AddressAbout Penten
Founded in 2014, Penten is a multi-award winning cyber technology company dedicated to strengthening our nation’s security and prosperity through new and innovative technology. Our advanced hardware and software products and services support our clients with Secure Mobility, Applied Artificial Intelligence and Innovation and Technology Services Solutions. To find out more visit our website at www.penten.com.au.
In our 2024 Employee Survey, our team said they enjoy working for Penten because we:
Have a friendly and welcoming culture.
- Enjoy excellent working conditions with genuine flexibility.
- Focus on innovation, have interesting work and a sense of purpose.
- Take pride in what we do and deliver tangible results; and
- Work with cutting edge technologies.
About the Role
The primary responsibility of this role is to oversee the development and delivery of Penten products and engineering solutions. Based in Canberra and reporting to the Head of Engineering, this position will ensure system solutions align with organisational goals and the Penten Development lifecycle to support operational efficiency, scalability and reliability. Specifically, this role will:
- Provide technical leadership and contribute to management of the Penten engineering team throughout the system lifecycle.
- Contribute to development of comprehensive system solutions incorporating hardware, software, networks and information security.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications and ensure system designs meet specified requirements and security needs.
- Ensure that solutions comply with relevant industry standards, regulations and security protocols.
- Create and maintain comprehensive system documentation for product lifecycle, project deliverables and knowledge sharing.
Skills & Experience
- Extensive engineering and systems lifecycle experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of engineering processes used within Government and Defence.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to design robust systems to address complex business requirements.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence decision-making processes.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts and system designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Qualifications & Eligibility
To be eligible for this position you must:
- Hold an Engineering degree (or equivalent)
- Be an Australian citizen with an AGSVA NV2 clearance (or eligible and willing to undergo the process)
- Be a full member of Engineers Australia (or can satisfy the requirements to become a full member)
Be Your Best You at Penten
Penten is a proud equal employment workplace committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, reflective of the community in which we live, work and play. Penten’s focus on inclusion, well-being and flexible working arrangements means everyone, regardless of their background, can be their best both inside and outside the office.
As a national leader in cyber technology, we believe diversity of experience, identity, background, perspective and expression is key to building the best team, products and company. It’s the actions we take everyday that make the difference and we are continuously working on increasing diversity, inclusivity and belonging in all areas of our business.
How to Apply
To help us achieve our mission to protect those who protect us, click 'Apply Now'. Please include a current copy of your resume/curriculum vitae, a cover letter and complete the screening questions.
Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing ***********@penten.com for a confidential discussion.
