Build Technology Changing the Future of Farming

At eShepherd, we're redefining how livestock is managed through industry-leading virtual fencing technology.

Combining connected devices, cloud platforms, and mobile applications, our solution helps farmers improve productivity, animal welfare, and environmental outcomes. As part of Gallagher, a global leader in animal management and security solutions, we combine the innovation and agility of a growing technology business with the backing, stability, and resources of a world-class organisation.

We're looking for a Software Engineer - Mobile App Developer to help shape and grow the mobile experience at the heart of our platform.

Why This Role Is Different

Our mobile application is the primary way customers interact with eShepherd technology in the field. As a key member of our engineering team, you'll develop features that help farmers manage livestock remotely, monitor performance, and make informed decisions wherever they are.

You'll work on meaningful technical challenges including connected devices, geospatial experiences, real-time data, and low-connectivity environments, collaborating closely with Product, Cloud, Hardware and Firmware teams to deliver a seamless customer experience.

This is a hands-on role where you'll have the opportunity to take ownership, contribute ideas, grow your technical capability, and see your work used by customers every day.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Software Engineer - Mobile App Developer, you'll contribute to the design,



development and enhancement of our React Native application across iOS and Android.

You'll:

Design, build and maintain mobile application features

Develop high-quality, scalable and maintainable code

Collaborate closely with Product, Cloud, Firmware and Hardware teams

Improve application performance, reliability and user experience

Integrate with cloud services, APIs and connected devices

Contribute to technical decisions and continuous improvement initiatives

Solve challenges associated with remote and low-connectivity environments

Take ownership of features from concept through to release

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys building products that solve real-world problems and takes pride in delivering quality software.

You'll thrive in this role if you're curious, collaborative, enjoy learning, and are motivated by seeing the direct impact of your work.

Ideally, You'll Bring

2+ years' experience in software or mobile application development

Commercial experience with React Native

Strong JavaScript and/or TypeScript skills

Understanding of iOS and Android mobile development principles





Experience delivering software features in production environments

Experience working with REST APIs

Familiarity with Git and Agile development practices

Robust communication and collaboration skills

Full working rights in Australia

Bonus Points For

Firebase experience

Mapping, geospatial or location-based services

Bluetooth or IoT-connected devices

Mobile CI/CD and deployment pipelines

Cloud platform exposure

Experience working on connected products or hardware-enabled solutions

What's In It For You?

Build technology that delivers real-world impact for customers

Work alongside experienced engineers across mobile, cloud, hardware and firmware

Gain exposure to a globally growing technology platform

Modern Melbourne office and collaborative team environment

Career development opportunities as eShepherd continues to scale

The backing, resources and stability of Gallagher combined with the pace of a technology business

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're excited by mobile development, enjoy solving practical problems, and want to help shape technology that's making a difference in the real world, we'd love to hear from you.

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We're interested in talented people who are curious, motivated, and excited about what we're building.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and an appointment to the position may be made prior to the listing closing - so apply now.

📌 Software Engineer - Mobile App Developer (Melbourne)
🏢 Gallagher
📍 Melbourne