Software Developer Lor4

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• Contract start 01 March 2023 To 12 months.
• Australian Citizen, PV Clearance, Canberra role.

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Overview

Operational Engineering Branch within the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), are responsible for delivering cutting edge capabilities to support ASDs Signals Intelligence, Cyber and Enterprise requirements

These requirements consists of a combination of:

- Delivery of new capability under the REDSPICE program;

- Delivery of ASD's major capability programs and;

- Enhancing and modernising existing capabilities.

To facilitate this ASD has a requirement for multiple Software Developers.

ASD seeks Software Developers that has a proven history of grappling with complex and unusual problems and can translate requirements from technical and non-technical users into fit-for-purpose solution design.

The Software Developer role provides capabilities to Projects primarily through the development, support and sustainment of software applications. The Software Developer will be required to develop, integrate, support and sustain software applications employing an Agile software development methodology. The successful candidate will be required to work cohesively and communicate effectively with ASD staff and stakeholder groups.

SFIA Level Of Responsibility 4 [LOR 4]

Autonomy

Works under general direction within a clear framework of accountability. Exercises substantial personal responsibility and autonomy. Plans own work to meet given objectives and processes.

Influence

Influences customers, suppliers and partners at account level. May have some responsibility for the work of others and for the allocation of resources. Participates in external activities related to own specialism. Makes decisions which influence the success of projects and team objectives.

Complexity

Work includes a broad range of complex technical or professional activities, in a variety of contexts. Investigates, defines and resolves complex issues.

Business skills

Selects appropriately from applicable standards, methods, tools and applications. Communicates fluently, orally and in writing, and can present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Facilitates collaboration between stakeholders who share common objectives. Plans, schedules and monitors work to meet time and quality targets. Rapidly absorbs new information and applies it effectively. Maintains an awareness of developing technologies and their application and takes some responsibility for driving own development.

SFIA Professional Skill Level Description

PROG 4

Designs, codes, tests, corrects and documents complex programs and scripts from agreed specifications, and subsequent iterations, using agreed standards and tools, to achieve a well-engineered result. Takes part in reviews of own work and leads reviews of colleagues' work.

DESN 4

Recommends/designs structures and tools for systems which meet business needs and takes into account target environment, performance & security requirements and existing systems. Delivers technical visualisation of proposed applications for approval by customer and execution by system developers. Translates logical designs into physical designs, and produces detailed design documentation. Maps work to user specification and removes errors and deviations from specification to achieve user-friendly processes.

TEST 3

Reviews requirements and specifications, and defines test conditions. Designs test cases and test scripts under own direction, mapping back to pre-determined criteria, recording and reporting outcomes. Analyses and reports test activities and results. Identifies and reports issues and risks associated with own work.

Every application requires to address selection criteria as part of application submission

Desirable Criteria

1. Software Engineering experience in one or more of the following languages: C / Objective C, C++, Python 3, Java/Kotlin.

1. Linux system experience.

1. Demonstrated experience in using collaboration tools that include git, issue tracking and wikis.

1. Demonstrable experience with Puppet, Ansible and Docker automation tools.

1. Understanding of network protocols (e.g. IP, TCP/UDP, DNS, HTTP, TLS), cryptography (PKI, Symmetric), VPNs, obfuscation methods/ technologies.
2. Experience developing programs for modern Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS and/or Android operating systems.

Essential Criteria

1. Enhance and support automation capability for existing systems and recommend/design new structures and tools which meet business requirements which take into account the target environment. Integrate Commercial off the Shelf and Government off the Shelf software.

1. Support the development of software that supports high quality User Experience outcomes.

1. Document technical processes.

1. Implement and maintain automated testing. Provide feedback on implementation and design aspects as required from other areas.

1. Database design and implementation for operational systems.

1. De-bug application behaviour, troubleshoot application performance and provide technical bug reports for escalation.

1. Assist in the continuous improvement process by developing and enhancing procedures and produce documentation, including detailed design documentation, in accordance with ASD policies and procedures.

1. Work as a member of an integrated Agile team and effectively prioritise, manage own tasks, and contribute to design reviews, stakeholder meetings and agile processes.