Software Engineer - 9 months (Contract)

Location: Canberra

Contract type: 9‑month maximum‑term contract, with potential for extension.

Hours: Full‑time, 40 hours per week.

About the Team

Our GEOSPACES team is instrumental in developing and maintaining innovative technologies that tackle evolving challenges within the intelligence community. These roles focus on designing, integrating, and validating complex tenant environments tailored to specific use cases, supporting critical customer objectives.

Opportunity

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our Defence ICT team on a 9‑month maximum‑term contract. In this role you will support the design, development, and integration of software within a multidisciplinary team, deliver complex systems from build to deployment, and contribute to operational readiness.

- Develop and maintain software components aligned to system requirements and architecture.
- Support implementation of core services including data processing, synchronization, and system functionality.
- Assist with system integration across software, infrastructure, and networking components.
- Contribute to verification and validation activities, including testing and defect resolution.
- Support fault finding and remediation activities to ensure system quality.
- Assist in developing and maintaining technical documentation.
- Work collaboratively with engineers, architects, and project teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Support transition of software components into operational environments.

About You

Essential:

- Foundational experience in software development (skilled, academic or project‑based).
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, C++ or similar.
- Understanding of software development lifecycle and testing concepts.
- Willingness to learn and work within structured, governed delivery environments.




- Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Advantageous, but not essential:

- Exposure to Defence, government or regulated environments.
- Experience with data processing, integration or distributed systems.
- Familiarity with version control, CI/CD pipelines or DevOps practices.
- Interest or exposure to geospatial or mission systems.

Eligibility & Compliance

This role requires the successful applicant to be an Australian citizen and hold, or be eligible to obtain NV2 security clearance and be successful for DISA.

Benefits

- Flex Your Way – Tailor work to your life with options including Life Days (up to 12 extra days off per year), part‑time arrangements, job sharing, and compressed hours.
- Wellbeing That Matters – Free access to Headspace and MeQuilibrium, plus dedicated wellness spaces to support your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing.
- Learn Without Limits – Access over 120,000 on‑demand courses, alongside technical, project management, leadership, and professional development opportunities.
- Work That Makes an Impact – Contribute to nationally significant projects that matter, solve complex challenges, and accelerate your career through unique growth opportunities.
- Build Your Future – Whether you're deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we'll invest in your development every step of the way.
- And Much More – These are just a few of the ways we invest in our people and help them thrive.

Culture & Values

Leidos is a leading Australian Government national security agency. We value positive mental health, inclusivity, and diversity. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.

Application Deadline

Applications open until 8am 05 November 2026.

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📌 Software Engineer | 4-Month Contract (Canberra)
🏢 Leidos
📍 Canberra