Software Engineer - Optimisation

About the Opportunity

Are you a Software Engineer with a background in optimisation, ready to take on a technically challenging and meaningful role? This is your opportunity to design and build a smart assignment engine that improves operational efficiency and decision-making in real time.

You’ll be part of a small, high-performing internal team that works across multiple domains, lifting engineering standards, exploring new solutions, and solving complex, high-impact problems. The focus is on deep technical work, hands-on coding, and mathematical modelling, bringing abstract logic and algorithms to life through software.

This is a 12-month contract offering up to $110 per hour + Super, with flexible hybrid work arrangements (roughly 3 days from home). If you’re the right fit, there’s strong potential for long-term engagement.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings a rare combination of:

• Optimisation Expertise – You’ve tackled real-world optimisation problems (such as scheduling, resource allocation, or route planning) and can guide others in this space.
• Strong Engineering Skills – You’ve built and scaled complex systems. You’re confident working in C#, or willing to transition from another language like Python, Java, C++, or MATLAB.
• Clear Communicator – You can explain complex logic and mathematical models to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You likely have 7+ years of professional experience, with at least 3 years focused on optimisation problems—but we’re open if your experience is otherwise aligned.

Experience in time-sensitive or data-rich systems is a bonus, but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Build the core optimisation engine for intelligent task or resource assignment
• Prototype models, guide technical direction, and transition proofs of concept into production code
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and subject matter experts to solve real-world challenges
• Provide input into solution design and delivery planning
• Mentor other engineers on optimisation approaches and engineering best practices

The Benefits

• Rate: Up to $110/hour + Super
• Flexibility: Hybrid work (approx. 3 days WFH)
• Scope: High-impact work, deep technical focus, and variety across multiple problem spaces
• Longevity: This role plays a key part in a larger roadmap, with strong potential to extend or move to perm

How to Apply

• If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals, please apply. For further details or enquiries, feel free to contact Matthew Burke via email [email protected] or call (08) 6146 4466.