Job no: 543886
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Information Technology, Engineer
Senior Software Engineer (School of Biomedical Engineering)
- Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours a week)
- Duration: 12-Month Fixed Term contract with possibility of extension depending on funding
- Remuneration: $118,483-$128,233 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
- Location: Kensington, Sydney
About UNSW School of Biomedical Engineering
The UNSW School of Biomedical Engineering is the largest and oldest biomedical engineering school in the Southern Hemisphere. We offer cutting-edge research and high-quality education, translating innovations into clinical practice. From bionic devices to stem cell technologies and cancer diagnostics, the school is at the forefront of life-changing advancements in healthcare. Our teaching philosophy is grounded in the integration of theory and hands-on experience. Nearly every course we offer includes a practical component, ensuring students graduate with the skills and confidence to make a real-world impact. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry connections, UNSW Biomedical Engineering is shaping the future of medical technology. For more information on our school please visit School of Biomedical Engineering | Engineering - UNSW Sydney.
Details of the role
The Senior Software Engineer will work as part of a team in the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering on an Australia’s Economic Accelerator (AEA) grant which will translate existing platform-specific applications to new applications based on platform-agnostic architectures, databases and toolsets.
The Senior Software Engineer will lead the forward deployment of AI solutions, working across frontend and backend software engineering to translate research capabilities into applications for clinical testing. The role will design and implement computer vision solutions, integrate deep learning capabilities, develop and deploy machine learning models, implement pose estimation capabilities, and develop mobile applications using TypeScript and React Native.
The Senior Software Engineer will work closely with collaborators across the University, selected hospitals, and relevant institutes. The role of Senior Software Engineer reports to the Project Manager and has no direct reports.
Some key skills required:
- A Bachelor of Software Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent, with a depth of subsequent relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience with forward-deployed AI engineering, working directly with users and stakeholders to translate requirements into production solutions, together with strong frontend and backend software engineering capability.
- Demonstrated experience designing and implementing computer vision solutions.
- Demonstrated experience integrating deep learning models and capabilities into production software.
- Demonstrated experience developing, deploying, monitoring and maintaining machine learning models.
- Demonstrated experience developing pose estimation solutions.
- Proficiency in TypeScript and React Native development.
- Demonstrated high level experience and understanding of requirements in working in a medical device regulatory environment, including compliance with ISO 13485.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
UNSW Benefits and Culture
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
Pre-Employment Checks:
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to apply:
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Contact
Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
E: f.mchenry@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Tuesday 10th November before 11.30pm Sydney time
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.
Advertised: 27 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time