Contract opportunity for ISR Platform Engineer supporting Defence ProgramYour new company

Hays are currently partnered with a Defence Consultancy supporting a program delivering next-generation ISRcapabilities, software factory solutions, data platforms and AI-enabledtechnologies across classified Defence environments. The team supports criticalDefence initiatives and emerging Defence investmentprograms.

Your new role

We are seeking several NV1-cleared professionals to support the design, development, deployment and sustainment of modern cloud-native platforms operating on classified Defence networks.You will work alongside Defence stakeholders to deliver software factory capabilities, AI platforms and secure DevSecOps solutions supporting ISR mission outcomes.Key responsibilities include:

- Developing and deploying cloud-native platform solutions
- Building secure software delivery pipelines
- Implementing Infrastructure as Code practices
- Supporting Kubernetes and CNCF technology stacks
- Developing and integrating data and AI platforms
- Managing software artefacts and release bundles
- Engaging Defence stakeholders to gather technical requirements
- Supporting deployment into classified air-gapped environments





Primarily onsite across Defence classified environments - Edinburgh, SA / Fairbair, ACT / Fishermans Bend, VIC

What you'll need to succeed

- Current NV1 Security Clearance (minimum)
- Australian Citizenship
- Software Engineering or Platform Engineering experience
- Experience with Kubernetes and CNCF technologies
- DevSecOps and CI/CD pipeline experience
- Infrastructure as Code expertise
- Experience working within Defence or classified environments
- Experience with Iron Bank, ASD or Defence secure development environments highly regarded
- AI, Data Platform or Software Factory experience advantageous

What you'll get in return

- Long-term Defence contract
- Initial term to June 2027 - Potential extensions of up to 2 additional years
- Work on cutting-edge AI and ISR capabilities
- Join a highly specialised Defence engineering program
- Competitive Defence market rates

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 to [email protected] , or call us now.

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📌 ISR Platform Engineer (Adelaide)
🏢 Hays
📍 Adelaide