Robotic Process Automation Developer

Tātai Rautaki | Strategy and Planning

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• 5 weeks annual leave +5 days university holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Generous superannuation provisions (up to 6.75% employer contribution)
• Permanent position
• 37.5 hours per week

The University of Canterbury is looking for a Robotic Process Automation Developer to help transform the way we work by designing and delivering innovative automation and process improvement solutions that enhance the experience of our staff and students.

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

As a key member of our Process Improvement team, you will design, build, test, deploy and support Robotic Process Automations (RPA) that streamline operations across the University. Working closely with subject matter experts, you will translate business requirements into scalable, resilient and maintainable solutions that increase efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.

This is a hands-on role where you will take technical responsibility across the full development lifecycle — from analysing business processes and designing solutions through to deployment, optimisation, and ongoing support.

What you will be doing

• Designing and delivering automation solutions that improve business processes across the University
• Analysing workflows and identifying opportunities for automation and AI integration
• Building and deploying RPA solutions using UiPath and/or Microsoft Power Platform
• Ensuring robust exception handling, monitoring, and performance optimisation
• Supporting user acceptance testing and delivering well-documented solutions
• Troubleshooting live automations and driving continuous improvement
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders and collaborating with Digital Services and other teams.

Mōu | Who You Are

You will have strong technical capability combined with an analytical and collaborative mindset and be able to demonstrate:

• At least 4 years’ experience working with RPA platforms (preferably UiPath or Microsoft Power Platform)
• Strong workflow design and automation development skills
• Experience with C#, Visual Basic .NET, or similar scripting/programming languages
• Experience working with APIs, integrations, and data manipulation
• Strong debugging, testing, and optimisation skills
• Knowledge of IT security principles such as credential management and access controls
• Experience with cloud services or AI-enabled automation will be an advantage
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills
• An alignment with our organisation's values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With

You will join a small, cohesive team of process improvement and automation specialists who are passionate about enhancing the experience of staff and students at UC. Working closely with Digital Services and a wide range of teams across the University, you will help design and deliver scalable, fit‑for‑purpose solutions. The role offers extensive opportunities to collaborate with both professional staff and academics across UC.

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC

At UC, being part of our team means more than just a job. We are committed to supporting our kaimahi | staff’s career and wellbeing with benefits designed to help our kaimahi grow and feel connected, supported and valued. 

UC’s Benefits approach is shaped by Ngā Uara | Our Values Whanaungatanga, Tiakitanga, and Manaakitanga. They are designed to be relevant, support and inspire our people, they include:

• 5 weeks annual leave +5 days university holidays
• UC Parental Leave (up to 9 weeks paid) + 26 weeks Government paid parental leave and onsite childcare facility
• generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)
• flexible working arrangements
• professional development and study opportunities
• supportive working environment
• a wide range of retail discounts across shopping, entertainment and travel
• on-campus staff discounts including UC RecCentre
• living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• a unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as UC RecCentre and Staff Club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.

For more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about-uc/work-at-uc/benefits-working-uc

For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/

The closing date for this position is: 6 May 2026 (midnight, NZ time)

Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place before the close date.

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.

Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to WorkatUC@canterbury.ac.nz

You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role.