Software Engineer (Developer)

Australian citizenship required. No PR or Work Visa holders. Must hold current NV1 security clearance. Completion of OSA required within 12 months of commencement. Onsite ACT only.

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RFQ Details

• RFQ ID: LH-02715
• Closing Date: Wednesday, 07 May 2025 11:59pm (Canberra time)
• Estimated Start Date: Wednesday, 16 July 2025
• Initial Contract Duration: 12 months
• Extension Term: 12 months
• Number of Extensions: 2
• Experience Level: APS6 equivalent
• Security Clearance: Must have NV1; OSA completion required within 12 months
  
  
  

Client Details

• Agency: Department of Defence Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
• Location of Work: ACT
• Working Arrangements: Onsite Work from home cannot be accommodated. Interstate resources must work onsite.
• Maximum Hours: 40 hours per week
  
  
  

Job Details

ASD requires a Cyber Security Software Developer to deliver secure and effective capability solutions. The Software Developer will work under broad direction and be responsible for building, maintaining and modifying software applications, constructing technical specifications, executing tests, and writing and maintaining documentation.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Design, build, integrate, and document software to meet business requirements
• Maintain and enhance existing applications
• Ensure software quality and security through testing and review
• Clarify and develop user requirements using agile methodologies
• Develop and enhance procedures in support of continuous improvement
• Maintain technical documentation and facilitate knowledge transfer
  
  
  

Technical Skills

• Java, C#, or Python (depending on tech stack)
• SQL and PL/SQL for database work
• Data modelling and performance tuning
• DevOps and CI/CD practices
• Version control systems such as Git (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)
• Experience working in environments compliant with IRAP or ISM
• Experience hosting secure applications in cloud environments
  
  
  

Selection Criteria

Max 5000 characters total in one-page pitch (individual responses not required)

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrable experience in Java Software development (.Net or other programming experience will be considered)
  
  
  

Demonstrable competence with Python and/or similar scripting languages

Demonstrable experience in developing and deploying software within a Linux/UNIX environment

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in Cyber Security or a related domain
  
  
  

Experience in the use of automation and deployment tools

Experience in Hadoop/Apache Spark

Experience in Linux and/or Windows administration