AI Software Engineer for Defence Tech — Hindi Fluent

Prolific; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Swordfish is seeking a Software Engineer with strong applied AI/ML capability to turn research into robust, production-grade software. You will work across architecture, testing and deployment to build trusted AI-enabled systems for challenging Defence projects.

Join a multidisciplinary, Agile team that values collaboration, technical rigour and continual learning, with flexible work arrangements in Adelaide and beyond.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Software engineering fundamentals across architecture, design, implementation, testing, integration and deployment.
• Practical experience applying AI, machine learning or data science techniques in software systems.
• Programming capability, with an understanding of modern languages, software design principles and patterns.
• Ability to critically evaluate technical approaches and AI‑generated outputs rather than relying entirely on frameworks or tooling.
• Analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in collaborative Agile teams and with technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability, sound engineering judgement and a commitment to continual learning.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively 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, constraints and changing priorities.
• Evaluate and apply emerging AI technologies, including AI‑assisted development tools, with appropriate engineering judgement and oversight.
• Contribute to peer review, continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and the development of less experienced engineers.

Skills

5+ years exp

Software architecture

AI/ML in software

Programming skills

Critical evaluation of AI outputs

Analytical thinking

Agile teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Software/CS/AI/Data Science

Postgraduate AI/ML study or deeper experience

Job description

Swordfish is seeking a Software Engineer with strong applied AI/ML capability to turn research into robust, production-grade software. You will work across architecture, testing and deployment to build trusted AI-enabled systems for challenging Defence projects.

Join a multidisciplinary, Agile team that values collaboration, technical rigour and continual learning, with flexible work arrangements in Adelaide and beyond.