Automation Graduate

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 74,734 - 91,341; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training

Industry-recognised certifications

Mentoring and support

Career acceleration programs

Collaborative work culture

Hybrid work options available

Job summary

A leading Australian university is seeking an Automation Graduate to join their Automation & Innovation Hub. The role involves delivering solutions using Python and Blue Prism within a dynamic team. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science and strong programming skills. This opportunity offers full training, mentorship, and a competitive salary. The position is located in Sydney, starting January 2026.

Qualifications

• Strong academic performance (Credit average minimum).
• Relevant working rights for full time employment in Australia.
• Experience in programming languages such as Python, C++, C#, or Java.

Responsibilities

• Deliver automation solutions in an agile team.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and manage project communications.
• Troubleshoot and fix issues in automated processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Python

C++

C#

Java

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Blue Prism

Selenium

Google Cloud

Microsoft Azure

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Automation Graduate role at University of Sydney.

• 3 x Full time, 3-year fixed term opportunities to fast track your career as an Automation Graduate within the University's Automation & Innovation Team starting January 2026


• Seeking graduate students (completing studies in Semester 1 or 2 of 2025), Gain invaluable professional experience from our structured three-year graduate program


• Base Salary $83,038 + 17% superannuation

Join the Innovation Revolution: Unleash Your Potential as an Automation Graduate!

Are you a bright and enthusiastic software engineering university graduate or final-year student from the University of Sydney? If so, brace yourself for the opportunity of a lifetime! The University of Sydney's 2025 Graduate Program Automation Stream is calling for talented individuals to join our cutting-edge Automation & Innovation Hub (AI Hub). The AI Hub's services include robotic process automation (virtual robots that perform complex tasks on a computer), chatbots, dashboards and other bespoke programs leveraging AI and Machine Learning components.

As a key member of our AI Hub, you'll play an integral role in designing and deploying software solutions that will elevate the University experience for students and staff alike. Get hands-on with a diverse array of exciting technologies such as:

• BluePrism (Robotic Process Automation)


• Python-based automation


• Google Cloud

As you grow and gain valuable experience, you'll have the opportunity to tackle complex innovation projects, integrating cutting-edge tech like Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Time Series Forecasting, and Optical Character Recognition (OCR).

At the AI Hub, we're invested in your growth and success. Enjoy an array of career boosting opportunities, including fully-funded training, mentorship programs, and coaching sessions. Gain industry-recognized certifications and build a solid foundation for a prosperous career in the tech industry.

Through our consulting nature, you'll rapidly expand your horizons by collaborating with various operational areas of the University. Empower them with bespoke solutions to their unique challenges and witness the real impact of your work.

Join an award-winning Graduate Program that takes pride in nurturing exceptional talents like you. Develop transferable skills that will set you apart in the industry, while building lasting connections with top professionals. Learn and develop with a cross functional graduate cohort with fun social programs and networking events.

This is your chance to shine and shape the future of automation! Apply now to seize this exhilarating opportunity and make your mark at the University of Sydney's Automation & Innovation Hub!

Responsibilities

• deliver automation solutions in an agile team


• build relationships with stakeholders and manage project communications


• troubleshoot and fix issues in automated processes


• identify and implement process improvements.

Benefits

• fully funded training and industry-recognised certifications


• mentoring and support throughout the program


• opportunity to gain transferable skills, with exposure to various technologies and platforms such as:
  
  
  
  • Generative AI
  
  
  • Natural language processing
  
  
  • Machine learning
  
  
  • Optical character recognition (OCR)
  
  
  • Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud
  
  
  • Blue Prism
  
  
  
  


• competitive salary and access to various career acceleration programs


• fun and collaborative work culture with social programs


• hybrid work options available.

Eligibility

• recent graduate or final-year student (completing studies by end of Semester 2, 2025) from the University of Sydney


• strong academic performance (Credit average minimum)


• relevant working rights for full time employment in Australia.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Software Development, Software Engineering, Computing, Information Technology, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience


• experience with any of the following programming languages: Python, C++, C# or Java


• ability to communicate effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• experience with browser-based automation such as Selenium


• strong programming skills


• experience with robotic process automation (RPA) tools such as Blue Prism, UiPath and Robocorp.

Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment 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

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 that 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

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Sade Mintah Recruitment Operations on 8627 8660 or by email to [e-mail]

The University of Sydney

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Desired Skills and Experience
ICT Graduate, Computer Science, software engineering, BluePrism (Robotic Process Automation), Python-based automation, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure