Based on 1 submission across Aotearoa — Full-time Permanent roles only
Designs, configures, and maintains computer networks, including routers, switches, and firewalls. Monitors performance, troubleshoots faults, and plans capacity. The backbone of connectivity for New Zealand organisations. The role suits engineers who enjoy deep, methodical troubleshooting and careful attention to detail in design. Experience with major vendors and a solid grasp of security fundamentals open the door to senior network roles. The network is the foundation of almost everything else, so careful change control is a constant. Engineers who pair deep technical work with good communication are the ones promoted to senior and architecture roles.
Base salary + bonuses, based on 1 submissions
Based on 1 anonymous submissions
Across 1 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Network Engineer in New Zealand is $112,000 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $112,000 (10th percentile) to $112,000 (90th percentile).
A full-time median of $112,000 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.
Median pay by experience: Senior (6-9 Yrs) $108,000.
Based on 1 submissions
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