Senior Software Engineer
- Directed Energy Systems (Real-Time Control) What's in it for you?
• Lead the software architecture behind cutting-edge directed energy and high-energy laser systems.
• Work on real-world defence technology that is tested and proven in live field environments.
• Influence the design, safety and reliability of mission-critical systems from concept through to trials.
• Mentor engineers and shape development standards within a highly specialised team. The Company Our client is a globally recognised technology organisation operating across the defence and space sectors. They design, develop and manufacture advanced systems that support strategic decision-making and mission-critical operations worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation and engineering excellence, they continue to invest in next-generation capability development within the directed energy domain. The Role An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to take ownership of the software architecture supporting advanced directed energy systems. You will lead the design and development of real-time control software that coordinates laser systems, beam directors, tracking systems, power management and safety-critical subsystems. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will ensure system performance, reliability and safety while helping shape the future capability of this growing technology area. Queanbeyan or Symonston, ACT | 5 Days Onsite | 37.5 Hours Per Week Responsibilities




• Design and develop real-time control and coordination software using modern C++ on Linux.
• Implement and optimise closed-loop control systems for tracking, beam stabilisation, pointing accuracy and thermal management.
• Own software architecture for safety interlocks, state machines, arming logic and fail-safe behaviours.
• Develop software interfaces for sensors, actuators, laser subsystems and motion control equipment.
• Lead software verification through unit, integration, hardware-in-the-loop and acceptance testing.
• Establish and maintain automated build, test and deployment pipelines.
• Conduct code reviews and champion software quality, maintainability and performance.
• Produce software design documentation and interface control documentation.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to technical leadership across the team.
• Support system integration, range testing and field trials activities Requirements Essential
• Degree qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years' experience developing production software.
• At least 3 years' experience working on real-time or embedded control systems.




• Expert-level C++ development experience within Linux environments.
• Strong knowledge of concurrency, memory management and performance optimisation.
• Experience interfacing software with physical hardware systems.
• Understanding of control theory and servo/tracking loop implementation.
• Experience with version control, CI/CD, automated testing and code review practices.
• Ability to develop documentation suitable for defence-sector customers.
• Willingness to travel to trial locations and support out-of-hours testing activities when required. Highly Regarded
• Real-time Linux, Xenomai or RTOS experience.
• Experience with electro-optic systems, gimbal control or fire-control systems.
• Functional safety experience involving hazardous energy systems.
• Python for automation, analysis and test tooling.
• Defence industry experience. Benefits
• Work on highly advanced defence technology programs.
• Direct involvement in field trials and system demonstrations.
• Opportunity to influence technical direction and software standards.
• Long-term career growth within a globally recognised engineering organisation.
• Cooperative environment with multidisciplinary engineering specialists. Talented, committed, can-do individuals have always been the cornerstone of this dynamic organisation. If you have what it takes to thrive in this role and would like to know more, please contact Preetika Arora
- Preetika.
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- +61 2 8028 3141

📌 Senior Software Engineer (Canberra)
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