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Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.
Downer Professional Services is Australia’s multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and Government.
We currently have an opportunity for a Software Systems Engineer in Canberra, ACT to work on Joint Data Networks (JP9347) Defence projects.
What You'll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including:
Supporting the planning and execution of the JP9347 Engineering Program
Contributing to software and systems engineering activities across the full capability lifecycle, from requirements development through to introduction into service
Conducting system and software requirements and specification development
Engaging with industry and internal/external stakeholders within Agile delivery environments (including Sprint Planning and SCRUMs)
Providing engineering advice, briefings, and mentoring to project leadership and junior engineers
What You'll Bring
Bachelor of Engineering (or Engineers Australia recognised equivalent)
AQF Level 6 or higher qualification in software development or software engineering
Experience in systems or software engineering within Defence or complex ICT environments
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and briefing skills
Experience supporting acceptance, certification, or assurance activities
Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain an AGSVA Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer Professional Services
At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.
What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services
Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.
Veteran support : Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.
We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.
If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.
The minimum salary is $115K and the max salary is $138K.
$115K – $138K/yr (Glassdoor Est.)
$126K
/yr Median
Canberra
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