Senior Software Engineer

Universal Motion Simulation – Waurn Ponds VIC Are you ready to work on cutting‑edge defence‑focused simulation technologies? We are seeking passionate and talented individuals to join our team as a Senior Software Engineer. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven by innovation, we want to hear from you About Us UMS headquarters are based in a unique advanced manufacturing innovation hub on the Deakin University Waurn Ponds Campus, Waurn Ponds, Victoria. UMS designs and manufactures reconfigurable, high‑fidelity motion simulators for military driver training. Our core product, the Reconfigurable Driver Simulator (RDS), is a highly dynamic motion platform consisting of a six‑degree of freedom robotic arm, interchangeable replica vehicle cabins, haptically enabled control devices and immersive simulation environments featuring detailed vehicle dynamics and terrain modelling. UMS design and supply the Australian Army our Reconfigurable Driver Simulator (RDS), a high‑fidelity simulated driver training system for existing and future armoured vehicles. UMS is currently contracted to the Commonwealth of Australia to supply and support RDS systems in state‑of‑the‑art simulation facilities, at Australian Army bases in Puckapunyal and Townsville, with future growth in Australia and internationally. About the Roles Working as a Senior Software Engineer at UMS will provide you the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge defence‑focussed simulation technologies. You will be responsible for analysing, designing and testing the software components leading to product and project deployment, and be intimately involved in the full life cycle of software engineering activities to advance and deliver our RDS. Responsibilities Design, develop, and test software in C++, Rust, and other languages, including databases, scripts, plugins, and user interfaces. Evaluate and integrate third‑party and in‑house software systems, implement error handling, and ensure software verification and validation. Collaborate with third‑party software suppliers and stakeholders to deliver on our unique projects. Required Skills Tertiary qualifications in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Certifications in relevant technologies. Experience programming in C++ and/or Rust and its related frameworks. Agile and waterfall development experience. Previous experience in a software company. Familiarity with Rust, Jira and git. Benefits A flexible work environment. Excellent onsite facilities on one of the largest university campuses in Australia. Free onsite parking. A company Employee Assistance Program. If you are ready to make a significant impact and take on new challenges, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and be a part of our innovative team at UMS To attain a copy of the position description, please contact us today at **@unimotionsim.com Your application must include a current CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and suitability for this role. Please note as part of UMS’ recruitment process you will be required to complete employment verification checks, including a police check. Requirements for Selection Hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance. Undertake employment verification checks, including a National Police Check. UMS respectfully requests no agency submissions at this time. Be careful – Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don’t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr