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Senior DevOps Engineer

Based on 1 submission across Aotearoa

In New Zealand's growing tech sector, a Senior DevOps Engineer plays a critical role in accelerating software delivery by designing robust cloud infrastructure and automating CI/CD pipelines. They bridge the gap between development and operations teams to ensure high system reliability, security, and scalability. Ultimately, their expertise is vital for driving digital transformation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across local organizations.

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$100,000
Fully Remote (NZ based) 7 years experience

Total Remuneration Range

Base salary + bonuses, based on 1 submissions

Minimum Wage
Income Tax$7,62615.3% of gross
ACC$8721.8% of gross
KiwiSaver$1,7443.5% of gross
Take home$39,57479.4% of gross
$49,816
Living Wage
Income Tax$10,87817.5% of gross
ACC$1,0881.7% of gross
KiwiSaver$2,1773.5% of gross
Take home$48,04977.3% of gross
$62,192
Median
Income Tax$22,87822.9% of gross
ACC$1,7501.8% of gross
KiwiSaver$3,5003.5% of gross
Take home$71,87271.9% of gross
$100,000
90th Percentile
Income Tax$22,87822.9% of gross
ACC$1,7501.8% of gross
KiwiSaver$3,5003.5% of gross
Take home$71,87271.9% of gross
$100,000
MAX
Income Tax$22,87822.9% of gross
ACC$1,7501.8% of gross
KiwiSaver$3,5003.5% of gross
Take home$71,87271.9% of gross
$100,000
Income Tax ACC KiwiSaver Take home Assumes tax code M, ACC 1.75% (cap $156,641) & KiwiSaver 3.5%.

Pay by Experience Level

Median salary progression

Senior (6-9 Yrs)
$100,000
How does this compare to NZ wage benchmarks?
Minimum Wage
$23.95/hr
$49,816/year
2×
This role pays 2 times the minimum wage
+101%
Living Wage
$29.90/hr
$62,192/year
1.6×
This role pays 1.6 times the living wage
+61%
National Wage Percentile
$100,000
median salary for this role
Top 21.8%
This role's median is higher than 78.2% of all NZ wage/salary earners
620,460 earners at or above this salary
Source: IRD Wage & Salary Distributions — March 2026

Most Common Perks

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  • KiwiSaver Match > 3%100%
  • Remote / Hybrid WFH0%
  • Flexible Working Hours0%
  • Health Insurance0%
  • Extra Annual Leave (5+ Weeks)0%
  • Free Parking0%

Common questions about Senior DevOps Engineer pay

Based on 1 anonymous submissions

What is the median salary for Senior DevOps Engineer in New Zealand?

Across 1 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Senior DevOps Engineer in New Zealand is $100,000 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $100,000 (10th percentile) to $100,000 (90th percentile).

How does Senior DevOps Engineer pay compare with NZ wage benchmarks?

A full-time median of $100,000 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.

What does a Senior DevOps Engineer earn at each experience level?

Median pay by experience: Senior (6-9 Yrs) $100,000.

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