How much does a Data Engineer earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Data Engineer in New Zealand ranges from NZD 134,885 to NZD 142,500 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,340 job listings

Salary Guide

Data Engineer Salary in New Zealand

Based on 1,340 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$134,885 - $142,500

Median salary

$134,885 - $142,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$64K

25th percentile$80K

Median$135K

75th percentile$143K

90th percentile$164K

50% of professionals earn between $79,819 - $142,500 NZD

The median salary is $134,885

Top cities

Auckland615 job openings

Wellington263 job openings

Christchurch161 job openings

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Data Engineer

1,340 job openings

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The average salary for a Data Engineer in New Zealand is NZD 134,885 - NZD 142,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 138,693 per year, based on 1,340 active job listings.

The cities with the most Data Engineer job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, New Plymouth. Auckland leads with 615 job openings.

Explore 1,340 Data Engineer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.