50% of professionals earn between $10,833 - $15,000 NZD
The median salary is $12,500
The average salary for a Software Engineer in New Zealand is NZD 12,500 - NZD 15,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 13,750 per year, based on 8,966 active job listings.
The cities with the most Software Engineer job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Workfromhome, Waikato. Auckland leads with 4,117 job openings.
Leading employers for Software Engineer roles in New Zealand include Catch Design, Hectre, Sunstone Talent, Tait Communications, Confidential.
Explore 8,966 Software Engineer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.