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Data Software Engineer

Location Edinburgh, South Australia Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id R2107485 Posted Date 06/15/2025
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Data Software Engineer

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. 

Learn more about our business here. 

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’re a highly skilled and innovative Software Engineer with a strong background in data engineering, maintaining, integrating, and enhancing software solutions. Your proficiency in various programming languages, system integration, and sustainable software practices allows you to excel in delivering reliable and improved software applications. Your ability to collaborate, adapt to existing systems, and ensure continuity makes you a valuable asset to any team.

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

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes to support radar signal processing and other scientific/engineering applications.
  • Implement data storage solutions using PostgreSQL and other relevant databases.
  • Maintain, optimize, and improve real-time radar signal processing algorithms in Java on Linux/Windows platforms.
  • Perform all activities associated with the software sustainment, including gathering requirements, design, development, testing, maintenance, configuration management, and quality control of software for scientific/engineering applications.
  • Collaborate with the team using Agile development tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket/Git to manage work and share knowledge.
  • Develop and execute verification/validation plans, focusing on bug fixes and mitigating risks and issues related to system enhancements.
  • Contribute to the integration of front-end, back-end, and database architecture, ensuring compatibility with existing systems and adherence to Defence policies.
  • Assess software maintainability and overall adherence to user requirements, industry/defence standards, and sustainable practices.
  • Develop and update documentation, training materials, and technical guides to support the ongoing development and maintenance of software applications.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, focusing on sustainment, integration, bug fixes, and feature enhancements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in software development, testing, and maintenance.
  • Experience working with web-based applications and modern software engineering practices (Java with Swing Graphical User interface (GUI) development, PostgreSQL database, Eclipse IDE, Docker, Kubernetes etc.)
  • Comfort working in Linux and/or Windows environments.
  • Demonstrated experience in EW and signal processing. Familiarity with machine learning is a plus.
  • Proven experience in data engineering, including designing and maintaining data pipelines and ETL processes.
  • 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
  • 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!

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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