Senior Software Engineer

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Sydney’s School of Electrical and Computer Engineering invites applications for a Software Engineer to advance wireless communications and IoT research. Based in Camperdown, you will design, implement firmware and drivers for WiFi and IoT devices, collaborating with industry partners to meet research milestones.

Appointment will be at HEO7 or HEO8 with leadership responsibilities at the higher level; you should bring strong C/C++ and Python skills and experience with RTOS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong experience in embedded software and firmware development.
• Experience with WiFi, networked or IoT-enabled systems.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
• Experience with RTOS and embedded Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement embedded firmware and drivers for WiFi and IoT devices.
• Work on STM32 and ESP32 platforms; design, develop and optimize software applications.
• Test, debug, validate, and integrate software with hardware and IoT systems.
• Collaborate with researchers and industry partners to deliver milestones.
• Prepare technical documentation and artefacts to support project delivery.
• Ensure software quality and timely project delivery.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python programming

RTOS development

Embedded Linux

WiFi / IoT

Firmware development

Education

Bachelor's degree in software engineering

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

STM32

ESP32

Git

Job description

Full time fixed term for one (1) year at Camperdown Be part of leading research in wireless communications and loT Base Salary HEO 7 $117,133 - $127,610 or HEO 8 $131,108 to $147,858 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Sydney is one of Australia's leading centres for research and education in telecommunications, embedded systems, artificial intelligence, robotics, computing and emerging digital technologies. The School is internationally recognised for delivering innovative research and industry partnerships that address real-world challenges and shape the future of technology. We are seeking to appoint a Software Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge research and development in wireless communications. This role will work closely with industry partners to design, develop and implement firmware and drivers for WiFi and IoT devices, supporting innovative applications in IoT and telecommunications. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a collaborative research environment while contributing to cutting-edge technologies with real-world impact. Appointment will be made at HEO7 or HEO8 depending on the successful candidate's experience, technical expertise and demonstrated leadership capability.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• develop and implement embedded firmware and driver solutions for WiFi and IoT devices
• including STM32 and ESP32 platforms design, develop and optimise software applications using C/C++ and Python develop real-time applications in RTOS and embedded Linux environments
• undertake testing, debugging, validation and integration of software solutions with hardware and IoT systems
• collaborate with researchers, technical staff and industry partners to deliver project milestones and research outcomes
• provide technical advice and contribute to the development of innovative wireless communication and IoT solutions
• prepare technical documentation, reports and software artefacts to support project delivery and knowledge transfer
• ensure software quality, reliability and effective project delivery against agreed timelines

Additional expectations for appointment at HEO8:

• provide expert technical leadership across software development activities and research projects
• lead software architecture and design decisions for complex embedded systems
• mentor and develop junior engineers, researchers and technical staff
• contribute to technical strategy and stakeholder engagement across industry and research collaborations

About you

For appointment at HEO7, you will demonstrate:

• a bachelor's degree in software engineering
• computer engineering
• computer science
• electrical engineering or a related discipline
• or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• demonstrated experience in embedded software and firmware development
• experience developing WiFi
• networked or IoT-enabled systems
• strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python programming
• experience developing applications in RTOS and embedded Linux environments
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

For appointment at HEO8, you will additionally demonstrate:

• experience leading the design and development of complex embedded software platforms
• recognised technical expertise in wireless communications
• IoT technologies or embedded systems engineering
• demonstrated ability to provide expert technical advice to researchers, industry partners and project stakeholders
• experience mentoring technical staff and contributing to capability development
• proven ability to lead complex technical projects and influence project outcomes through sound judgement and technical leadership.

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 and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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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Applications Close Thursday 15 October 2026 11:59 PM