Our Mission: To Be Bold and ImpactfulAt Emesent, we build autonomous robotics, LiDAR mapping, and spatial data technologies that are transforming the way industries understand and interact with the physical world.
Founded in **** with deep roots in Australia's globally recognised CSIRO, Emesent has become a global leader in drone autonomy and mobile mapping solutions.With a rapidly growing international customer base and expanding product portfolio across hardware, desktop software, and cloud platforms, we are entering an exciting new phase of growth and we're looking for engineers who want to help shape what comes next.The OpportunityCortex is the software and control architecture at the heart of every Emesent scanner.
It's what takes you from handheld mapping all the way to autonomously controlling robotic systems connected to it.
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Capture team, you'll focus on the software engineering craft that makes Cortex robust and reliable: sound architecture, high-quality code, strong automated testing, and smooth deployment.You'll work hands-on across the stack with a strong focus on the software architecture and deployment of the robotics Cortex stack, from low-level C++ modules to the Python tooling that supports development work, testing, tuning, and deployment.
This is a senior individual contributor role reporting to the Capture Engineering Manager, where we're looking first and foremost for depth in software engineering.Key ResponsibilitiesSoftware Design & ArchitectureApply SOLID software engineering and architectural principles across the Cortex stackContribute to and help evolve the software architecture so it remains scalable, maintainable, and extensible as the platform and team growDesign, implement, and maintain core Cortex modules, including domains such as hardware interface, navigation, mapping, and perceptionMake sound technical trade-offs and drive design decisions that keep the stack reliable as it scalesSoftware DevelopmentWrite production-quality C++ for performance-critical componentsBuild supporting tools, test harnesses,



and analysis scripts in PythonUse Bash for scripting and automation across development and deployment workflowsDevelop software in Linux-based systemsTesting, Deployment & CI/CDOwn and expand automated testing and regression pipelines to keep the stack reliable as it growsBuild, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines and containerised development workflows (Docker)Deploy and integrate software using the GitHub and AWS ecosystemsValidate software behaviours in simulation and on physical hardware, including field trialsCollaboration & MentorshipMentor other engineers in the team, helping build their technical skills and judgementLead and participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical planningWork closely with hardware, software and product teams to translate customer and field requirements into robust softwareDocument design decisions and share knowledge across the teamAssist with support escalations raised by our clients, using the learned feedback to make our software better and more intuitive to useAbout YouYou're a senior software engineer who takes pride in engineering craft — clean architecture, high-quality code, and reliable testing and deployment.
You operate with a strong degree of autonomy, exercise sound technical judgement, and enjoy raising the bar for the engineers around you.You are effective because you can:Write clean, efficient, well-tested code in C++ and PythonApply solid software engineering and architectural principles to build systems that stay maintainable and scale with the productDesign and maintain strong testing, CI/CD, and deployment practices that keep software reliableCommunicate clearly with both engineers and non-technical stakeholders about progress and trade-offsMentor other engineers and help raise the technical bar across the teamExperience & BackgroundOur ideal profile is someone with:5+ years of professional software engineering experienceStrong proficiency in both C++ (C++20 or later)



and Python 3Working knowledge of BashExperience with the GitHub ecosystem and AWS deploymentsFamiliarity with build systems, CI/CD pipelines, and containerised development (Docker)A strong track record of automated testing and writing robust, extensible codeTrack record onworking with Linux-based systemsA degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics or a related field, or equivalent practical experienceNice to have:Some exposure to robotics or embedded systemsFamiliarity with middleware such as ROS1/ROS2Experience with robotics simulation pipelines such as Gazebo or Isaac SimFamiliarity with robotics concepts such as SLAM, sensor fusion, path planning, or control systemsFamiliarity with LiDAR, IMU, or multi-camera systemsExperience in agentic engineering, from design to codingHowever, we encourage people with some, but not all, of this background to also apply.Why This Role MattersCortex is the software that makes every Emesent scanner work, from handheld mapping to full robotic autonomy — it's what our customers are actually buying when they choose us for GPS-denied mapping and inspection.
As a senior engineer on Capture, the quality of your software — its architecture, its test coverage, and how reliably it deploys — directly shapes how our scanners and drones perform in real mines and tunnels, as do the engineers you help develop along the way.The Added Perks9-day fortnight – every second Friday offEmployee Share Option Plan (ESOP) – share in Emesent's successWork alongside a passionate and collaborative team building world-leading technologyGenuine learning and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning accessEmployee Assistance ProgramOne additional day of leave each year for your work anniversaryNovated lease optionsWhy Emesent?
At Emesent, you'll work on technology that is genuinely shaping the future of how industries capture and understand the physical world.
We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment, competitive compensation, and real opportunities for qualified growth.
Join us in pushing the boundaries of robotics and spatial intelligence.
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📌 Senior Software Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Emesent
📍 Brisbane