Queensland Rail

Software and Systems Engineer

Queensland Rail  •  $126k - $133k/yr  •  Brisbane, AU (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Take Your Software/Systems Engineering Career to the Next Level with Queensland Rail.

Are you ready to drive innovation and make an impact in the rail industry? Queensland Rail is seeking talented Software and Systems Engineers/Developers to join our Operational Systems Engineering (OSE) team. With full-time, permanent roles available, this is your chance to contribute to the continuous improvement of world-class capabilities and systems.

Benefits that count

We offer a range of attractive benefits, all designed to help you bring your best.

  • Full-time permanent role offers stability and opportunities for career growth within Queensland Rail.
  • Salary package $126,000 - $133,000 (excluding 12.75% Superannuation).
  • Support for your career and professional development (CPD) and via internal and externally delivered courses.
  • Options for flexible working.
  • Four weeks annual leave with 17.5% annual leave loading.
  • Long service leave entitlements on completion of 7 years continuous service.

And more! Click here to see the full range of benefits available to Queensland Rail employees.

About the Role

  • Permanent Opportunities
  • Brisbane CBD
  • Exposure to wide range of technologies

Join the OSE team, where you'll work on business and safety-critical software, focusing on Train Control Systems (TCS). You'll collaborate in an agile environment, tackling complex engineering challenges, driving scalability, and enhancing system performance.

What You'll Do:

  • Develop, integrate, and maintain software systems
  • Support the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Engage with stakeholders, customers, and vendors
  • End to end project support or delivery
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovative solutions
  • Occasionally travel to project sites with overtime opportunities (with increased earning potential)

What You'll Bring:

  • Experience in system requirements, design, architecture, and integration
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
  • A passion for learning, collaboration, and delivering results

Bachelor Engineering Electrical/Computer Science degree (or QR accepted equivalent).

Technologies You'll Work With:

  • Microsoft environment, C#, C++, .NET framework
  • AMQP, PowerShell, SQL, SCADA
  • Web Apps, Azure, and procedural programming languages

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future.

Join us in shaping Queensland's Rail future and apply to Software and Systems Engineer (11668) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Thursday 16th July 2026.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

At Queensland Rail we are 1TEAM and our diverse workforce enables us to connect communities every day. We are committed to building inclusive and respectful workplaces for all our people, strengthened by our diversity and encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, all genders, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ community and people with disability, of all ages and backgrounds.

We strive to provide a barrier free and equitable recruitment experience.

If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Ben Hogan via the phone number or email below.

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks. We may also be considering more than one vacancy under this advertisement and some roles may also be advertised externally.

For roles that have pre-employment qualifications, QR will also be required to do formal qualification verification processes to ensure qualifications align to QR's requirements.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Ben Hogan with your specific enquiry via ben.hogan@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.

Queensland Rail

About Queensland Rail

Queensland Rail is an integrated customer and rail infrastructure business with around 6000 staff, $6.9 billion in assets, 216 stations and more than 6,500 kilometres of track across Queensland. Our purpose is to provide a safe, reliable, on-time, value for money and customer focused rail service that benefits the community, supports industry and is integrated with Queensland’s public transport system.

For over 150 years, we've played a vital role in linking people and places across our state, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and shape a brighter, sustainable future.

Our purpose-driven culture revolves around three key pillars:

Purpose that Counts: Every moment matters here. Whether you're at a station or behind the scenes, your contribution impacts lives across Queensland. Join us on a journey towards a world-class rail service that truly makes a difference.

People who Count: Our team is the heart of everything we achieve. We're a diverse group united by our passion for connecting communities. Together, we weather challenges, support each other and build lasting relationships.

Progress that Counts: Your career journey matters to us. Queensland Rail offers meaningful pathways for development and growth. As we expand and embrace exciting projects like Cross River Rail and the upcoming 2032 Olympics and Paralympics, there are abundant opportunities to shape the future of rail and your own career.

Why Join Us:

There has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future. If you're looking to make a real impact and be part of a team that values connection, community and progress, Queensland Rail is the place for you.

Together, we'll shape the future of rail and make a difference across Queensland.

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Brisbane, AU
Year Founded
1865
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