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EL 2 (S&T6) - Discipline Leader Software and DevOps Environments

The Role

Discipline Leader –Software and DevOps Environments

Are you a senior software engineer or technologist passionate about empowering scientific research through cutting-edge software platforms? Do you thrive in complex, high-performance computing environments and want to make a real impact on national defence capabilities?

Join DSTG as the Discipline Leader – Software and DevOps Environments, where you’ll lead a team of talented engineers and technologists in shaping the future of secure, scalable, and high-performance software environments for Defence research.

About the Role

Reporting to the Group Leader of Computational and Data Intensive Sciences (CDIS), you will:

- Lead the design, development, and support of DSTG’s software engineering platforms, tools, and services.
- Champion secure-by-design software development practices, including dependency mirror hosting, automated code assurance, and secure container image pipelines.
- Drive the development of an on-premises ML experimentation platform, enabling Defence researchers to accelerate machine learning innovation.
- Collaborate across DSTG to ensure platforms meet the evolving needs of computational scientists and software developers.
- Identify and integrate emerging tools and technologies that enhance Defence research capabilities.

At CDIS, we don’t just support research — we accelerate it. By partnering with DSTG researchers, we deliver high-performance digital science capabilities that empower computational science, data-intensive research, and software innovation.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a visionary leader with:

- Proven experience in leading software engineering teams and delivering robust, scalable platforms.
- Deep expertise in DevSecOps, modern software engineering practices, and secure development lifecycles.
- A strong track record of enabling scientific computing and supporting diverse user communities in complex ICT environments.
- The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including Defence stakeholders and international collaborators.

Key Responsibilities

Lead secure-by-design software development initiatives and platform engineering.

- Collaborate internally and with Defence stakeholders to align software environments with strategic goals.
- Represent DSTG at national and international forums, translating complex technical insights into actionable outcomes.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the digital backbone of Australia’s Defence Science and Technology Software Development capability.

About our Team

The Research Technology and Operations (RTO) division is home to a multidisciplinary workforce of engineers, technicians, computer scientists, and digital specialists who deliver cutting-edge research services and technical solutions.

Within RTO, the Computational and Data Intensive Sciences (CDIS) Group plays a pivotal role in enabling Defence research through advanced digital science capabilities.

Our Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for self-driven professionals with a strong foundation in computational science, software engineering, or AI/ML — and a passion for empowering others through technology.

- Proven experience in software engineering and computational science
- A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with scientists, researchers, and engineers to understand and support their objectives.
- Experience applying digital science capabilities in a Defence or mission-critical context.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and contribute within agile teams, including sprint planning and workflow coordination.
- Ability to help define and communicate technical vision and strategy within a team or discipline.

The salary range for this position is $139,681 - $167,659 + up to 15.4% Superannuation, and it is located in Edinburgh - SA, Fishermans Bend - VIC.

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