* 2 x Full time, 12-month fixed term positions
* Location: Faculty of Engineering, Darlington Campus
* Base Salary $112,628 - $122,702 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The Australian Centre for Robotics (ACFR) is seeking two Senior Software Engineers to contribute to the development, testing, and deployment of ground and/or airborne robotic systems, with a focus on software systems design.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will:
* Design, deploy and manage R&D software projects in field robotics
* Engage with industry partners and the public
* Support the team lead and project manager in planning, risk management, field trials, and report writing
* Occasionally travel to rural NSW and/or interstate to support fieldwork
About you
* A degree in Computer, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent)
* Strong programming experience (C++, Python, Bash, Matlab; min. 3 years)
* Experience with Linux systems and/or Robot Operating System (ROS)
* Knowledge of object-oriented design, multithreaded/multiprocess applications
* Ability to work independently and solve technical problems in the field
* Experience with ML, point cloud/image processing, path planning (desirable)
* Experience in GUI development and/or the Mavenlink framework (desirable)
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
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
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