Senior Software Engineer

Employment Type: 12 months fixed term full time
Location: Canberra, ACT
Remuneration: Level 8 from $123,044 17% super + annual leave loading

About UNSW Canberra:
UNSW Canberra is uniquely positioned in the Nation’s Capital, with multiple campuses offering a dynamic and purpose-driven environment. As part of one of the world’s top 20 universities and a proud member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight, UNSW Canberra stands out for its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in everything we do.
Joining UNSW Canberra means more than just taking a job—it’s about becoming part of a community where you’re encouraged to thrive, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact. We foster a culture where innovation, collaboration, and excellence are at the heart of our work.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work. If you're looking for a career that’s both rewarding and inspiring, you’ve found the right place.

Why this role matters:
UNSW Canberra is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a high-performing, multidisciplinary research team working across artificial intelligence, ethics, computer vision, generative AI, simulations, and international humanitarian law. This role is part of a major research project developing autonomous testing systems to assess military systems in ethically complex scenarios.
You will play a key role in leading technical development, supporting digital infrastructure, and contributing to simulation environments and AI tools. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where bold ideas are encouraged and innovation is at the forefront.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide senior technical leadership and manage digital platforms supporting coding infrastructure and analysis tools
• Develop and test generative simulation and AI environments, including modelling and visualisation
• Offer DevOps guidance and manage coding support for project implementation
• Lead the preparation of research reports, software architecture documentation, and code documentation
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality, health and safety, and university policies

About You:
• A degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong DevOps and software development experience, including Unity and containerisation tools like Docker
• Experience deploying AI solutions on GPU machines or within Unity environments
• Familiarity with simulation engines (e.g. Gazebo), robotics operating systems, and generative AI
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and project tracking skills (e.g. Jira)

Eligibility:
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including verification of qualifications, criminal history, identification, and Australian work rights.
Please note: Australian citizenship is required based on the role’s security needs

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
• Flexible working options
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• 17% superannuation contributions and salary sacrifice options
• Free gym access
• A university-wide focus on wellbeing and inclusion

How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Sunday 15^th June at 11:30pm Sydney time, including your CV and a 1–2 page cover letter addressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Get in Touch:

For role-related queries please contact:
Hussein Abbas, Professor, School of Systems & Computing

h.abbass@unsw.edu.au

For recruitment process related queries please contact:
Persa Tzakis, Team Leader and Executive Resourcer

p.tzakis@unsw.edu.au

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.