Senior Software Engineer

Help Protect Road Workers with Next-Generation Safety Technology

At Acusensus, we’re on a mission to protect road workers and improve safety outcomes using intelligent, real-time technology. As a rapidly scaling Australian tech company with a global impact, we’re seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help shape the future of road safety.

This isn’t just another development job. You’ll be a foundational contributor to a greenfield product that brings together IoT, cloud, sensors, AI, and real-time data to protect workers in some of the most hazardous environments.

If you’re an experienced engineer who thrives on full-system thinking—from embedded hardware to cloud services—and wants your work to genuinely make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Who Are We

Founded in 2018, Acusensus is an ASX-listed Australian success story with offices in Australia, New Zealand, the US, and UK. We've built world-leading solutions to reduce road trauma caused by distracted driving and unsafe behaviours. Our mission is to save lives, and our values—Impact, Collaboration, Integrity, and Care—guide how we work and grow.

About The Role

Based in Melbourne CBD, you’ll be part of the Road Worker Safety (RWS) R&D team, reporting to a Lead Engineer. This position plays a crucial part in the business by providing technical leadership and supporting junior engineers, while actively contributing to the design, development, and deployment of a cutting-edge road safety system, ensuring it meets the highest standards for real-time hazard detection, worker protection, and automated safety insights.

This is not just another engineering role—it’s an opportunity to work on a truly greenfield project, giving you the chance to influence the architecture and foundational technology of a next-generation safety platform that will transform safety outcomes for road workers globally. Your work will directly support Acusensus’ global strategy, driving innovation in intelligent safety systems and contributing to a rapidly scaling international business.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and improve safety-critical systems that detect road hazards in real-time
• Own and contribute to codebases for both embedded systems and cloud services
• Build infrastructure for automated testing, deployment, and reliability
• Automate the configuration of cloud and edge devices using modern DevOps tools
• Integrate data streams from wearables, base stations, vehicles, and sensors to deliver actionable safety insights
• Test and validate systems in the field, including on-site roadside deployments
• Collaborate across teams (Operations, Sales, Product) and support onboarding of new clients
• Participate in code reviews, mentoring, and technical documentation
• Research and adopt emerging technologies to continually improve system performance and reliability
  
  

What You Bring

• 5+ years’ experience in software engineering
• Strong coding skills in C# or C++, with a willingness to specialise in C#
• Hands-on DevOps experience (especially for embedded/IoT systems)
• Experience across the full development lifecycle, from solution design to deployment
• Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
• A self-starter attitude—willing to roll up your sleeves and work across technical boundaries
• Hold full working rights in Australia
  
  

Bonus Points For

• Experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers, real-time software, or sensor technologies (e.g. cameras, radar)
• Familiarity with AWS, Linux, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, or networked system configuration
• Background in computer vision, machine learning, or real-time data streaming
• Frontend/backend web development experience (e.g. dashboards, APIs, relational databases)
• Systems architecture or prior leadership of technical initiatives
  
  

Why Join Us?

At Acusensus, you’ll be working on life-saving technology that makes a real-world impact—protecting road workers and improving safety outcomes through intelligent infrastructure. You’ll be part of a mission-driven, values-led culture where your technical leadership and ideas will directly shape a next-generation safety platform.

We’re a fast-growing scale-up with a collaborative, zero-blame team environment and a strong commitment to engineering excellence. You'll have the opportunity to work across a greenfield system, from hardware integration to cloud automation, with support to grow your skills, lead initiatives, and make meaningful contributions.

We offer flexible hybrid working (Melbourne-based), genuine career progression, and a team that has your back.

If you're passionate about building impactful technology and great teams, join us and help make a difference. Apply now via acusensus.com.au/careers or this ad. Questions? Reach out to [email protected].

All candidates selected for appointment will undergo a series of checks before an employment offer is made. We will, of course, cover the cost.

• Driver License History Check
• Police Check
  
  

At Acusensus, we're building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to drive positive change. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where creativity and authenticity are celebrated. No matter your background, if you're passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.