Automation Architect

Saab Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid leave per year

14% superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Flexible working options

Saab shares matching scheme

MySaab discounts

Job summary

Saab Australia in Adelaide seeks an Automation Architect to lead the DevSecOps direction within the Systems Delivery Group, shaping roadmaps and ensuring global alignment with security and policy.

You will mentor DevSecOps teams, own the Continuous Delivery Pipeline, monitor capacity and performance, and drive automation and IaC adoption across Saab's development environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of ASD ISM controls and security practices.
• Experience with CI/CD implementations and IaC.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical direction of DevSecOps teams and provide architectural guidance across design, build, test and deployment.
• Act as Product Owner for the Continuous Delivery Pipeline and related systems.
• Monitor capacity, performance and availability; plan improvements.
• Develop and communicate forward technology roadmaps.
• Drive automation strategies and tool selection.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders; ensure global product alignment.
• Mentor DevSecOps teams to align with best practices in architecture.

Skills

CI/CD concepts

Infrastructure as Code

Scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)

Containerisation / Docker

Monitoring (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)

Linux / open-source tooling

Mentoring DevSecOps teams

Security & ASD ISM familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering/Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Ansible

Jira

Confluence

Bitbucket

Fisheye

Crucible

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK Stack

Kubernetes

Job description

The role

As part of our Systems Delivery Group, the Automation Architect role contributes to the development of the Saab 9LV Combat Management System, a naval command and control system that integrates sensors, weapons, and data to provide situational awareness and decision support for maritime operations. This role is responsible for shaping the technical direction of the SDG development environment and associated capabilities that supports the SDG organisation enhance and deliver the Saab 9LV Combat Management Systems.

The role

As part of our Systems Delivery Group, the Automation Architect role contributes to the development of the Saab 9LV Combat Management System, a naval command and control system that integrates sensors, weapons, and data to provide situational awareness and decision support for maritime operations. This role is responsible for shaping the technical direction of the SDG development environment and associated capabilities that supports the SDG organisation enhance and deliver the Saab 9LV Combat Management Systems. The Automation Architect will provide technical leadership, guidance and product roadmaps to DevSecOps teams and maximise global alignment and compliance to broader corporate function and policy.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Lead the technical direction of DevSecOps teams and provide architectural and SME guidance on specification, design, implementation, integration, testing and deployment activities.
• Act as the Product Owner for the Continuous Delivery Pipeline (CDP) and other systems under the responsibility of the DevSecOps teams.
• Lead monitoring and planning activities to ensure sufficient capacity, performance and availability.
• Formulate and communicate forward technology roadmaps to meet identified needs and opportunities.
• Lead activities in analysing, designing, and implementing automation strategies, workflow improvements and tool selection.
• Maintain relationships and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (for example, other Saab Australia 9LV engineering teams, Saab Australia support functions and Saab Global 9LV engineering teams) to:
• Identify and manage internal and external facing needs and infrastructure evolution.
• Ensure global product alignment.
• Perform assurance activities for security compliance and project controls associated with the development environment.
• Mentor and coach DevSecOps teams to ensure their designs are consistent with DevSecOps architecture best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement by fostering and developing new ideas.

Flexible work arrangements such as a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.

About You

Your education, skills and experience will include:

• Tertiary qualifications (bachelor’s degree) in a relevant discipline (Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field etc.), and/or equivalent relevant experience (preferably within the defence industry).
• Familiarity with the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) Information Security Manual (ISM)
• Scripting skills using languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
• Broad understanding of technology and technology trends.
• Demonstrated experience of:
• Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery concepts.
• Implementing CI/CD solutions.
• Implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions
• Building and deploying containerised applications.
• Application and infrastructure monitoring and incident response
• Configuration tools such as Ansible
• Monitoring and analysis tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack
• Linux, open-source applications and tools management

Desirable

• Experience with:
• Agile principles, practices and processes.
• Analysing and implementing ASD ISM controls.
• Configuration rollout and management of the Atlassian Datacenter suite, including Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Fisheye and Crucible.

Applicants must be Australian citizens

and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance preferably to NV1 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

About Us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

What You Will Be Part Of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Culture And Benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 14% superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Applications

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.