Defence Software Engineer: Build Impactful Systems

PA Consulting; Melbourne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and lifestyle perks

25 days annual leave

Generous pension

Volunteer/community initiatives

Annual performance bonus

PA share ownership

Job summary

PA Consulting is seeking a software developer to deliver high-quality, supportable solutions at pace in the Defence and Security sector. You’ll work with clients and PA teams, contributing from system-level design to implementation, across the full development lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on delivery, collaboration, and the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of developing software architectures and implementing designs.
• Degree qualified in software engineering or a related subject from a leading university.
• Ability to gain UK security clearance if not already acquired.

Responsibilities

• Contribute across the full development lifecycle from concept to deployment.
• Tackle complex challenges in Defence and Security with hands-on delivery.
• Collaborate with clients and PA teams across sectors.

Skills

Python

C++

C

Education

Degree in software engineering or related field

Tools

Git

Jira

CI/CD

Job description

PA Consulting is seeking a software developer to deliver high-quality, supportable solutions at pace in the Defence and Security sector. You’ll work with clients and PA teams, contributing from system-level design to implementation, across the full development lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on delivery, collaboration, and the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.