultures.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $77,886 and $86,082 dependant on experience. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

Applications for this role close at midnight on Sunday 16th November 2025, however we will be reviewing CV's as they are submitted.

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.

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