Software Engineer

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We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and groundbreaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the Opportunity

We have a great opportunity for multiple Software Engineers to join our Strategic Surveillance HF Export Program based at Adelaide – South Australia, reporting to Software Team Leads.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and or hybrid working.

You will bring with you demonstrated previous skills and experience in the development of specialised software systems. Within our HF Export programs, you'll work on areas such as UX development, SW design and architecture, and signal processing. We have a growing team with the opportunity to constantly learn and carve out your niche in an area that interests you. You'll have interactions with many other teams and stakeholders, as well as engineers in other disciplines, and have opportunities to travel internationally.

Key Responsibilities Include

Support project delivery activities as prioritised by the Software Team Lead

Undertake assigned software engineering activities, including but not limited to rapid prototyping, update of software requirements, update of software design artefacts, code development (incl. unit testing), update and execution of software test procedures and supporting peer reviews

Actively participate in all Scrum ceremonies each sprint, including planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives, contributing to continuous improvement and team collaboration

Collaborate and self-organise, working closely with team members on a daily basis to achieve sprint goals, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and a commitment to shared success

About YOU

Full Stack development with strong front-end and back-end development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, React, or similar modern frameworks)

Experience with RESTful APIs, authentication, and third-party integrations

Experience with a variety of communications libraries, e.g. Apache Kafka and DDS, in environments with very high data throughput

Expertise in Containerisation, Kubernetes, Cloud Technologies

Strong working knowledge of programming on a Linux framework

Experience working in Agile teams, with active participation in Scrum ceremonies and sprint-based delivery

Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain a NV1 clearance

Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About Us

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing. Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the

• Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit :

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.

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Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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