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Software EngineerYour KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world
About KBR:
We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 30 countries.
For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.
With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.
We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers.
From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.
KBR comprises a talented team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to our customers.
Learn more about our business - https://kbr.foleon.com/gsapac/gs-apac/
The Opportunity:
Are you ready to make a real impact in national defence through advanced technology?
We are seeking a talented and driven Software Engineer to join our high-performing team focused on the modernisation and enhancement of Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities — critical systems that protect Australia's national interests. In this role, you’ll contribute directly to cutting-edge software solutions that support frontline operations and defence readiness.
You’ll work at the intersection of innovation and purpose, applying your expertise in software engineering to design, build, and maintain robust, high-performance applications. Whether it’s enhancing data integration, developing intuitive user interfaces, or solving complex algorithmic challenges, your work will help shape the future of defence technology.
As part of a collaborative and agile team, you'll have the opportunity to solve problems that matter, grow your technical capabilities, and contribute to projects of national significance. This is more than a software role — it’s a chance to be part of something bigger.
This role is based on-site at RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA, with a requirement to attend 4–5 days per week.
Responsibilities
Perform all activities associated with the design, development, implementation, maintenance, configuration management and quality control of software for scientific/engineering applications.
Define system and software requirements.
Analyse customer requirements and translate them into a design.
Work with Agile development tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket/Git to manage work and collaborate with your teams.
Identify potential roadblocks and develop software solutions where the solution is not always well defined.
Work to improve performance metrics through critical planning and execution of development tasks.
Respond to and resolve software discrepancies against requirements.
Collaborate with a team to define software requirements.
Design, develop, test, and deploy software solutions for customers.
Contribute to the front-end, GUI development, back-end, and database architecture, ensuring integration and compliance with Defence policies.
Determine software maintainability and overall adherence to user requirements and industry/defence standards.
Generate/update documents defining software baselines.
Explore new areas or program in new languages to deliver solutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or related field.
5+ years of experience in software development, and software modernization.
Strong expertise in software engineering standards, specifications, and best practices.
Familiarity with modern programming languages including Python, C++, Java, JavaScript etc
Experience with full stack development and deployment (GUI development, databases, integration APIs, Docker, Kubernetes etc)
Working in EW and defence experience preference.
Experience with software quality assurance, testing, and validation.
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Demonstrated stakeholder engagement experience
An understanding of Electronic Warfare
Defence experience (Uniformed, APS or Contractor)
AGSVA security clearance – NV 1 (minimum – with ability to obtain NV2 is required)
Other Competencies
Capability of working under broad direction
Takes responsibility for their deliverables
Influencing project direction through their contribution
An ability to apply critical thinking to problem solving
Experience in operating within a team environment
Ability to priorities work and work in a flexible delivery environment
Benefits of KBR
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
Flexible working conditions
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Paid Parental leave
Paid Reservist leave
Income protection
Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Discounted employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
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