SeniorSoftwareEngineerC/C++

The Squiz product team is working to deliver a cloud-based Digital Experience Platform (DXP) with several core capabilities including Content Management, Search, Web Optimisation, AI Conversation and Platform services. We're seeking a **Senior Software Engineer** to join our Product Engineering team on a **12 month fixed-term contract** basis and contribute to a core strategic initiative: the modernization of our proprietary **PADRE search engine core**. This foundational system was originally built by **CSIRO** , and transforming it represents a unique opportunity to work with Australian heritage technology at the deepest level. You will be part of a team transforming its architecture and performance for the next generation of the Squiz Digital Experience Platform (DXP). The primary focus for this role will be contributing to the **rewrite of our existing C-based PADRE search core into modern C++.** This work is critical to decoupling its architecture and improving its overall performance to keep our search engine market competitive. You'll be working on Information Retrieval (IR) concepts like indexing and query processing at a fundamental level. This role is open to all candidates on the **east coast of Australia and is hybrid** , allowing you to work where and when works best for you. ### What You Would Do (The Role Day to Day) * Work within a team of 3-5 software engineers to help build our Digital Experience Platform. * Develop robust C/C++ application code which meets all technical requirements. * Contribute to the **C to C++ core rewrite** and architectural decoupling efforts. * Collaborate with team members to generate User Stories, Acceptance Criteria and estimates. * Write and maintain software documentation. * Ensure adherence to strong understanding of testing principles and help implement testing strategies to improve software quality and robustness. ### Experience We Ask For We ask that you can demonstrate the following experience: * Bachelor’s or Mas