Senior SAS Developer

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Help shape the future of education in New Zealand


Help shape the future of Education

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

About this role | Mo tenei turanga



We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior SAS Developer to join a high-impact team supporting the Ministry's enterprise data platforms. This role is central to the development and evolution of our data warehousing and business intelligence solutions that underpin data and insights across the education sector.


This is a core Data Warehousing team with the opportunity to contribute to defining ways of working and ensure collaboration occurs across both Data and Digital Delivery. Supported by Digital Practices, the team plays a key role enabling greater use of data for the Ministry, the schools, and our learners.

Salary range: $++,4+6 - $120,6+0 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here Senior SAS Developer

About you | Mohou ake

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Maori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Maori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.


To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Prior experience within the New Zealand Government would be an advantage but not essential.
Experience in the use and development of data warehousing and BI reporting technologies.
A good understanding of database and data warehouse concepts, with demonstrated experience in Ralph Kimball and data vault data warehouse approaches.
Extensive use (8+ years) of the SAS platform and tooling in a professional context.
Ability to mentor and share knowledge with SAS users.
Exposure to working with agile software development methodologies and an understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Experience in data analysis, modelling and reporting.
Advanced problem solving and data analytical skills
Broad understanding of software languages and business intelligence tools, such as R, PowerBI, C#, Python or Java.
An interest in Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment automation.
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
About our group and team | Matau ropu ake

Matihiko | Digital leads the Ministry's technology strategy, overseeing digital and data services, driving the cross-agency Connected Ako strategy, enabling system-wide digital investment, and aligning with government digital and data best practices.

Its two core responsibilities are:

; Operating a secure, resilient digital environment for the Ministry, including networks, devices, tools, and data infrastructure.

; Managing digital services that support the education sector's funding, enrolment, assessment, identity, and school network needs.
Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the `apply' button. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share. We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

The Ministry of Education has exclusively partnered with Momentum Consulting. Apply now, or for a confidential discussion, please contact Caolan Keegan, Principal Consultant and Managing Partner on

+64 27 515 5141 or email CaolanKeegan@momentum.co.nz

Applications close Midnight Friday 18 July 2025

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. Read more