Curtin University of Technology Hiring for Software Developer Job at Perth Full Time

About Us

The Curtin Institute for Computation (CIC)

Data Science now fundamentally underpins the majority of internationally competitive research across all fields and disciplines. As the demand for data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence and computational skills has grown, so too has the need for a dedicated institute that can support the research community.

The Curtin Institute for Computation (CIC) was established to meet this increasing demand for computational modelling, data analytics, and visualisation. It initiates and fosters collaborative, interdisciplinary research and education programs with researchers.

Our computational specialists assist in applying computational methods across the sciences, engineering, social sciences, health science, business, and the humanities to provide innovative solutions to complex problems.

Your new role


We are seeking detail orientated software developers to join the Curtin Institute for Computation to work on industry-focused research projects ranging from automated detection of fish in video images, to generating new knowledge from massive bibliometric datasets (trillions of data points and terabytes of related content). We are particularly interested in applicants with strong skills in Django development and/or SQL. In addition, to working with a diverse cohort of colleagues, the incumbents will work across a range of projects in the fields of software development working with stakeholders across both Curtin University and industry.

Responsibilities for roles will include:

• Assist researchers or business areas to design applications and software for their research and industry applications.
• Build software tools to prepare data for training machine learning models.
• Develop tools for integrating annotation data and meta-data and to assist with developing data and meta-data standards.
• Develop suitable APIs for querying and publishing data.
• Maintain an understanding of developments in computer hardware, software systems and algorithms where they apply to the relevant discipline.
• Maintain communication with project partners and stakeholders throughout the duration of assigned projects, to ensure regular exchange of project related information and to initiate appropriate action for issues if they arise.
• Produce and maintain high-level documentation including but not limited to technical reports, code repositories, and code itself.

Why choose Curtin?

• Work on real world challenges across a variety of projects associated with academia, research, and industry
• Agile and flexible working environment with great work life balance
• The opportunity to grow, develop and diversify your own skill set
• Competitive remuneration package with 17% Superannuation

For further information on Curtin and all of our employee benefits visit https://about.curtin.edu.au/jobs/

Essential Criteria:

• A qualification in a relevant discipline (computer science, software engineering or data engineering) with considerable relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in software engineering best practice and data quality assurance.
• Extensive experience in software development and relevant web technologies such as Python, Django, JavaScript, React, Apache Airflow, Terraform and databases including proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with devops, continuous integration and deployment of Django apps or software engineering best
• Experience with test driven development.
• Cloud computing experience such as AWS, Google or Azure
• Proven skills and a high level of expertise in relevant tools and technologies and the ability to mentor and develop technical skills in fellow team members.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver software development (or closely related) projects on time and on budget with successful end-user outcomes.
• High standard of interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• The ability to work autonomously and as part of an agile team.
• Design and development experience in Django based applications and/or proficiency in SQL is a requirement for current CIC software dev positions.

Work Requirements

• Prior to appointment, the recommended applicant/s will need to have a current criminal record check in accordance with the University’s National Police Certificate Assessment Procedures.

COVID 19 – Vaccination Policy

Candidates should note that Curtin University has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy and Procedures which covers all staff, students, campuses and activities, effective 21 February 2022.

If you are invited to attend the next stage of assessments, you may be required to provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status, including your booster if eligible (or formally granted exemption) upon arrival, and if you are offered a role at Curtin, you will be required to provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination or exemption status prior to commencing employment.

Next steps


To apply, please complete the online application form via the link below, noting we cannot accept resumes sent to the below email address.

Please provide a cover letter and resume that includes sufficient information and examples relating to the relevant selection criteria (outlined above) to allow us to assess your suitability for the role.

To view a copy of the Position Description for this position, please copy and paste the following link into your browser:
https://cloudstor.aarnet.edu.au/sender/?s=download&token=b371d9e9-9551-4c63-9ea0-c9cab1182524

Applications close: 10PM (AWST) 5 May 2022

Contact details


If you have any queries in relation to the requirements of the role please contact Melanie Johnston-Hollitt, Professor on [email protected]

If you have any queries in relation to the application process please contact our careers team at [email protected].

Inclusion and Diversity at Curtin

We are committed to ensuring that Curtin has an inclusive environment, free from harassment, in which all students, staff and the community feel respected, valued and welcome.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and are committed to making reasonable adjustments to enable people with disability to participate fully in our recruitment, selection and appointment processes.
We have received recognition in this area:

• Voted one of Australia’s Inclusive Employers for 2019-2020 (Diversity Council of Australia).
• Have become one of the first Universities to receive accreditation for an Elevated Reconciliation Action Plan.
• Achieved Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation (2018-2022).
• Voted 16th best workplace for new dads in Australia (HBF – Direct Advice for Dads, 2019).

Disclaimer

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.