• Research Computing Centre (RCC)
• Full-time, fixed-term position until July 2027
• Base salary will be in the range $91,658 - $98,330+ 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

Are you a skilled software engineer with a passion for building digital infrastructure that drives real-world research impact? The University of Queensland's Research Computing Centre (RCC) is seeking a Research Software Engineer to design and maintain innovative web-based solutions that empower researchers across disciplines.

In this role, you'll develop and support full-stack applications, leveraging technologies such as Velocity, VueJS, React, Java, and Python on UQ's high-performance and cloud computing systems. You'll collaborate closely with scientists to create user-friendly platforms that lower barriers to advanced computing and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Join a team at the forefront of research technology and make your mark by helping shape the tools that power the next generation of scientific innovation.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Design, develop, and deploy user-focused web applications and microservices that support high-performance and cloud computing access for researchers.
• Maintain and enhance existing digital research infrastructure to ensure stability, security, and usability.
• Collaborate with researchers and project teams to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions that meet evolving research needs.
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives to uphold best practices in software development.

About Research Computing Centre

The Research Computing Centre (RCC) is a university level centre that provides coordinated management and support of the University's sustained and substantial investment in e-Research. RCC is an innovative and multidisciplinary environment that supports collaboration to facilitate discoveries in science and engineering, humanities, and social sciences, through advanced computation, data analysis and other digital research tools. RCC aggregates expertise in core e-Research technologies, such as Cloud Computing, Data Management, High performance Computing (HPC), Workflow Tools and Visualisation.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• A degree in IT, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience in software development.
• Proficiency in full-stack development, including back-end languages (Java, Python) and front-end frameworks (Velocity, VueJS, React).
• Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases, and familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or OpenStack.
• Strong understanding of Linux environments, containerisation tools (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes), and microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and secure coding principles.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to manage tasks independently and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please Dr Mark Endrei, Senior Principal Software Engineer/Developer at [email protected] For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
• Resume

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory.

Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Friday 18th July 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-52804). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week of the 21st July 2025.