Absolute IT stories
Due to New Zealand's IT talent shortage and employers struggling to compete internationally with base salary, most IT jobs now provide a work/life balance.
Wellington City Council and Absolute IT discuss attracting and retaining IT talent in Wellington and building the tech sector.
Absolute IT refutes claims of gender bonus gap in NZ tech, highlighting equal perks and the complexity of median bonus data.
Aucklanders are receiving the most benefits and bonuses in the ICT industry with the city holding the largest increase in median base salary (6.7%) nationwide.
The New Zealand IT industry is set to benefit from severe Australian job cuts and reduced Trans-Tasman migration.
IT professionals look away now… as there is no change in the national base median salary, which remains at $75k across New Zealand.
Wellington's ICT sector shines as demand for talent surges, with professionals showing strong work satisfaction and less inclination to move abroad.
This year's election has been and gone, however the debate over New Zealand's cyber security and surveillance is still a hot topic.
Efforts are being made in New Zealand to encourage women into IT, with Microsoft donating $1 million to provide pathways for young Kiwis.
The ICT sector is thriving with 75% of employers planning to hire, driven by new projects. Pay rises are on the horizon as industry confidence grows.
