Senior Software Developer

• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Job no: 520913
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Administration & Executive support, Information Technology

• Join a world-class initiative shaping the future of astronomical discovery.
• Collaborate with leading institutions in a globally connected research environment.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $116,262 - $127,078p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Australian SKA Regional Centre (AusSRC) is part of a global network supporting the SKA Observatory (SKAO), which is building the world's largest radio telescopes. AusSRC is a collaboration between CSIRO, Curtin University, Pawsey Supercomputing Centre, and The University of Western Australia, working together to support the Australian and international SKA science communities through advanced data processing and software development.

About the opportunity

• Play a key role in developing innovative software solutions for astronomical data processing.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary, regionally dispersed research team.
• Contribute to the global SKA Regional Centre Network and national radio astronomy projects.

About you

• You hold a relevant degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• You have experience developing Machine Learning or AI solutions.
• You bring strong expertise in distributed or enterprise software development.
• You communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• You have experience in astronomy or other computation-focused science domains.

Special Requirements

Occasional intrastate, interstate, and international travel may be required by the successful candidate.

Flexibility to work across time zones and outside standard hours for meetings.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday 29 August 2025

This position is open to international applicants.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have questions, contact the person listed in the ad or email with the 6-digit job reference number.

Advertised: 01 Aug 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 29 Aug 2025 W. Australia Standard Time