Description:
Do you have Experience in:
- Software Engineering
- Distributed Systems
- Working in Secure environment
- Hold a current or able to be reinstated NV1 or higher security clearance
Simbiant is an Adelaide-based technology company whose core business lies in the development of complex real-world defence systems. Simbiant have brought together experts in Software, Hardware, Electronics, Mathematics, Aeronautics, IT, Graphics, Physics, AI, Commercial and Military Systems, who work together doing in house R&D, Product Development, and to providing professional products and services to our clients.
Simbiant is currently seeking a highly motivated security cleared Software Engineer to work in a collaborative environment to develop high-tech military software solutions. The ideal candidate will have worked in defence with an NV1 security clearance, have good technical software design and development skills, and have the ability to ramp up quickly.
It's a great environment to do exciting and varied work. Work will take place in the defence precincts north of Adelaide.
What you'll do
We are seeking a highly capable Software Engineer to contribute to the development, deployment,
and support of distributed systems and containerized workflows in secure environments. This
position involves working with technologies such as HTCondor, Python, C/C++, and DevOps tooling,
with a focus on robust system design, data management, and user interfaces in defense-related
applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop software in Python, C/C++/C#, with additional support for Matlab if applicable.
- Design, implement, and maintain distributed computing systems using HTCondor and related
technologies. - Build and integrate Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) and web services optimized for secure and
performance-critical environments. - Write and maintain well-documented, clean, and maintainable code.
- Employ containerization tools such as Docker or Podman to streamline deployment and testing.
- Utilize modern DevOps pipelines, version control (Git), and CI/CD practices to support the
development lifecycle. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including RF engineers and data scientists, to develop
integrated solutions. - Manage large-scale data workflows and ensure integrity and security of data systems.
- Operate effectively within a secure development environment, complying with relevant standards
and protocols.
Desirable Expertise
General
- A degree in Software Engineering / Computer Science.
- Good communication and inter-personal skills.
- NV1 Security clearance or higher. NV2, PV.
- strong configuration management and documentation skills
- able to use initiative, be self-motivated and be a good team player.
Technical
- Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++/C#.
- Experience with HTCondor or equivalent distributed workload managers.
- Proficiency in container tools (Docker etc.) and DevOps practices.
- Familiarity with Git and modern version control workflows.
- Experience developing and testing large-scale software systems.
- Experience with HMI and web service development in secure environments.
- Knowledge of data management systems or databases.
- Experience working in or with secure computing environments (defense or government sectors).
- Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Offering a great salary commensurate with experience.
In the first instance please submit a CV with a cover letter detailing how you fulfil the skills and attributes required, and why you’d be a great member of the Simbiant team. If applying from interstate, tell us why you want to move to Adelaide.
Important: holding a defence security clearance is essential for the position.
www.simbiant.com.au