Introduction

Brunel are partnered with a leading resource company to deliver the best work opportunities for IT & Technical professionals within Australia. We are currently seeking Senior Back End Developer - to work on a contract basis on an exciting autonomy project. For further information about this position please apply.

About this role

The Senior Backend Software Developer is a skilled individual contributor responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, scalable backend software. Working within a cross-functional squad and reporting to the Tech Lead, they collaborate closely with Domain experts and Architects to deliver high-quality software aligned with architectural direction and development standards.

This role supports the development of a next-generation fleet management and autonomy solution, enabling automated dispatch, high precision machine guidance, and control of autonomous vehicles. The systems they build form part of a complex distributed system across the data-center, control workstations and on-board hardware.

They are expected to lead by example in technical execution, mentor junior developers, and drive improvements in code quality, system performance, and maintainability.

Responsibilities

Design and implement backend services, APIs, and behaviours that meet functional and non-functional requirements.
Take responsibility of complex user stories and lead their technical execution from design to deployment.
Contribute to technical design reviews and provide feedback on system architecture in collaboration with Tech Leads and Architects.
Ensure code quality through peer reviews, automated testing, and documentation.
Contribute to codebase maintainability through refactoring, observability, and test coverage improvements.
Mentor developers within the squad, offering guidance on patterns, practices, and software design paradigms.
Collaborate with Domain Engineers to adopt and integrate shared frameworks and libraries.
Escalate technical risks or misalignments early to the Tech Lead.

Is this you?

Proven 5+ yearsʼ experience as a Software Developer or similar role.
Experience with the following technologies: C# .NET Core, Entity Framework, RabbitMQ
Experience with database technologies: SQL Server.
Experience with unit testing frameworks.
Experience with microservice architectures and containerisation using Docker or Kubernetes.
Familiarity with Linux systems.
Familiarity with Akka.net

Benefits:

Salary sacrifcing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Corporate discounts

What we offer

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go: