Software Engineer - Workflows

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Role highlights

• Design and implement high-performance scientific workflows for data reduction pipelines in HPC environments.
• Enjoy flexible hybrid work arrangements, with strong team collaboration whether you're in the office or working remotely.
• Inclusive and supportive team culture, where asking for help is encouraged and generously given

The opportunity

Join our team as a Software Engineer – Workflows, contributing to the development and maintenance of science data processing pipeline solutions. This role suits an expert Python programmer with experience in scientific workflows and high-performance computing (HPC), who thrives in collaborative, purpose-driven environments.

In this role, you’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that benefits from flexible hybrid work arrangements, ensuring that support is never far, whether you’re onsite or working remotely. We take pride in our work and value scientific advancement, and meaningful, long-term impact over commercial gain.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and if you’re curious, collaborative, and keen to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Your high-level duties will include:

• Analysing, designing, and implementing robust workflows for HPC data reduction pipelines.
• Optimising and monitoring performance of data workflows, applying continuous improvement practices.
• Collaborating with development, QA, science, and operations teams to support a DevOps culture.
• Troubleshooting complex technical issues and contributing to best-practice testing in HPC environments.
• Maintaining clear documentation for workflows, processes, and training.

Role particulars

Location and office arrangements: Perth (Kensington), WA or Sydney (Marsfield) NSW; hybrid working available.

Salary: AU$114,219.00 - AU$123,605.00 (pro rata for part-time), plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure & work schedule: Specified term of 2 years; full time

Reference: 99077

As the successful candidate, you will bring:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree relevant to software engineering/computer science, or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency in Python
• Experience deploying and operating applications in Linux environments.

For full details about this role, and other criteria, please review the Position Description.

Not sure if you meet all the criteria?

While it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria, there are many ways to demonstrate this. Don’t let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying, please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.

Setting you up for success

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible to everyone. We recognise that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. Please contact Cristina O’Brien via email: cristina.obrien@csiro.au and let us know how we can support you.

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.

Inclusion and belonging

Solving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.

CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications close

Monday 18 August, 11:00pm AEST