Frontend Software Engineer

Frontend Software Engineer - Interfaces (AU)

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Work with cutting edge technology, making the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some of world's most challenging technical problems in the Electronic Warfare, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, RF sensing, Sensor Fusion and distributed systems. Working with high profile customers across militaries, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure, law enforcement and many others.

With one of the largest listed defence company market capitalisations in Australia and having raised approximately $250m in 2024 alone, DroneShield is undergoing hypergrowth stage, fuelled by rapidly increasing use of drones for nefarious applications, from battlefield, to terrorism, to contraband delivery and commercial espionage.

This role is in the DroneShield Sydney headquarters. There are approximately 320 staff based in the 4,000sqm facility today, scheduled to grow to approximately 400 staff by end of 2026. Overseas on the ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Denmark, Germany and Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70 countries globally.

About the role

DroneShield is seeking a Frontend Software Engineer to join our Embedded Software Interfaces (ESI) team.

ESI are responsible for the customer facing interfaces from DroneShield's Linux based deployed sensors and effectors, including a new React/Typescript front end, and gRPC and REST APIs. We work closely with ML/AI, Data Science, RF, and infrastructure teams to expose these interfaces.

Our products enable a seamless and performant user experience for DroneShield customers to use our world leading RF detect and defeat capabilities to protect their assets. It represents an exceptional opportunity for a result-driven individual in a new niche but exploding market.

Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations

• Create intuitive, responsive interfaces that enhance our drone detection and defeat products
• Transform complex system requirements into stable and responsive technical solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including algorithm engineers and UI/UX designers
• Own the code you develop—troubleshooting issues, implementing improvements, and ensuring code quality

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong command of modern frontend development practices (memoization, bundling, linting, testing, CI/CD)
• Experience with testing frameworks like Vitest and Jest
• Demonstrated ability to integrate with RESTful APIs and Websockets

What sets you apart

• Familiarity in at least one backend language, preferably Golang or Python
• Comfortable working with ambiguous requirements and developing impactful customer focused solutions
• Linux command line proficiency and embedded device experience
• Background in cloud, robotics, aerospace, autonomous vehicles, medical, or other real-time systems
• Modern development practices such as Git, CI/CD, and automated testing
• Adaptability to new technologies, frameworks, and programming paradigms
• Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Track record of writing thoughtful, clean, maintainable, and testable code, with lean documentation
• Self-directed learning habits and passion for software craftsmanship

Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionInformation Technology
• IndustriesTechnology, Information and Media

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