AI Software Engineer Expert

• Evaluate, implement, and champion AI-assisted tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor, LLM-based assistants) across the engineering team

• Build internal tools and workflows using LLMs to accelerate development, code review, documentation, and testing

• Pilot AI use cases in V&V and QA processes - automated test generation, requirements traceability, and defect analysis

• R&D AI leadership

• Serve as the primary AI subject matter expert within R&D

• Design and deliver internal training programs to lift AI capability across the engineering team

• Partner with the Head of R&D and CTO to define the AI adoption roadmap

• Champion responsible, auditable AI practices and contribute to internal usage guidelines

• Stay across emerging regulatory guidance on AI in medical devices

• Regulated software environment

• Ensure AI-assisted processes comply with IEC 62304 and applicable quality management requirements

• Work with the quality and regulatory team to document AI tool usage within the SDLC for regulatory submissions

• Collaboration and innovation

• Identify cross-disciplinary AI applications with hardware and firmware engineers

• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the R&D team

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship., * Essential REQUIRED

• Strong software engineering background such as, Python essential, plus C++, C#, or JavaScript

• Hands-on experience integrating LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar) into real production workflows - not just prototypes

• Practical experience with AI-assisted developer tooling; able to evaluate and implement new tools rapidly

• Track record of coaching and up-skilling technical peers and able to train other team members

• Strong written and verbal communication, including documentation for both engineering and regulatory audiences

• Highly Desirable

• Familiarity with regulated software environments such as, IEC 62304, IEC 62443, UL 1069, or equivalent

• Experience in medical devices, healthcare technology, or other safety-critical industries

• Exposure to automated testing frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices

• Experience building AI-assisted tools for V&V, requirements management, or software QA

• Relevant tertiary qualification in software engineering, computer science, or related discipline

• High impact from day one. You will shape the AI strategy of a global ASX-listed healthcare technology company

• Competitive compensation and healthcare benefits package, including 401k with a 3% company match

• Collaborative team with deep domain expertise and access to the latest AI tools and platforms

• Ongoing professional development support

If you’re a software engineer who’s passionate about AI adoption and wants to LEAD a meaningful transition in a regulated, mission-driven industry, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a first-of-its-kind role at Austco. You’ll lead AI adoption across our entire R&D function - embedding practical AI into engineering, software development, and verification and validation workflows. This is not a research role. We need someone who can act, build, and lead., Austco Healthcare (ASX: AHC) is a globally distributed provider of clinical communication and workflow solutions, serving hospitals, nursing homes, and aged-care facilities across more than 50 countries. As we enter a new phase of growth, we’re investing in AI-enabled engineering to accelerate development capability and product innovation., Austco is a global manufacturer of hospital and clinical communications hardware and software. We make innovative products that help nurses and caregivers as they care for their patients. Established in Perth, Australia in 1986, Austco builds the most advanced nurse call and clinical communications technology in the world.

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