Software Engineer - [Archived Advertisement]

The Opportunity

• Are you experienced in designing, developing & maintaining web-based, data-driven systems?
• Do you have well-developed skills in languages such as Python & Java? 
• Join CSIRO - Australia’s premier science & technology research organisation

We are seeking a Software Engineer to work within the Scientific Data Systems (SDS) Group, part of CSIRO's National Collections and Marine Infrastructure (NCMI) business unit. We manage Marine National Facility (MNF) data from the Research Vessel Investigator and other biological collections to benefit research and industry.

You will work in a diverse team developing, deploying and maintaining innovative web tools and systems for the curation, description and dissemination of scientific data.

Your duties will include:

• Developing innovative software systems to support the tracking, publication and reuse of scientific data sets.
• Developing and maintaining web-based systems, services, and tools to manage and visualise a wide range of scientific and geospatial data.
• Stakeholder engagement and developing interoperable data systems for the dissemination of MNF data.  
• Determining client needs and taking personal responsibility for their satisfaction.

Location: Hobart, TAS
Salary: AU$85k - AU$96k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Reference: 73084

To be considered you will need:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science or Software Engineering and experience designing, developing and maintaining web-based, data-driven systems.
• Demonstrated computing skills as follows:
  • Ability to program in modern object-oriented languages (e.g. Python, Java) and experience with frameworks, libraries and languages relevant to the development of data systems and web-based applications,
  • Windows/Linux network administration skills, and
  • An understanding of modern software engineering methodologies. 
  • An understanding of DevOps principles and processes.
• Experience in, or a strong willingness to support, the standards-based management, visualisation and dissemination of scientific data.
• Familiarity with relational databases.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills, including the ability to document software, data flows and to produce manuals and reports.
• The ability to develop and meet goals, working with clients under limited direction to mutually agreed outcomes and specific deadlines.

For full details about this role please review the Position Description.

Eligibility

The successful applicant will be required to obtain and provide a National Police Check or equivalent.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Talk to us about how this role could be flexible for you. Balance

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit diverse people and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. Diversity and Inclusion Strategy

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

About CSIRO

At CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology.

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to Apply

Please apply on-line and provide your CV, as well as evidenced-based responses to the criteria, as outlined in the position description.

Applications Close

14th June 2021, 11:00pm AEST