Job description
Role overview
The Australian Centre for Robotics (ACFR) at the University of Sydney seeks a Senior Software Engineer to drive cutting-edge robotics research and development. This 12-month fixed-term position offers a competitive salary (127,610 + 17% superannuation) with potential for multi-year extension based on performance and funding. Based in Chippendale, Sydney, the role focuses on advancing field robotics systems through innovative software solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-performance software for robotics platforms
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on research and development projects
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership
- Integrate hardware and software systems for autonomous robotics applications
Requirements
- 4+ years of professional software engineering experience in robotics or related fields
- Strong proficiency in Python, C++, or similar languages
- Experience with robotics frameworks (e.g., ROS) and control systems
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex software projects
Benefits
- Competitive salary with 17% superannuation
- Opportunity to work on world-leading robotics research
- Potential for multi-year contract extension
Keywords
Pythonroboticssoftware developmentmachine learningembedded systemsC++agile methodologiesautomationcontrol systemsROS