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Space Software Engineer

Saab
Adelaide, AUS
Full-time
Mid
Onsite
Discovered 4 days ago
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What we offer

  • At Saab Australia, we recognise that meaningful work is just one part of a rewarding career. We support our people with benefits that enhance wellbeing, flexibility and financial security, including:
  • Up to 6 weeks leave
  • 14% employer superannuation contribution
  • Free Income Protection Insurance
  • For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life
  • The role
  • As a Space Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in developing innovative Space Domain products that provide real-time situational awareness and decision-support capabilities. Working within an agile, multidisciplinary team, you'll design, develop, integrate and test software solutions that support space domain awareness and mission operations.
  • In this role, you'll contribute to the delivery of user interfaces, data integrations and core system functionality, collaborating closely with engineers and stakeholders to deliver capabilities aligned with the product roadmap. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that supports critical operational outcomes in the space domain.
  • Further, the successful candidate will:
  • Develop and enhance software components using modern SDKs and frameworks to deliver new product capabilities.
  • Maintain and improve existing applications, ensuring code quality and supporting documentation remain up to date.
  • Contribute to solution design by producing technical documentation, architecture descriptions, diagrams and process flows.
  • Perform integration testing to validate functionality and ensure software solutions meet requirements.
  • Support the development and maintenance of secure CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous integration and deployment of Space Domain products.
  • Identify, manage and communicate technical risks and issues to relevant stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-quality software outcomes and product roadmap objectives.
  • Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through effective communication and teamwork.
  • Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.
  • About you
  • Your skills and experience will include:
  • Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Java, JavaScript or C#.
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented design and development principles.
  • Experience applying design patterns and software frameworks to solve technical and architectural challenges.
  • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and systems engineering practices, with the ability to apply them throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Experience interpreting and applying software engineering standards and best practices.
  • Understanding of configuration management principles, including the use of Git for version control and traceable software development.
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Front-end development, including web applications and user interface design.
  • Back-end development, such as API development, microservices, and containerised applications.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
  • Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.
  • What you will be part of
  • Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
  • Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
  • The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Learn more about Saab here.
  • We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.
  • Applications
  • To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'.
  • By submitting your application, you consent to Saab Australia's pre-employment screening process, which may include reference checks, Australian Federal Police checks, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening, and a pre-employment medical declaration.
  • Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families.

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Java, JavaScript or C#.
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented design and development principles.
  • Experience applying design patterns and software frameworks to solve technical and architectural challenges.
  • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and systems engineering practices, with the ability to apply them throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Experience interpreting and applying software engineering standards and best practices.
  • Understanding of configuration management principles, including the use of Git for version control and traceable software development.
  • Front-end development, including web applications and user interface design.
  • Back-end development, such as API development, microservices, and containerised applications.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
  • Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.
  • What you will be part of
  • Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
  • Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
  • The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Learn more about Saab here.
  • We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.
  • Applications
  • To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'.
  • By submitting your application, you consent to Saab Australia's pre-employment screening process, which may include reference checks, Australian Federal Police checks, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening, and a pre-employment medical declaration.
  • Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families.

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