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Senior software engineer

Canberra
Leidos
Software Engineer
Posted: 23 April
Offer description

Overview

Accrue up to an extra 12 days of leave per year through our Life Days program. Work with a world‑leading technology business at the forefront of innovation. We’re a ‘Family Friendly’ certified workplace and actively support team members in their diverse family roles.


What You’ll Do

* Lead and contribute to software prototyping, design, development, and engineering approach selection.
* Collaborate with Systems Engineers to analyze, define, and implement requirements.
* Perform software development activities including coding, unit testing, integration, and system testing.
* Customize and integrate tools, and support system release and deployment.
* Ensure software quality by adhering to defined engineering processes and best practices.
* Mentor junior engineers and participate in research, development, and continuous improvement initiatives.


Your Background

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience and training).
* Proactive, business‑aware professional able to identify issues, build relationships, and drive objectives.
* Experience in a senior role within an engineering or project environment.
* Experience developing or supporting geospatial systems.
* Strong knowledge of Agile/Kanban methodologies and modern DevOps practices (CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes).
* Experience integrating and customizing systems using open‑source technologies, REST/SOAP/messaging, and tools such as JIRA and Confluence.


About Leidos

Leidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life. Our team of 2000 local experts, backed by our global experience and network of partners, works to solve the world’s toughest challenges in government, intelligence, defence, aviation, border protection and health markets.


Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups. Our five Advocacy Groups – Women and Allies Network, Young Professionals, Defence & Emergency Services, Action for Accessibility and Abilities, and Pride+ – provide opportunities for team members to connect and collaborate on shared interests.


Next Steps

To apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page. Recruitment process typically includes 1 virtual interview or 1 face‑to‑face interview, a psychometric test and background checks. Applicants may also need to meet ITAR requirements. For accessibility support during your application or recruitment, contact careers.au@au.leidos.com.


Security and Compliance

This role requires the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen and hold an active TSPV Clearance, with the ability to be successful for a DISA/OSA.


Pay and Benefits

Pay range is a general guideline; actual compensation will reflect responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and market data. Details available at leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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