Senior Analyst Developer

• Collaborate with a team that values innovation and creativity, where your ideas truly matter.
• Transform complex data into actionable insights that drive performance and decision-making.
• Based at our National Office, located in Wellington's CBD.

Mo te tunga | About the role

As a Senior Analyst Developer, you'll play a key role in shaping how our department uses data to make smarter decisions. This is more than just building dashboards, it's about creating meaningful, actionable insights that empower teams across the organisation.

Some of your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Developing and optimising data ingestion pipelines, primarily using Microsoft Fabric.
• Creating data models, bringing together multiple sources into an interrogable and scalable constellation model with SCD-2 dimensionality.
• Supporting frontend developers delivering advanced Power BI dashboards and other analytics.
• Developing a deep understanding of how the business works, both strategically and operationally, and ensure our data reflects the reality it's describing.
• Driving continuous improvement in data processes and governance.

Your work will directly support our People & Capability function and wider operational requirements, helping leaders and teams access the information they need, when they need it.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Expertise in modern data architecture and Microsoft Fabric, with experience in enterprise-scale environments.
• Strong SQL and data modelling skills, including performance tuning and integration of multiple data sources.
• Proficiency in data ingestion and ETL processes, ensuring accurate and efficient data flow.
• Advanced Power BI development, including DAX, complex measures, and building insightful dashboards.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate across teams, with an understanding of how data and analytics drive performance.

Nga painga | The benefits

The midpoint of the salary range is $131,914 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $112,127 - $158,297 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mo matou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

Tono inaianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on: Monday the 19th of January 2026.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Sarah.Newbold@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.