Senior Software Engineering Executive

4 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $100,000 - $150,000
Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Software Engineering Executive to lead our team in a challenging and rewarding role. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior software engineer looking to step up into a leadership position on one of Australia's most significant defence programs, AIR6500.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and managing release schedules, overseeing build and deployment pipelines, and developing and enforcing release governance processes.

  • Plan and manage release schedules, coordinating across integration, verification & validation (V&V), and delivery teams.
  • Oversee build and deployment pipelines, ensuring smooth promotion through environments.
  • Develop and enforce release governance processes, balancing speed with quality and compliance.
  • Identify, track, and mitigate release-related risks and dependencies.
  • Define and refine processes that maintain configuration control across the program.
  • Ensure software elements are correctly baselined and integrated into the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.
  • Champion best practice in CI/CD pipelines, version control, and change management.
  • Lead configuration audits and guide developers through issue resolution.
  • Mentor and support team members, embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

This is a perfect next step for a senior engineer or Release Manager who wants to move into a leadership position within a modern Agile DevSecOps environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or similar—or equivalent release/configuration experience.
  • Strong skills in release management, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g. GitLab pipelines).
  • Proven experience with version control and repository management (e.g. GitLab, Nexus).
  • Solid understanding of Agile/DevSecOps practices.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide technical teams and influence stakeholders.
  • An Australian NV-1 security clearance and ability to access/handle Export Controlled technology, data and information.
  • Prior experience as a Release Manager or Build Manager in large-scale software projects.
  • Familiarity with containerisation/orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of configuration management in regulated or safety-critical industries (e.g. defence, aerospace).
What We Offer

We offer a range of benefits built to suit your needs, including flexible work arrangements, discounts, leave options, and more.

  • Flexible work & Hybrid work options
  • Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
  • A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
  • Additional benefits such as Annual Flu Vaccinations, Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.

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