Software Engineer – Defence & Emerging Technologies

    • Job ID: 51594560
    • Location: Mawson Lakes, Australia
  • Category: Software Engineering
  • Employment Type: Full time

Job Description:

Work on complex, technically challenging projects supporting Australia's Defence capabilities. From software development and systems integration to AI, big data, DevOps and emerging technologies, you'll work alongside talented engineers solving problems that have a real-world impact.

Why join DXC’s defence team?

At DXC Technology, we don't just believe in a mission; we live it. DXC’s defence team is dedicated to supporting the people serving and protecting Australia. Our mission is clear: to be at the forefront of problem-solving and applying innovative technology to help the Australian Defence Force (ADF) achieve its critical objectives.

Joining DXC means building a career in an elite and highly intellectual environment that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible, while directly contributing to national defence.

DXC’s defence division has an exceptional track record in retaining employees because of our supportive and flexible work-life culture, meaningful projects, variety of work, and opportunities for imaginative problem-solving.

What you will be doing

We’re seeking highly skilled and purpose-driven software engineers to join the defence team based in Mawson Lakes, South Australia, developing skills that will be in high demand for the foreseeable future.

In this team, you’ll work on cutting-edge cybersecurity related projects that have real-world applications, while supporting the defence industry’s critical mission of protecting our country. We’re looking for individuals who are drawn to the challenges and projects of the defence industry, and who want to contribute to something bigger than themselves.

Who you will be working with

You’ll work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, contributing your skills to complex projects that require innovative solutions, joining a team that is focused on software development, integration, and collaborating closely with other technical and non-technical teams to ensure that project requirements are met.

What will keep you busy

As a software engineer on our team, you’ll follow Agile software development methodologies across various elements of the software development and systems integration lifecycle including:

Business Analysis – Working with client teams in a highly technical environment to understand their business needs, elicit requirements, and improve their processes.

Systems Architecture – Working with client teams to develop or shape their systems architecture to ensure modern big-data platforms can be utilised efficiently, effectively and securely.

Systems Engineering – Working with client teams to plan the integration of multiple large complex systems and break down the overall solution into smaller components for separate engineering teams to deliver.

DevOps – Working as a member of the team to automate and simplify development, testing, deployment, monitoring and maintenence processes utilising technology like Gitlab, SonarQube, and Kubernetes.

MLOps – Working with client teams to help them automate and simplify their machine learning workflows and deployments.

Infrastructure – Working as a member of the team helping to provision, configure and secure development, QA and Production environments.

Testing – Working as a member of the team to ensure we have testable requirements, testable designs, and that client requirements are being met by our solutions.

Technical Writing – Working as a member of the team to ensure our solutions are well documented so they can be understood by the intended audiences, including preparing for client design reviews and security accreditation processes.

The languages, environment and tooling you’ll have experience in and enjoy working with:

Languages: C, C++, C#, Python, Java, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, PHP, Golang

Environments: Linux, Virtualisation, Kubernetes (Containerisation), Visual Studio Code, Eclipse, Windows

Tools: Git, Gitlab, Bitbucket, JIRA, Jenkins, Bamboo, PostgreSQL, Redis, Mongo, Elasticsearch, Kafka, AI

The skills you will bring

  • Knowledge of software development processes, tools, applications, and an intermediate to advanced skill in at least one modern software language, ideally with experience in at least two relatable languages
  • Ability to establish consistency and traceability between software requirements, system requirements, and software design
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, including working in a team environment and representing customer needs
  • Time management skills to deliver results efficiently
  • Adherence to processes and standards, including configuration management and issue/defect management
  • An inquisitive mind and enjoyment of solving challenging problems in a collaborative team environment.

To be eligible for this position, you must:

  • Have or be able to obtain an active Australian Defence security clearance
  • Be eligible to access International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) information (which precludes candidates that have citizenship with a proscribed country).

Your working environment

Join the mission at DXC. We take a people-first approach, prioritising flexibility and offering opportunities to build meaningful relationships and contribute to exciting projects from our specialised facilities in Adelaide. You’ll be surrounded by top talent in the industry and challenged with new problems to solve every day, all while making a difference and contributing to a higher cause. Our supportive culture, clear development roadmap, and opportunities for advancement will ensure you thrive and grow as you work towards something greater than yourself.

Our culture and benefits

At DXC, you can have a fulfilling career supporting our frontline defence force, enabling their success while also enjoying a healthy work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise to contribute to national defence firsthand and make a real difference by working on world-class projects that protect our frontline personnel, letting families spend more time together.

As an employer of choice, our people-first philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training, and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees and the communities in which we live and work. Some of these include:

  • Extensive resources to support your onboarding and continual development
  • DXC Cares, our volunteerism and charitable giving platform, which provides opportunities to volunteer your time to make a difference in people’s lives
  • DXC Recognition, our global virtual platform that fosters a culture of appreciation and celebration with real-time reward and recognition
  • Referral rewards when you bring your friends and family to work at DXC
  • Flexible leave options, including purchased leave, to ensure that you have more time to spend with your loved ones
  • An employee assistance program (EAP) to support your and your family’s physical and mental health needs
  • Additional benefits, including novated leasing, discounted health insurance, paid parental leave, and many other discounts.

How to apply and our commitment to you in return

Are you ready to join a team dedicated to protecting and serving our country?

At DXC, we believe in hiring the best and brightest minds to help us deliver innovative solutions that keep our nation safe. By joining us, you’ll have the privilege to work on projects that make a real impact and help shape the future of our nation’s defence capabilities.

We value excellence and believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Our hiring process is thorough and fair, ensuring we find the right people to join our team and share our values.

If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career in defence, DXC is the place for you. Press the ‘Apply Now’ button to submit your resume and take the first step towards becoming part of an elite team making a difference.

We are an equal opportunity employer

DXC Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge.

Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

About us

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernising IT, optimising data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private, and hybrid clouds. The world's largest companies and public sector organisations trust DXC to deploy services to drive new levels of performance, competitiveness, and customer experience. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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