Senior Research Software Engineer
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Do you have a research-based MSc MEng or PhD in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field
- Have you got strong expertise in at least two mainstream programming languages like Python Java JavaScript C Rust or Go
- Can you manage your own workload independently communicate project outcomes clearly and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
TeHerenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Senior Research Software Engineer to join Te Kura Mātai Pūkaha Pūrorohiko - School of Engineering and Computer Science on a 4-year fixed-term full-time contract.
The Senior Research Software Engineer will work for an externally funded grant Finding Understanding and Mitigating Vulnerabilities in Domestic and Global Software Supply Chains.
Key responsibilities:
- Conduct scientific and engineering projects to meet an agreed research plan.
- Solve advanced computing and software problems.
- Lead small projects.
- Contribute to concept development and the development of project plans while managing the projects software repository.
- Communicate in written and oral formats the outcomes of projects to the scientific community colleagues collaborators and clients outside academia as appropriate.
- Draft funding and commercial proposals.
- Accurately propose scope and plan research analysis and evaluation methods time and cost.
Ō pūmanawa - About you
You will be a motivated research-driven individual who functions well in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. You will have excellent communication skills and proven experience managing your own workload. You will have a passion for software development and enjoy solving advanced computing and software programmes. You will have experience in an applied research environment and be willing to engage with internal and external collaborators for the project.
Key requirements:
- Research-based MSc MEng or PhD in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field.
- Experience in academic research.
- Strong knowledge of software development software development technologies platforms and tools (source code version control containerization etc.).
- Strong expertise in programming in at least two mainstream programming languages (such as: Python Java JavaScript C Rust Go).
- Proven experience with planning and managing own work with and without supervision.
- Excellent communication technical writing analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to travel.
Role Description: Click here to see further information including salary details.
If this link is not available click apply to view this on the University careers page.
Close date for vacancy:30 October 2025.
Contact details for vacancy:If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Jens Dietrich ().
How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume such as a cover letter.
We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Arm
- Machine Learning
- Raspberry Pi
- Python
- C/C++
- Image Processing
- 5G
- OS Kernels
- Research Experience
- Firewall
- Research & Development
- Computer Vision
About Company
Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scienti ... View more
