Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer job description

The Systems Engineer is responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining the organisation’s IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance across New Zealand operations. This role supports both project delivery and day-to-day operations within hybrid on-premise and cloud environments.

Systems Engineer duties and responsibilities of the job

Key responsibilities of a Systems Engineer include:

Installing, configuring, and supporting servers, storage, and cloud infrastructure

Managing Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, and virtualisation platforms (e.g. VMware, Hyper-V)

Ensuring system security and compliance with the NZ Privacy Act and ISO 27001 standards

Monitoring system health and performance, responding to incidents and proactively resolving issues

Supporting backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning and implementation

Collaborating with network, security, and application teams to deliver integrated solutions

Automating system tasks using scripting tools such as PowerShell

Maintaining documentation for infrastructure, procedures, and change management

Assisting with system upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management of infrastructure assets

Systems Engineer job qualifications and requirements

A diploma or degree in information technology, systems engineering, or a related field is required. Industry certifications (e.g. Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA) are advantageous.

Requirements include:

3+ years’ experience in systems engineering or infrastructure roles

Proficiency with Windows Server, Microsoft 365, virtualisation, and storage technologies

Experience in cloud environments such as Azure or AWS

Strong understanding of New Zealand cybersecurity and data privacy requirements

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Ability to support both BAU operations and project-based work

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Salary for Systems Engineer

110000 - 130000

25th Percentile

110000

The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.

50th Percentile

120000

The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.

75th Percentile

130000

The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills and may have specialised qualifications.

Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or KiwiSaver.

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25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Network Engineer

110000

120000

130000

Senior Network Engineer

130000

135000

145000

Senior Systems Engineer

130000

135000

145000

Infrastructure Manager

145000

160000

180000

Cloud Engineer

130000

145000

160000

DevOps Engineer

130000

150000

175000

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