Senior Systems Engineer

About The Role:

Are you a highly skilled Systems Engineer passionate about building secure, high-performing digital infrastructure? We’re looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role in designing, maintaining, and optimising Tuatahi’s network and cloud environments. Reporting to the Digital Engineering Manager, this role is perfect for someone who thrives on problem-solving, security, and continuous improvement.

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will design, deploy, and maintain secure and scalable network solutions while providing strategic input into Tuatahi’s digital infrastructure. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Designing and deploying functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN, Internet connectivity).

• Managing firewalls, Windows/Linux servers, cloud services, and digital infrastructure.

• Ensuring system security, resilience, and availability through disaster recovery.

• Monitoring network performance and integrity, identifying opportunities for improvement.

• Supporting cloud-hosted solutions (AWS, Google, Azure) and ensuring seamless integration.

• Troubleshooting and resolving escalated technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption.

Skills and Experience Required:

• 5+ years of experience in network and ICT support in a large organisation.

• Proven expertise in network administration, TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and firewall management.

• Hands-on experience with network monitoring, diagnostic tools, and security protocols.

• Strong Microsoft server, desktop, and cloud services knowledge.

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CEH (or equivalent).

• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and implement innovative solutions.

At Tuatahi, we invest in your growth. Even if you don’t meet all the requirements, apply anyway - there’s plenty of opportunity to develop your career with us!

Why Tuatahi is the Place for You:

At Tuatahi, we’re not only leaders in technology - we’re dedicated to looking after our people. Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing and help you thrive, both at work and at home:

• Medical and Life Insurance: Comprehensive cover to protect your health and security.

• Utilities Rebate: Support with essential home costs like power and fibre.

• Refer-a-Friend Bonus: Bring great people into the team and get rewarded.

• Volunteer Day: One paid day each year to give back to your community.

• Wellbeing Leave: A wellbeing day every six months to recharge or take care of life admin.

• Parental Leave Support: Salary top-ups and support to help you focus on family.

About Us:

As a leader in Aotearoa’s ultrafast broadband revolution, Tuatahi is powering the future of connectivity. Our 6,000 km fibre optic network is the backbone that links households and businesses to the internet, driving digital growth across regions like Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay, Taranaki, and beyond.

We partner with retail service providers and mobile network operators, enabling them to offer a range of services to over 249,000 homes and businesses. As we expand, we’re seeking innovative minds to help us shape a digitally empowered tomorrow. Join us and be part of something truly transformative.

Sounds Like you? Apply Now 

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to how we work. When you apply, we’ll invite you to answer two optional questions to help us track progress toward fair and equal opportunities. Your responses are anonymous, voluntary, and have no impact on your application.

Advertising closes: 15th March 2026