Systems Manager and Developer
- University of Canterbury
- New Zealand, CAN
- Sep 7, 2026
Job Description:
Te Tari Pūhanga Pūmanawa Rorohiko | Computer Science and Software Engineering
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand
- 5 weeks annual leave +5 days university holidays
- Permanent position, 37.5 hours per week
Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā!
He hiahia, he pūkenga nōu ki te mahi a te Systems Manager Developer? Nāia te pōwhiri nā Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te tūranga nei.
Āu Mahi | What You Will Do
You will manage and continuously improve the Department’s multi-platform computing environment, primarily across Linux, Windows and MacOS, while developing software and automated solutions to support teaching and research. Upgrading systems, infrastructure and applications, ensuring secure, reliable and well-monitored environments with effective backup and disaster recovery. Working closely with academic staff, researchers, Digital Services and technical teams, you will troubleshoot complex issues, develop specialist tools and services, and identify opportunities to improve system performance, efficiency and user experience.
Mōu | Who You Are
You are an experienced systems and software professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and creating practical solutions in a specialist computing environment. You will also be able to demonstrate experience in:
- Minimum 7 years’ computer systems administration experience, preferably gained in large networked, multi-user, multi-platform (particularly Linux) environments, or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years’ software development experience, including the writing of technical documentation, or equivalent.
- Strong practical knowledge across programming languages, scripting, and programming fundamentals
- Extensive hands-on experience administering Linux, Windows, and MacOS environments
- Proven experience working with modern web technologies and advanced software troubleshooting
- Experience with relational database administration and programming would be advantageous
- Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Computer Science or Software Engineering, plus relevant Postgraduate Diploma(s) and Certificate(s), (NZQA Level 8).
- An alignment with our organisation's values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With
You will work closely with academic staff, researchers, postgraduate students, technical colleagues, Digital Services, and external contractors. Acting as a key technical link between the Department and wider University technology teams, helping deliver solutions that support teaching, research, and innovation.
Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
We offer a range of benefits, for more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about-uc/work-at-uc/benefits-working-uc . (For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/ )
The closing date for this position is: Friday 11 September 2026 (midnight, NZ time)
Please note applications will be reviewed after the close date.
Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.
Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to [email protected]
You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role.
Please note, this is an onsite position.
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Job Details
| Reference # | 33122 |
| Posted on | 07 Sep 2026 |
| Closes on | 11 Sep 2026 23:55 |
| Location(s) | Christchurch |
| Expertise | Information Technology |
| Job level(s) | Experienced |
| Work type(s) | Continuing (Permanent) full-time |
| More details (document) | Systems Manager and Developer PD.pdf |
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Job Description:
Te Tari Pūhanga Pūmanawa Rorohiko | Computer Science and Software Engineering
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand
- 5 weeks annual leave +5 days university holidays
- Permanent position, 37.5 hours per week
Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā!
He hiahia, he pūkenga nōu ki te mahi a te Systems Manager Developer? Nāia te pōwhiri nā Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te tūranga nei.
Āu Mahi | What You Will Do
You will manage and continuously improve the Department’s multi-platform computing environment, primarily across Linux, Windows and MacOS, while developing software and automated solutions to support teaching and research. Upgrading systems, infrastructure and applications, ensuring secure, reliable and well-monitored environments with effective backup and disaster recovery. Working closely with academic staff, researchers, Digital Services and technical teams, you will troubleshoot complex issues, develop specialist tools and services, and identify opportunities to improve system performance, efficiency and user experience.
Mōu | Who You Are
You are an experienced systems and software professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and creating practical solutions in a specialist computing environment. You will also be able to demonstrate experience in:
- Minimum 7 years’ computer systems administration experience, preferably gained in large networked, multi-user, multi-platform (particularly Linux) environments, or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years’ software development experience, including the writing of technical documentation, or equivalent.
- Strong practical knowledge across programming languages, scripting, and programming fundamentals
- Extensive hands-on experience administering Linux, Windows, and MacOS environments
- Proven experience working with modern web technologies and advanced software troubleshooting
- Experience with relational database administration and programming would be advantageous
- Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Computer Science or Software Engineering, plus relevant Postgraduate Diploma(s) and Certificate(s), (NZQA Level 8).
- An alignment with our organisation's values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With
You will work closely with academic staff, researchers, postgraduate students, technical colleagues, Digital Services, and external contractors. Acting as a key technical link between the Department and wider University technology teams, helping deliver solutions that support teaching, research, and innovation.
Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
We offer a range of benefits, for more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about-uc/work-at-uc/benefits-working-uc . (For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/ )
The closing date for this position is: Friday 11 September 2026 (midnight, NZ time)
Please note applications will be reviewed after the close date.
Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.
Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to [email protected]
You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role.
Please note, this is an onsite position.
#LI-DNI
Job Details
| Reference # | 33122 |
| Posted on | 07 Sep 2026 |
| Closes on | 11 Sep 2026 23:55 |
| Location(s) | Christchurch |
| Expertise | Information Technology |
| Job level(s) | Experienced |
| Work type(s) | Continuing (Permanent) full-time |
| More details (document) | Systems Manager and Developer PD.pdf |
| Position description 1 | |
| Position description 2 | |
| Position description 3 | |
| Position description 4 |
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