Software Development for Millbrook

COLETEK delivers powerful, reliable software solutions that drive real-world products — from bare-metal firmware to full-stack cloud-integrated systems. Whether you’re building a new product, upgrading a legacy system, or integrating sensors and control systems, we’ve got the experience and infrastructure to make it happen.

Our Software Development Expertise

• Embedded Systems: Real-time firmware (C/C++, ARM, STM32, ESP32, AVR, RISC-V)
• Desktop Applications: Cross-platform apps for Linux, Windows, and macOS
• Mobile Development: iOS / Android native and hybrid apps
• IoT & Edge Software: MQTT, LoRa, Zigbee, CANbus, wireless sensor stacks
• Control Systems: PID, state machines, signal filtering, cascade loops
• AI & Computer Vision: YOLO, OpenCV, TensorFlow Lite, Jetson & Pi integration
• Backend APIs & DevOps: Node.js, Python, Docker, NGINX, SQL/NoSQL
• UI/UX & HMI: React, Electron, GTK, Qt, LVGL, custom dashboards
• Advanced Shell Scripting: `bash`, `awk`, `sed`, automation pipelines

From Prototype to Production

Our development pipeline is tightly integrated with our Millbrook electronic design and Millbrook mechatronics services — meaning we don’t just “write code,” we bring physical products to life. Agile methods, version control, CI/CD, and rigorous hardware-in-the-loop testing are all standard.

Need software built around your hardware? Get in touch with our team today.

Custom firmware and application software — built in-house for real-world deployment.

At COLETEK, we empower businesses in Millbrook, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia, to harness the power of innovative software solutions. Our team of experienced engineers has successfully delivered over 150 R&D and new product development projects across hardware and software, collaborating seamlessly with clients every step of the way.

We understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in the region. Our approach emphasizes close collaboration, leveraging remote tools and periodic design reviews to ensure seamless integration across regional and metropolitan clients. We prioritize clear requirements capture, engineering trade-offs, and meticulous testing and iteration to deliver production-ready solutions that meet your specific needs.

Whether you require a proof-of-concept, prototype refinement, design review, or assistance with technical feasibility and production-readiness planning, COLETEK is your trusted partner. Our in-house prototyping lab facilitates rapid hardware and software development, testing, and refinement, ensuring the highest quality results.

Our founder and principal engineer, Luke Cole, holds a Bachelor of Engineering and a Bachelor of Information Technology, bringing over 25 years of hands-on experience to every project. He has collaborated with leading institutions like ANU, CSIRO, and NICTA/Data61, contributing to advancements in robotics, electronics, embedded systems, AI, and product development.

Let's join forces and build something remarkable together. Contact COLETEK today to discuss your software development needs and explore how our expertise can empower your business in Millbrook, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia.