Senior Software Engineer

• Leads the design, development, test, and maintenance of software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards
• Active with review, analysis and translation of customer requirements into initial design of software products
• Leads development, maintenance, enhancement and optimisation of software products and functionality for systems integration
• Leads development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products
• Leads debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products
• Comfortable in handling user inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues and user feedback analysis
• History of implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development
• Supports development, establishment, monitoring and improvement of software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks
• History of execution and documentation of software research and development projects

• Strong Object-Oriented Design, C++ and Python skills
• Strong Linux skills
• Skills or domain knowledge in autonomous systems, electronic warfare, electronic sensors & sensor integration, messaging protocols and data exchange
• Prior experience utilising Computer Generated Forces (CGF) simulation applications, including open simulation standards like DIS and HLA
• Tertiary qualifications in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics and/or Electrical Engineering
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements

Past experience in software development for Defence software applications is desirable

• Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus
• Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning
• Formal reward and recognition program
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
• Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave
• Salary packaging options available
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program
• Social and community groups
• True flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements