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Design jobs in New Zealand.

21 open roles, 7 posted this week, most paying $128k to $148k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • DesignYesterday

    Product Design Lead

    Fuel50 · 51-200 employees

    A workforce transformation platform helping organizations understand capability, build skills, and enable internal mobility.

    New Zealand
    $140k-$180k a yearRemoteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading design team · Shaping product strategy · Prototyping ideas

    7+ yrs7+ years product design in SaaS, 2+ years leading designers, strong craft across discovery and interaction design, technical fluency with HTML/CSS/JavaScript, experience with AI tools, WCAG knowledge, and right to work in New Zealand.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Design2 days ago

    Mid-Level Technical Designer

    Blind Squirrel Games · 51-200 employees

    An independent game studio that collaborates with developers and publishers to create high-quality games.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Designing gameplay mechanics · Prototyping features · Collaborating with teams

    2+ yrs2+ years game industry experience, portfolio demonstrating design experience, familiarity with scripting languages (C#, Python, Lua), and strong design documentation skills.

  • Design3 days ago

    Senior Advisor Design | Secondment or Fixed Term Opportunity

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry providing social policy advice and income, employment, and housing support to New Zealanders.

    Wellington
    $103.8k-$126.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Providing strategic advice · Leading design projects · Building relationships

    Solid advisory experience, service and system design experience, policy and operational delivery understanding, human-centred design knowledge, critical thinking, communication, planning, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding.

  • Design4 days ago

    Senior Product Designer

    IDEXX · 5001+ employees

    A global provider of veterinary, water quality, and livestock health products and services.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Leading design · Conducting research · Building prototypes

    5+ yrs5+ years in product design, complex-problem portfolio, strong interaction and UI skills, mobile-first mindset, accessibility knowledge, systems thinking, and comfort with coding tools and engineer collaboration.

    Retirement savings
  • Design4 days ago

    Lead - Service Design

    Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand government ministry focused on long-term growth and change of towns, cities, and regions.

    Wellington
    $121.4k-$147.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Leading service design · Conducting user research · Facilitating workshops

    Significant experience in service design, user experience, or human-centred design; practical experience in user research, journey mapping, prototyping, and testing; strong facilitation and systems thinking; knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and te ao Māori.

  • Design5 days ago

    Senior Service Designer

    Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government department providing primary health and mental health care in correctional facilities.

    Wellington
    $105.0k-$148.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Leading service design · Conducting research · Creating design artefacts

    Proven experience in service design, service improvement, and operating model design; expertise in service blueprints, customer journeys, process maps, wireframes, and prototypes; strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Design5 days ago

    Senior Service Designer - System Design and Innovation

    Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand government ministry focused on long-term growth and change of towns, cities, and regions.

    Wellington+2 more
    $111.8k-$135.7k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Facilitating workshops · Mapping user journeys · Prototyping digital products

    Proven service design experience in public sector or regulated environments; human-centred design expertise; workshop facilitation; digital transformation experience; Agile delivery; right to work in New Zealand.

  • Design8 days ago

    Senior Experience Designer (Service Design)

    Meridian Energy · 1001-5000 employees

    Aotearoa's largest renewable electricity producer, generating 100% of energy from natural forces and retailing to over 400,000 homes, businesses, and farms.

    Wellington+1 more
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Designing customer journeys · Mapping service processes · Facilitating collaborative design

    Strong experience in service design, customer experience, or UX; proven ability to map and improve end-to-end customer journeys; facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills; experience with customer research, journey mapping, and prototyping.

  • Design9 days ago

    Industrial Designer

    Tait Communications · 201-1000 employees

    A global leader in critical communications, designing and supporting networks for public safety, transportation, and utility customers.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Designing user-centric products · Creating CAD models · Mentoring junior designers

    3+ yrsBachelor's degree (NZQA Level 7) in a relevant field; at least 3 years in physical product development; strong user-centered design knowledge; experience with PTC Creo, Blender, Keyshot, Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud; ability to work independently and collaboratively.

  • Design10 days ago

    UIUX Designer – Graduate Programme

    Valocity · 51-200 employees

    A New Zealand-founded property technology company connecting valuers, lenders, brokers, insurers, and real estate professionals.

    Auckland
    $29.90 an hourOnsiteInternshipNo experience needed

    Conducting user research · Creating prototypes · Maintaining design system

    Recently completed or near completion of a degree in UX Design, Product Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or related field; understanding of user-centred design; experience with Figma or similar tools; interest in UX research and usability testing.

  • Design10 days ago

    Senior Product Designer

    Trade Me · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand online marketplace connecting people to buy, sell, and trade.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Designing user interfaces · Contributing to design system · Advocating for UX

    6+ yrs6+ years' experience in similar design roles; proficiency in Figma and prototyping software; end-to-end portfolio; understanding of Material Design and iOS guidelines; experience in user testing and research; strong collaboration and communication skills.

    Generous leave
  • Design11 days ago

    Lead Graphic Designer

    Asahi Beverages New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A beverage company crafting iconic brands and driving innovation across Australia and New Zealand.

    New Zealand
    OnsiteFull timeContractSeniorManages people

    Leading design team · Delivering design projects · Managing workflows

    Previous graphic design experience in agency, in-house or freelance; demonstrated ability to interpret stakeholder briefs; advanced Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator); strong project management and communication skills; FMCG and packaging design experience highly regarded.

  • Design12 days ago

    Intermediate UX/UI Designer

    Autohive · 11-50 employees

    A company that unifies humans and AI to empower productivity and growth through AI agents.

    Wellington
    OnsiteContractMid level

    Designing product experiences · Conducting user research · Creating marketing assets

    2+ yrs2+ years UX/product/digital design experience; strong interaction design, information architecture, visual design; AI-native mindset; communication and collaboration; legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Design22 days ago

    Senior Product Designer

    Vista Group · 201-1000 employees

    A global leader providing software and technology solutions for the film industry.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Leading design · Mentoring designers · Advocating design excellence

    Extensive UX/UI design experience, proven product design portfolio, accessibility knowledge, Bachelor's degree in design/HCI or equivalent, expert in Figma, Sketch, Axure, XD, collaboration tools, strong communication and stakeholder management.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveFour-day week
  • Design22 days ago

    Graphic Designer - Fixed term

    Rangi Ruru Girls' School · 51-200 employees

    A high-achieving and innovative school for young women, fostering positive sporting experiences and athlete development.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Designing marketing materials · Capturing photography · Creating digital content

    3+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in graphic design and at least 3 years' professional experience; proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop); photography and photo editing skills; project management and organizational abilities.

  • Design26 days ago

    Kathmandu: Senior Graphic Designer

    Kathmandu · 1001-5000 employees

    A leading global outdoor brand committed to sustainable innovation and improving wellbeing through the outdoors.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Developing concepts · Creating campaigns · Mentoring designers

    5+ yrsRequires 5+ years of graphic design experience, a strong portfolio, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, digital and print experience, presentation skills, and strong organizational abilities.

    Retirement savings
  • Design26 days ago

    Lead Product Designer

    Kernel Wealth · 11-50 employees

    A fintech platform helping New Zealanders build long-term wealth through KiwiSaver, managed funds, savings products, and investing.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading design team · Designing product experiences · Evolving design system

    Strong experience designing customer-facing digital products, experience leading or mentoring designers, expertise with design systems, strong Figma and prototyping skills, collaborative approach, and confidence using AI tools.

    Parental leave
  • Design26 days ago

    Senior Revit Designer / Team Lead

    Stantec · 5001+ employees

    A global leader in sustainable engineering and environmental consulting, delivering end-to-end building projects.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Coordinating delivery · Managing workloads · Mentoring staff

    7+ yrsNZ certificate or diploma in CAD, drafting, or related field; advanced CAD and Revit expertise; quality and coordination skills; leadership and mentoring ability; and 7+ years of digital delivery experience.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Design27 days ago

    Graphic Designer

    Allpress Espresso · 201-1000 employees

    A coffee roastery that roasts, bags, and delivers fresh coffee across New Zealand.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Creating artwork · Developing design solutions · Applying brand identities

    3+ yrsAt least 3 years of graphic design experience; proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop); strong understanding of digital and social formats; ability to apply brand guidelines; portfolio required.

    Parental leave
  • Design27 days ago

    Digital Designer and Visualisation Specialist

    Auckland Airport · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand airport company managing infrastructure and commercial arrangements.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Producing models · Creating visualisations · Coordinating projects

    8+ yrsMinimum 8 years in large-scale complex infrastructure projects, expert BIM and rendering proficiency, and experience producing 3D visualisation content for public, media, or investor audiences.

  • Design29 days ago

    Brand Design Integration Lead - 12 Month Contract

    Fisher & Paykel · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand-based appliance brand designing products that enrich and improve people's lives.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeContractSenior

    Shaping experiences · Coordinating initiatives · Developing playbooks

    Professional experience in brand, design, content, or creative execution; strong portfolio; integrated campaign and brand systems expertise; project coordination; stakeholder management; Adobe Creative Suite proficiency.

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