ReefScan System Developer

The Australian Institute of Marine Science is Australia’s tropical marine research agency.

We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, collaboration and respect. AIMS’ research of Australia’s tropical marine ecosystems guides their effective environmental management and contributes to our understanding of similar ecosystems around the world.

Our research seeks to deliver practical benefit to all Australians and supports the sustainable use of our tropical marine estate. Governments, reef managers, industry and the wider community look to our high-quality, long-term research for informed decisions about our iconic Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf, and Arafura and Timor Seas. AIMS expert teams at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to world-class infrastructure, unique datasets, cutting-edge laboratories, and a fleet of modern research vessels.

About this exciting opportunity

The position requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to translate operational needs into practical software solutions while contributing to system design, prototyping, testing, validation, and ongoing support. The ReefScan System Developer also provides technical guidance, documents software components to promote maintainability, and supports troubleshooting and continuous improvement of the ReefScan platform. By identifying and resolving technical issues, adhering to established software architecture and standards, and upholding AIMS' Code of Conduct, Strategy 2040, and organisational values, the role contributes to the delivery of innovative, reliable technologies that strengthen reef monitoring and conservation efforts.

About you

• AIMS AOF Level 5 salary ($126,440 to $138,614 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
• Full-time, Temporary (Labour hire) opportunity to 30 June 2028
• Located in Townsville (Qld)
• 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight
• Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable)
• Generous and supportive leave entitlements
• Access to Commuter car fleet arrangements to travel to site (in Townsville only)
• Employee Assistance ProgramDiscover more about Working at AIMS | AIMS.

Please note:

Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.

Position enquiries

are to be directed to Riki Lamont, Lead Electronics and Embedded Systems Engineer at [email protected]. Applications must be made through our website per above.

Applications close:

SUNDAY, 16 AUGUST 2026 (11.45PM, AEST).

AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea Country on which we work.

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