Senior Software Engineer

• 2 x Full time, 12 months fixed term positions. Located at the Faculty of Engineering on the Darlington Campus
• Opportunity to provide your software engineering skills to the Australian Centre for Robotics
• Base Salary, HEO 7 $108,557 – 118,267 p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Australian Centre for Robotics (ACFR) are looking to appoint 2 x Senior Software Engineer s to join the team. This role is expected to utilise training, specialised technical expertise and scientific knowledge to contribute to the development, testing and deployment of ground and/or airborne robotics and related systems, with a particular focus on software systems design.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be required to design, deploy and manage research & development (R&D) software projects in field robotic applications, and engage with industry partners and the public. You will provide software engineering design and assist the team lead and project manager in the planning of technical tasks, management of associated risks, conducting field trials and technical report writing.

There will be an expected requirement for occasional travel to rural areas within NSW and/or interstate supporting fieldwork operations in this role.

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About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who has:

• tertiary qualifications in Computer, Electrical or Mechatronics engineering (or equivalent) together with relevant training and experience
• experience with machine learning (ML), processing data from various forms like point cloud & images, as well as path planning & optimisation will be considered a great plus
• experience working with and writing software for Linux systems and/or Robot Operating System (ROS) framework
• ability and willingness to solve problems “in the field” and cooperate/help team members in non-software issues for achieving field objectives
• exceptional skills in programming languages mainly C++, Python, bash and Matlab with at least 3 years’ software development experience
• a sound knowledge and experience in developing multi-threaded and/or multi-process applications as well as thorough understanding of object-oriented design
• experience in writing graphical user interfaces and/or knowledge of Mavenlink framework (desirable).

To apply, please submit a separate document in addition to your cover letter and CV which summarises projects you have contributed to in the field of software engineering for robotics (or similar).

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Please address the selection criteria in your application (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) which can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au .

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Applications Close

Tuesday 23 July 2024 11:59 PM