Principal Software Engineer

Principal Software Engineer

SA, Mawson Lakes

Software Engineering

16969BR

About us:

At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world's most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.

About the program
AIR6500 is the RAAF's $3 billion program to develop a joint air battle management system that builds on the capabilities offered by Next Generation sensor and command and control systems. AIR6500 will create a fully networked 'system of systems' that synchronises air and missile defence operations in joint and coalition environments, maximising situational awareness and enhancing the speed of decision making across the battlespace.

AIR6500 is a focussed LMA activity that includes exploring advanced web-based technologies for a Joint Air Battle Management System (JABMS) – A system that will interconnect the defence platforms, systems sensors and effectors across the war fighting domains, land, air, sea, space and cyber. As part of ongoing risk reduction, elements of a Joint All Domain Operational (JADO) command and control system will be explored.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Working as a Software Engineer as part of an Agile at Scale organisation, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of features focusing on front-end and back-end elements, including technical ownership of designated software features.
• Working within an Integrated Product Team (IPT), you will undertake activities with customers and team to identify, analyse, select and apply concepts, technologies and techniques that are applicable to the technical development of software products.
• In performing this role, you will be required to actively support the agile development of complex technical solutions proposed by yourself and team Subject Matter Experts, including the development of software requirement, design and test rationale and the implementation of code and unit test whilst overcoming project technical issues within an agile team environment.
• Driving an industry best practice approach in a microservices based architecture environment, you will also be responsible for resolution of problems identified during the conduct of software development, integration and test of your products, and support the development of junior engineering staff.

About you:

• Strong knowledge of Software Engineering process, procedures and the overall engineering product lifecycle.
• Substantial experience in software engineering methodologies and techniques preferably in a web-based development domain.
• Strong software development experience on Linux and Windows platforms.
• Excellent ability to apply experiential judgement and lateral approaches to complex problem solving.
• Experience with DevSecOps methodologies and toolsets. - Desirable
• Experience in Go, Typescript, Python, Java, C and web development

• Agile software development and team leading experience. - Desirable
• Experience with container technologies and Cloud Orchestration platforms (Kubernetes). - Desirable

Special Requirements:

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

What we offer you:

We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.

• 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 Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
• Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin supports Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, harassment free, diverse, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. Diversity and inclusion are the foundation of our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By leveraging our employees' unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

We welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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.

Vacancy Country

Australia

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Employee Type

Full Time

Job Expires

21/06/2025