Software Engineer (Developer)

Whizdom; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Whizdom is seeking a Software Engineer/Developer to design, develop, test and maintain complex software components and integration services for active cyber defence capabilities. You will work in a collaborative technical environment, overseeing development, writing secure code and ensuring quality, reliability and operational readiness of solutions.

The role requires five days per week in Canberra with up to 40 hours.

Qualifications

• Strong software development experience using modern programming languages.
• Experience designing, developing, testing and maintaining software applications.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and cloud-native development practices.
• Experience with software integration, automation and API development.
• A sound understanding of CI/CD principles and pipelines.
• Experience using version control systems, including conflict resolution and test development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and maintain complex software applications, services, scripts and system integrations.
• Translate requirements into secure, scalable software solutions.
• Develop integration and automation solutions including APIs and CI/CD pipelines.
• Apply DevSecOps and secure coding practices throughout the lifecycle.
• Contribute to design, architecture, testing and QA activities.
• Participate in code reviews, defect resolution and verification.
• Monitor and improve software performance, reliability, security and operations.
• Support deployment activities and transition to operations.
• Maintain clear technical documentation.

Skills

Software development

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

API development

Secure coding

Version control

Troubleshooting

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Client

Our client is a leading Australian Government national security agency responsible for protecting Australia from global threats and supporting the nation’s strategic interests. Operating across cyber security, intelligence and advanced technology, the organisation delivers highly secure capabilities that directly contribute to Australia’s national security.

This is an opportunity to work in a technically challenging environment alongside multidisciplinary teams developing critical cyber defence solutions.

About the Role

The Software Engineer / Developer will design, develop, test and maintain complex software components and integration services supporting Active Cyber Defence capabilities.

Working within a collaborative technical environment, you will oversee software development activities, write optimised and secure code, and contribute to the quality, reliability and functionality of solutions delivered by the team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing, testing, implementing and maintaining complex software applications, services, scripts and system integrations
• Translating business and technical requirements into secure, scalable and maintainable software solutions
• Developing system integration and automation solutions, including APIs and CI/CD pipelines
• Applying DevSecOps and secure coding practices throughout the software development lifecycle
• Contributing to software design, architecture, testing and quality assurance activities
• Participating in code reviews, defect resolution, validation and verification
• Monitoring and improving software performance, reliability, security and operational effectiveness
• Supporting deployment activities and the transition of solutions into operational environments
• Maintaining clear and accurate technical documentation
• Collaborating with stakeholders and multidisciplinary technical teams
• Contributing to knowledge sharing and capability uplift across the broader team

The initial engagement will be for 12 months, with two potential 12-month extension options. The position is based in Canberra and requires five days of work per week, up to a maximum of 40 hours.

The Successful Candidate

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Strong software development experience using modern programming languages
• Experience designing, developing, testing and maintaining software applications
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and cloud-native development practices
• Experience with software integration, automation and API development
• A sound understanding of CI/CD principles and associated development pipelines
• Experience using version control systems, including conflict resolution and test development
• Knowledge of secure software development principles and best practices
• Experience contributing to software testing, validation, verification and transition-to-operations activities
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and collaboration skills
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary and security-focused environment

Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.

Candidate eligibility and security requirements include:

Security Requirements: Candidates must hold an active or reactivatable Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Security Clearance on submission. Our client is not prepared to upgrade an existing clearance for this position. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.

• We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT, Perth WA or Melbourne VIC.

Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month extensions

Experience Level: APS6 Equivalent

Applicants will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.

Applications open until 8am 05 November 2026.