Software Development Lead

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

**About the role**
- Software Development Leads at RDA connect software solutions to customer capability needs. Each Software Development Lead takes end-to-end ownership of important software systems capability, guiding a team of software developers to meet scope, quality and schedule goals.
- Lead a team of up to five software engineers;
- Co-ordinate collaboration with RDA project management, business support, production and support staff;
- Participate in formal and informal customer reviews and working groups;
- Move customer defined requirements through the development process from specification through validation, implementation, verification, test and to through-life support;
- Coach team members to implement and test efficient and elegant solutions;
- Assure development continuity with efficient documentation;
- Lead the development of contracted documentation and data requirements;
- Assist in the development of departmental capability;
- Create a positive and productive work culture; and
- Conduct themselves in a professional and reputable manner in accordance with Rheinmetall values and policies.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

**What are we looking for?**

Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company’s values of **Safety, Partnering, Openness, Respect and Trust**. This creates a workplace environment where employees value each other, live up to their promises and communicate openly.

The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes:

- Tertiary qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent;
- A minimum of 10 years of software development experience;
- GNU/Linux product development background with C, C++, Python and JavaScript languages;
- Experience leading software development in an Agile environment;
- Ability to meet Australian Department of Defence security clearance requirements;
- Excellent written English skills; and
- Willingness and ability to travel interstate and internationally when required.
- IP networking product development experience;
- Red Hat GNU/Linux open source software ecosystem experience; and
- Defence industry experience.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Have a long weekend every second week with a 9 day working fortnight
- Working in a great team and with exciting products
- State of the art facilities with onsite subsidized cafeteria
- Internal incentive and referral program
- Opportunity for career development and further training
- Strong links to our global Rheinmetall community
- Opportunity to work on major projects such as LAND 400
- Attractive Remuneration package with salary sacrificing & novated leases
- Flexibility in workplace settings offering opportunities to work in multiple locations
- Corporate discounts with gyms, private health funds and various car dealerships
- Employee Assistance Program to support our employees and their families overall wellbeing

WHO WE ARE

Rheinmetall Defence Australia (RDA) is a major Defence company with operations across Australia and New Zealand delivering specialist Defence capability to the Australian Defence Force and New Zealand Defence Force. RDA is a subsidiary of Rheinmetall, a global technology group based in Dusseldorf, Germany. RDA is a trusted partner to the ADF through its three divisions - Vehicle Systems, Electronics Solutions and Weapon and Ammunition. RDA is rapidly growing its Australian footprint to deliver system solutions and capabilty to the ADF in the areas of mobility, lethality, reconnaissance, protection and sustainment.

Rheinmetall recognises the strength that comes with employee diversity. We are commited to providing an inclusive work environment where each employee is treated fairly and respectfully. Diversity is critical to our ability to work sucessfully as a team regardless of borders, language or culture. Our workforce includes employees of varying gender, age, race and ethnicity, professional and cultural background.
- As an integrated technology group with more than 25,000 employees worldwide, the listed Rheinmetall AG stands for a strong, internationally successful company that operates in various markets with an innovative range of products and services. As a renowned development partner and direct supplier to the global automotive industry and a leading international systems provider for security technology, Rheinmetall draws on its high level of expertise in its basic technologies to address long-term megatrends, identify viable new markets with high growth potential and develop innovative solutions for a safe and liveable future. The focus on sustainability is an integral part of Rheinmetall's strategy. The company aims to achieve CO2 neutrality by 2035.