Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Software EngineerPrimary Location:Newcastle, NSW, AUMetso is innovating the future of bulk material handling through advanced automation.
OurAxo33product platform delivers real-time digital modelling, intelligent decision-making and high-reliability automation for mine-to-port operations, supporting critical infrastructure across stockyards, rail and shipping environments worldwide.We are seeking aSenior Software Engineerwith strong C++ backend development experience to shape core automation and sensor-processing modules within Axo33.About the roleYou will take ownership of complex C++ backend components across the Axo33 platform, with a particular focus on real-time automation logic and sensor data processing – including LiDAR and telemetry inputs.
Working closely with Product Owners, System Architects and Automation Engineers, you'll contribute to architecture, design, development, testing and deployment of robust, scalable software for real-world industrial systems.
You'll also help grow the team through mentoring and technical leadership.What you'll doDesign and develop high-performance C++ backend services and core automation componentsBuild and optimise software for processing sensor and spatial data (LiDAR, telemetry, positioning) to support automated decision-makingDevelop and maintain APIs, services and real-time communication components (WebSockets, REST)Integrate software with industrial systems, including PLC/SCADA and third-party platformsContribute to system architecture and technical decision-making for high-reliability systemsWork across the broader stack (Python, Postgres/MySQL, Linux, Git, Jira Agile)



to deliver features end-to-endMentor engineers and contribute to a strong engineering cultureImprove code quality, automated testing and deployment processesWhat you'll bringProven experience as a senior engineer delivering production-grade C++ software in complex or operational environmentsSound engineering judgement, strong problem-solving ability, and clear communication across technical and non-technical stakeholdersExperience with industrial automation, telemetry, PLC/SCADA or operational technologyA practical, independent mindset suited to software used in live operational environmentsExperience processing sensor or spatial data (e.g., LiDAR) is a strong asset.
Exposure to mining, ports or heavy industry, or MATLAB/GNU Octave is a bonus but not essential.What's in it for youPurpose-led work:Contribute to enabling sustainable modern life and transforming the industryPerformance-based bonus:Participation in the Metso Bonus program, tied to business and individual performanceHealth and wellbeing:Discounted private health insurance, fitness program access, and a confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your familyGrowth:Ongoing Growth Dialogues, the Metso Training Academy, mentoring, and internal mobility across a global businessFlexibility:Hybrid working options to support work-life balanceWhy Metso?
You'll join a cooperative Axo33 engineering team with the opportunity to shape products, influence technical direction, and deliver systems used across stockyard, rail and shipping operations worldwide – working on software where reliability, performance and safety are critical to real industrial outcomes.
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📌 Software Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 Metso
📍 New South Wales