Strong growth and visibilityWork on a highly technical Defence product Lead and shape a growing software engineering functionSoftware Engineering Discipline Lead - Simulation & Defence Systems | Victoria | Hybrid | Full time

Your new company
Join an Australian engineering firm developing advanced simulation and motion technologies used across the defence sector. The company designs and builds high-fidelity driver training simulators for military vehicles integrating robotics, control systems, and immersive software to replicate real-world driving conditions with precision.

Your new role
You'll lead a team of 13 software engineers working on complex, real-world systems. Your focus is on:
Building a strong, scalable software team
Driving delivery and prioritisation
Lifting engineering discipline, quality, and assurance
Mentoring engineers at different stages of their careers

There is an established Principal Engineer in the structure. You're not expected to be the deepest technical specialist in the room, but you must come from a software engineering background.
And be able to guide, challenge, and support engineers credibly.




You'll work closely with senior leadership and be the main interface for software delivery, performance, and team health.

What you'll need to succeed
A software engineer by background (C++ experience strongly preferred)
Proven experience leading software teams
Comfortable balancing delivery, people leadership, and technical oversight
Able to step in when engineers are stuck and give practical guidance
Experience with Agile environments and tools like Jira
Exposure to safety-critical, regulated, or complex engineering environments is highly regarded.
Australian citizenship (eligibility for Defence Security Clearance required)
What you'll get in return
A growing engineering organisation with a mix of senior and junior engineers
A business that has tripled in size over the last three years
Clear ambition to expand internationally, with long-term growth opportunities for senior leaders
The chance to shape a team and leave a visible mark, not just maintain the status quo

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or e-mail directly to [email protected]

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