Join Datacom Group Limited as a Junior Application Engineer to build and configure Datascape, our flagship ERP product. Working within our Local Government team, you’ll solve real-world problems using our proprietary low-code platform. This role focuses on technical fundamentals, AI-assisted development, and modern engineering practices to deliver impactful software for local communities.
Junior Application Engineer at Datacom Group Limited
Datacom Group Limited is looking for a Junior Application Engineer to join their Auckland or Tauranga teams. This isn't just a coding job; it's an opportunity to shape Datascape, an ERP product that serves local governments and their communities. You'll work with a collaborative engineering team that values quality and innovation, using AI-assisted development and modern low-code platforms to solve real-world problems. If you have 1-2 years of experience, a background in Computer Science, and a passion for exploring the future of software engineering through AI and automation, this is the perfect place to accelerate your career.
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Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Compensation
Not Disclosed
Company
Datacom Group Limited
Role overview
Datacom Group Limited is a leading technology services provider, and this role sits within their Local Government Product Engineering team building Datascape, an ERP product that empowers communities across New Zealand and Australia through high-quality digital solutions and collaborative engineering.
What you will do
- Design, build, and test product changes using a proprietary low-code platform while adhering to established engineering patterns and practices.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and product specialists to translate complex business requirements into high-quality technical solutions.
- Investigate and troubleshoot system issues while maintaining technical documentation and participating in agile delivery activities like reviews and planning.
Who this is a fit for
- Possesses around 1–2 years of experience in a technical or software-related role, backed by a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
- Demonstrates confident, practical experience using AI tools in a professional setting and a strong desire to explore how technology evolves.
- Exhibits strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset, with a genuine curiosity for understanding complex systems and business domains.
Why this role is remarkable
- Contribute to Datascape, a major ERP product that makes a tangible difference in the daily lives of local government communities.
- Gain hands-on experience with modern engineering practices, including AI-assisted development, automation, and emerging agentic engineering tools.
- Benefit from a collaborative environment that prioritizes your growth into an exceptional engineer through mentorship and progressive ownership of delivery.
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