Optimisation Software Engineer
Vacancy Number: TR-249774
Australia, Perth CBD
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 6-9 Years
Education Level: Academic Bachelor
Information Technology
Closing: April 26, 2025
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 a Optimisation Software Engineer - to work on a contract basis on an exciting autonomy project.
What are you going to do
The Domain Engineer is a highly skilled software engineer with a strong mathematical foundation, specializing in optimization algorithms. This role requires a unique blend of expertise in linear programming, operations research, and software development to modify and improve on algorithms and methods used in existing products. With a proven track record of delivering high-performance, scalable solutions, they will collaborate with domain experts, architects, and development teams to assist in improving existing algorithms within the existing product suite.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain the assignment engine which dynamically allocates tasks to autonomous assets under management of the product suite, leveraging linear programming, combinatorial optimization, and real-time data integration.
- Collaborate with Architects, Development teams, Verification teams, and other domain experts to translate operational requirements into detailed, high-quality algorithm specifications.
- Provide expert guidance in solving complex optimization problems, such as minimizing idle time, optimizing routes, and balancing fleet utilization in mining operations.
- Work with architects to create detailed development work packages for the algorithm improvements, ensuring alignment with system architecture and operational goals.
- Contribute to the product delivery plan by providing insights into optimization-driven software development timelines and dependencies.
- Mentor other engineers, sharing expertise in mathematical optimization and software development to accelerate team growth and knowledge sharing.
- Actively participate in technical discussions, advocating for solutions that balance computational efficiency with practical mining operational needs.
Essential skills and knowledge
- Bachelor's or Higher degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or a related field-or equivalent industry experience.
- 7+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on optimization algorithms, ideally in autonomous systems or logistics.
- Deep understanding of linear programming, integer programming, and heuristic optimization techniques.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C# with experience implementing mathematical models in production-grade software.
- Familiarity with real-time systems, microservices, and asynchronous processing to handle dynamic data inputs from mining operations.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex, multi-variable problems by collaborating with cross-functional experts.
- Passion for staying current with advancements in optimization techniques, autonomous systems, and software engineering practices.
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:
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- Resume
- Cover Letter (optional)
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