A specialist Australian defence technology business is looking for multiple mid-senior level engineers to join its team on a defence program. The role is hands-on and varied, spanning software development, build and release, and test and lab support. You'll work in a fully on-prem environment, report to a Project Lead and work alongside engineers across the program. About the Role

Highlights

Location:

Melbourne, CBD

Length:

12-month contract (possibility of extension)

Security Clearance:

NV1 clearance is strongly preferred, however, will consider Australian Citizens willing to obtain security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain C++ software in a Linux setting

Build and look after on-prem Jenkins CI/CD pipelines

Automate GUI testing with Squish for Qt-based applications

Set up and run test labs and test environments

Support test management, planning and reporting





Take part in code reviews and resolve defects

Keep task estimates up to date and flag slippage early

Suggest improvements to build, test and delivery tooling

Skills & Experience

Current, hands-on C++ development skills in a Linux environment

Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline delivery

Comfortable moving between development, test and infrastructure work

Able to work independently and to an agreed schedule

Qt and Squish experience highly regarded

Degree in computer science, engineering or similar, or equivalent work experience

About Kinexus

Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the Defence Industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help them grow their careers.

📌 Software Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Kinexus
📍 Melbourne