Software Engineer (Developer)

About the Client

Our client is a highly respected Federal Government organisation at the forefront of Australia's national security, cyber capability, and technology innovation. Operating within a mission-critical environment, they deliver advanced technical solutions that support some of the country's most important intelligence and security objectives. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that directly supports Australia's national interests while working alongside highly skilled technical professionals in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join a high-performing team responsible for developing, integrating, and supporting complex software solutions within a secure operational environment. Working within an Agile development framework, you will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining software applications and automation capabilities, while ensuring systems remain reliable, scalable, and fit for purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining complex software applications and services
• Enhancing existing automation capabilities and contributing to the design of new solutions
• Integrating commercial and government-off-the-shelf software products
• Translating technical designs into scalable and maintainable software solutions
• Monitoring and supporting operational systems and infrastructure
• Implementing and maintaining automated testing frameworks
• Designing and developing database solutions for operational environments
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across software development and deployment processes
• Providing technical expertise and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes

The Successful Candidate

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong software engineering experience and the ability to deliver quality solutions within complex and secure environments.

You will ideally possess

• Commercial experience developing software using languages such as Python and Java
• Experience with modern automation and configuration management tools including Puppet, Ansible, and Docker
• Experience developing front-end applications using React
• Strong software design and development capabilities
• Experience with systems integration, build, release, and deployment activities
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work effectively within Agile delivery teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.

We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Location

The role is based in Canberra ACT.

Contract terms

12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month extensions

Experience Level

APS6 Equivalent

Security Requirements

Candidates must hold an active or reactivatable Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Security Clearance on submission. Our client is not looking to upgrade an existing clearance for this position. An OSA will be required for this position.