Software Developer

Build & grow your career in the Defence industry supporting software development in Cyber and ADF Projects.

Tell me about this role:

Jacobs are searching for Software Engineers/Developers to plan and manage the delivery of software development tasks within the Defence critical Defence Projects.
This role offers uncapped training and development opportunities as well as other benefits including free parking, flexible working and different leave arrangements including paid parental, study, reserve and volunteer leave.
What will I be doing day to day?

• Design and develop a suite of bespoke semi-autonomous software applications using agile methodologies
• Provide software development best practise methodologies with important consideration to application security
• Produce various technical and non-technical documentation
• Operate within the technical governance frameworks of Defence, specifically with a focus on ICT and cyber security
• Communicate complex technical and operational subjects to a wide audience

What sort of skills do I need?

• Tertiary qualifications in Software Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Telecommunication or a related discipline
• 5+ years’ experience working in a software development team
• Experience delivering products in an Agile and/or DevOps environment
• Experience in
  • Software development (Python, RESTful API, JavaScript)
  • Linux & Windows
  • Networking (Cisco or similar)
  • Automation (Ansible, Puppet)
  • Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • VMWare
• Australian citizenship and an NV1 clearance as a minimum

What’s in it for me?

• Flexibility - We like our employees to have the flexibility they need to live the lives they choose. With flexible working options such as a 9 day fortnight and remote working options.
• Inclusion - We like our employees to feel safe bringing their whole self to work offering a number of programs promoting inclusion such as, Public Holiday swap and 40/40/20 our vision for a gender inclusive workplace.
• Benefits and Rewards – Jacobs have a competitive package of benefits and rewards including: Additional superannuation ; Flexible leave options; Salary continuation insurance; Stock purchase plan; Professional certification bonus; Corporate discount program.
• Exciting work – Jacobs are continually expanding our opportunities working on prominent defence projects across air, land and sea supporting the critical capabilities that keep Australia safe. Jacobs has a growing presence in Cyber, space and nuclear programs.

Why Jacobs?

Jacobs have a strong geographic foothold in Australia, with around 2500 people working across two lines of business – Critical Mission Solutions (CMS) and People & Place Solutions. Providing solutions in Project Management, Engineering, Commercial and ICT. People are our greatest asset and we value unique backgrounds, experience and perspectives. Without our people we would not be where we are today, we therefore value our team as members of an exceptional organisation offering a wide array of benefits that go far beyond expectations.
Apply today to becomes a member and experience the many benefits and rewards that help create a World where you can.

Recruitment selection for these positions will commence immediately. To apply for this role click “apply now” or for further information please contact Jeremy Parkinson - jeremy.parkinson@jacobs.com.