Base pay range A$140,000.00/yr
- A$160,000.00/yr This range is provided by Change Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Location

Location:
Sydney
- Hybrid (2/3 Days Work From Home)

About the Company
My client is an innovative, high-growth Defence Tech company operating at the forefront of AI/ML, sensor fusion, and complex data systems. Backed by strong investment and serving customers across the world, they are rapidly scaling both their product capabilities and global presence. With a strong engineering culture and a focus on delivering impactful solutions, my client offers the opportunity to work on projects that make a tangible difference in the real world. The Role They are seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join their agile development team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of backend best practices and a track record of delivering high-quality, scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities
- Architect, build, and maintain backend systems that enhance functionality and user experience
- Implement automated testing to ensure platform stability and reliability
- Collaborate with engineering peers to design, release, and support new features
- Take ownership of services and code in production environments
- Manage and optimise relational databases for performance and scalability Ideal Experience




- Minimum 3 years experience in backend software development
- Solid proficiency with Node.js
- Experience with NestJS
- Solid understanding of REST APIs, microservices, and backend development best practices
- Experience working in Unix/Linux environments
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools in defence and AI/ML
- Professional development opportunities, including training and certifications
- Contribute to projects with national security importance and global reach What you'll get / Benefits
- Work with cutting-edge technology in defence and AI/ML
- Professional development opportunities, including training and certifications
- Collaborative, engineering-driven culture This is a chance to join a talented engineering team tackling complex, high-impact challenges. The work you do will directly contribute to building secure, scalable backend systems that support mission-critical applications. For those who thrive in a high-growth environment and enjoy building from the ground up, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact. Apply now for immediate consideration or contact [email protected] for more details. Key details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Information Technology
- Industries: Technology, Information and Media

📌 Backend Software Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Change Recruitment
📍 Sydney