AI Software Engineer for Defence Systems - Flexible Work

Swordfish Computing | 领英; South Australia; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Technical challenges

Collaborative teammates

Direct engagement with researchers

Learning & development

Mentorship

Flexible work

Relocation support

Job summary

Swordfish Computing is seeking a Software Engineer with strong applied AI/ML capability to turn research into robust, efficient software for Defence-related projects. You will join a multidisciplinary Agile team focused on design, development, testing and reliable delivery of AI-enabled systems.

The role emphasizes sound engineering judgement, maintainability and collaboration with researchers, product owners and clients to meet evolving requirements. Flexible work arrangements may apply.

Qualifications

• Experience turning AI/ML research into production software.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals across architecture, design, implementation, testing and deployment.
• Ability to evaluate AI outputs critically and responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary Agile team to plan, design and deliver high-quality software.
• Design, develop, test and integrate AI-enabled software systems.
• Translate research concepts, algorithms and prototypes into robust, maintainable engineered solutions.
• Work closely with researchers, engineers, product owners and clients to understand requirements and constraints.
• Evaluate and apply emerging AI technologies with appropriate engineering judgement and oversight.
• Contribute to peer review, knowledge sharing and mentoring less experienced engineers.

Skills

AI/ML capability

Software architecture

Agile teamwork

Code review

Engineering judgement

Communication

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Python

ML frameworks

Job description

Swordfish Computing is seeking a Software Engineer with strong applied AI/ML capability to turn research into robust, efficient software for Defence-related projects. You will join a multidisciplinary Agile team focused on design, development, testing and reliable delivery of AI-enabled systems.

The role emphasizes sound engineering judgement, maintainability and collaboration with researchers, product owners and clients to meet evolving requirements. Flexible work arrangements may apply.