Chrysos Corporation required a Senior Software Engineer to support the ongoing development of the software underpinning its PhotonAssay™ minerals analysis systems. The role sat at the intersection of complex data management, system control, remote diagnostics and new product development, requiring deep technical capability alongside the ability to operate in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
The ideal candidate needed strong experience in modern software engineering practices, cloud-based systems and DevOps, with the maturity to contribute to design decisions and collaborate closely with engineers, scientists and product leaders.
This was a highly specialised role within a competitive market for senior software engineers. Chrysos required someone with depth across backend systems, microservices and CI/CD pipelines, as well as the judgement to work on mission-critical systems deployed in remote and operational environments.
Beyond technical skills, cultural alignment and communication capability were essential, given the collaborative nature of the team and the impact of the software on customer operations.
TESS Search Partners undertook a targeted search focused on senior engineers with experience delivering complex, enterprise-grade systems across regulated or high-stakes environments. Particular emphasis was placed on candidates with proven longevity, adaptability and the ability to translate technical complexity into practical outcomes.
Jefferson Monteiro emerged as a strong match, bringing over 15 years of experience across financial services, industrial automation and global enterprise environments. His background in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, cloud platforms and automation aligned closely with Chrysos’ technical requirements, while his experience supporting critical systems demonstrated the level of rigour and reliability required for the role.
Jefferson was appointed as Senior Software Engineer and has joined Chrysos to support the ongoing development, optimisation and future evolution of the PhotonAssay™ software platform. His depth of experience, calm technical leadership and collaborative approach have positioned him well to contribute to both current systems and new product initiatives.
Chrysos secured a senior engineer with the technical depth, maturity and adaptability required to support a globally deployed, mission-critical product, while strengthening the capability of its software team for the long term.
