Backend Jobs in New Zealand
There are 79 open Backend jobs in New Zealand on freehire right now. 30 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are api, cloud and aws.
Most requested skills
- api 46%
- cloud 46%
- aws 38%
- java 32%
- ci-cd 30%
- ai 28%
- microservices 27%
- docker 25%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 14 · 18%
- Remote 7 · 9%
- Onsite 5 · 6%
Visa sponsorship offered in 100% of the 1 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 34
- Intern 6
- Lead 4
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 5
- 501-1000 employees 5
- 51-200 employees 4
- 11-50 employees 2
Remote Backend Engineer for AI Training & Evaluation
Builds and evaluates AI-generated code by designing challenges and testing solutions in Kotlin or other languages for an AI services company.
Backend Software Engineer - AI Trainer
Build and evaluate AI training datasets by writing and reviewing code snippets, primarily in Android/Kotlin, to improve AI models.
Senior Backend Integration Engineer — API & Systems
Design and build secure, scalable backend APIs and integrate systems using C#/.NET and RESTful services.
Game Backend Development Intern
Intern role building backend services for Unreal Engine-based games, focusing on server design and optimization for multiplayer experiences.
Remote C++ AI Backend Engineer - Contract
Build and optimize AI backend systems in C++ for a consulting firm, collaborating with engineers on cutting-edge AI projects.
Java Backend Engineer – Accelerator Internship (Remote‑OK)
6-month on-site internship building Java backend services for Binance’s BigPay platform in a Web3 environment.
Senior Software Engineer – Backend & AI
Build and maintain backend services and AI-powered systems for NZME’s media and advertising platforms using TypeScript, Node.js, and GCP, ensuring reliability and scalability.
Backend SaaS Engineer (Python) - Remote, Global Impact
Builds and maintains the backend, APIs, and web services for Landscape, a SaaS tool that manages Ubuntu systems in enterprises and clouds using Python.
Software Engineer - Snr/int backend contractor
Salary: Competitive Rate About us At Westpac New Zealand, our purpose is to Help New Zealanders Succeed. As a Bank and one of New Zealand's leading employers, we are passionate about helping people. We are taking…
Software Engineer - Java Backend
Build resilient digital banking solutions in Java, collaborating in an Agile squad to deliver secure, high-quality features while reducing technical debt.
Software Engineer - Java backend
Salary: Base salary + Bonus + Laptop Mō te tūranga | About the Role To contribute hands‑on technical expertise to deliver high‑quality, resilient digital solutions, working collaboratively within a squad to build…
Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
About Kernel Kernel is one of New Zealand's fastest growing fintechs, helping Kiwis build long term wealth through KiwiSaver, managed funds, savings products and investing. Our team combines deep financial services…
Senior Backend Engineer
At Ticketure , we believe cultural organizations deserve technology that’s as inspiring as the experiences they create. That’s why we build modern software for museums, zoos, aquariums, gardens, science centers,…
Backend Engineer, AI Pro / Agent Infrastructure (Remote)
Binance Accelerator Program - Backend Engineer (AI Pro / Agent Infrastructure) Team: Backend Location: Asia, Taiwan, Taipei, New Zealand, Auckland, New Zealand, Wellington, Australia, Brisbane, Australia, Melbourne,…
Game Backend Developer
As a Game Backend Developer, you will be responsible for the backend development of game systems, including architecture design, implementation, and optimization. Your tasks will involve analyzing and developing…
Senior PHP Backend Developer
Salary: $100,000 – $130,000 per year PHP Backend Developer Needed for High-Traffic Platform! Are you a PHP developer who loves making apps run faster and smoother? We need you! We are looking for a Backend Developer to…
Java Backend Engineer – Mandarin Speaking
Java Backend Engineer – Global Wave Group Location: Albany, Auckland (Office based) Working hours: 2 - 10:30 P.M. from Monday t o Friday Reports to: Head of IT Role Purpose The Java Backend Engineer will be responsible…
Game Backend Development Intern
Business Unit LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next…