Senior Software Engineer/s

Location: Canberra / Melbourne CBD / Scoresby (VIC) Work type: Onsite, full-time

9 Month Fixed-Term Contract @ 180,000 annual package

Security: Must hold active TSPV (and be eligible to obtain/maintain additional agency-specific access)

The opportunity

We're partnering confidentially with a major defence / national security aligned organisation delivering mission-critical platforms and networks that support high-impact outcomes. This is a chance to join a high-performing engineering team working on a large-scale information integration program, where secure engineering practices, quality delivery, and modern tooling are non-negotiable.

What you'll be doing

You'll work across the full SDLC and contribute to design and delivery of secure, enterprise-grade solutions. Responsibilities will include:

- Leading and contributing to solution design, prototyping, and engineering approach selection
- Translating requirements into technical deliverables in collaboration with systems/engineering stakeholders
- Hands-on development, unit/integration testing, and support through release/deployment
- Promoting and embedding engineering best practices (secure coding, quality, CI/CD)




- Mentoring and supporting junior engineers where needed

What we're looking for

To be successful, you'll bring solid software engineering fundamentals plus solid delivery experience in complex environments, including:
- Strong commercial experience with Java and JavaScript
- Experience building API services and working with enterprise integration patterns
- Working knowledge of DevOps / CI/CD, plus tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with Agile delivery (Agile / Kanban)
- Comfort working with tools like Jira and Confluence
- Exposure to geospatial systems is highly regarded

Eligibility (essential):

- Australian Citizen
- Active TSPV clearance (this is non-negotiable for this program)

Why consider it?

- Work on genuinely high-impact, mission-critical systems
- Strong engineering culture with modern tooling and processes
- Multiple roles available (x2)

Apply / enquire (confidential)

If you meet the clearance requirement and want to explore details, reach out to Brianna Bailey at Talenza for a confidential discussion.

📌 Senior Software Engineer (TSPV Required) (Canberra)
🏢 Talenza
📍 Canberra